Aldgate House, a Residence of Significance
Built on an elevated bluff of a generous 1797sqm blue chip East Fremantle land, Aldgate House is a residence of significance and a well kept secret. Built in circa 1870, and nestled grandly behind secure private gates, lies this stately, quality residence set on extensive grounds. Constructed from brick, iron and stone, the house reflects the opulence of the merchants and master craftsmen of a bygone era. Step back in time and relish the artistry and grandeur of the late 1800's. Boasting ocean glimpses, the astute buyer of this grand home will also be purchasing a rare part of Western Australian history.
Boasting well-proportioned rooms with soaring ceilings and all of the hallmarks of a Federation Queen Ann style residence, this is a MUST SEE property. A tessellated tiled veranda wraps around the home and provides an impressive outlook to the double garage and the stunning 17m indoor lap pool that opens up to the spacious grounds and alfresco dining under the massive Jacaranda tree.
High ornate ceilings, gleaming jarrah floorboards, period lighting, lead-lighting, cast iron lacework, fireplaces, feature plaster and cornice-work along with the most amazing ceilings, enhance and flavour this stunning residence. There are 4 enormous bedrooms all with character and charm of yesteryear. A spacious formal lounge has enormous picture windows and a stately feel, a separate living area has access to the generous cellar bearing the inscription in the plastered limestone wall '1892'.
To the front of the home, tuck pointed brick quoining contrasts with the rubble limestone cavity walls, the hipped custom orb roof replaces and imitates the galvanised iron one, batten-lined eaves remain and tall, stepped brick chimneys with stucco corbels and clay pot tops interrupt the skyline. Tessellated tiling heightens the drama of the veranda and interior reception hall, the latter a HUGE affair ending in a tall, semi-circular arched niche pronounced by two columns and containing a cast plaster statue holding a light fitting in faux bronze. There are 9 rooms, 4 bedrooms and 5 living areas. The magnificent front right room was originally a parlour then a card gambling room now hosts a delightful bedroom with the most amazing ceiling murals and proudly hosting a regal Belgian black slate fireplace. A new family room adjoins the kitchen area and the third bedroom. There is a fourth bedroom in the centre of the home behind the family room.
- 4 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- 1797sqm (approx)
- Separate living & dining areas
- Historical significance
- 17m lap pool & pool-house
- Wide verandas, fireplaces, soaring ceilings, timber boards
- private and secluded gated residence
- double garage and extra parking
- massive cellar
Close your eyes and conjure times of when a piano was played and the rustling of full skirts passed through wide doorways. Open your eyes to see brass picture rails on original stays with sliding hooks and ivory end stops, wander the spacious grounds and verandas of what is truly a 'Residence of Significance'
Viewings by appointment only, contact Daryl Cook on 0400 209 894 to book in an appointment.
Property Code: 1069
