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North Beach 26 North Beach Rd, North Beach ........................... 9447 1644Scarborough 169 Scarborough Beach Rd, Scarborough..... 9341 8000Wanneroo 1, 947 Wanneroo Rd, Wanneroo............................. 9405 6060

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North Beach 26 North Beach Rd, North Beach ........................... 9447 1644Scarborough 169 Scarborough Beach Rd, Scarborough ..... 9341 8000Wanneroo 1, 947 Wanneroo Rd, Wanneroo ............................. 9405 6060

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Bidding starts at $550,000. This is your chance! Charming 4 bed 1.5 bath home less than 1km from Sorrento beach. Lane-way access to rear, formal lounge/dining, meals, huge patio and veggie patch. In close proximity to Sacred Heart College, Sorrento primary and shopping precincts, this gorgeous family residence is ideally positioned for living convenience in the proposed re-zoned precinct! Make it yours at auction day! Auction on site 11th June 2011 at 11am. Deposit 5% of purchase price. Settlement 11th July 2011. Please contact Tanya Michoff for auction contract.

Hillarys from $429,00039a Gemmell Way 3 1 1

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Duncraig from $539,0003a Huntly Court 3 2 2

1998 built this exceptionally spacious home is situated on a 438m2 block.Home Open — www.daveyrealestate.com.auIan Masterson 0402 311 370

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OVER recent weeks, the teamat Wright Real Estate have beenasking their clients what theyare looking for when it comesto buying and selling theirproperty, and here are theresults.

According to principal JeffWright, the majority of buyerswant to see a price or at least aprice range upfront.

“Most people haveexpressed that the currentmethods of set sale dates,offers, expressions of interest,

closing date sales and similardo not impress them, but thatthey see it as a labour of havingto chase agents only to find outnothing,’’ he said.

“Furthermore, they arereluctant to make their bestoffer upfront, as it may bepotentially used against them,by pumping up another com-peting offer.”

Mr Wright said in the com-mercial sector, this type of sys-tem was called a tender, buteach tender was sealed andthereby not used against othertenders, keeping an even play-ing field for all parties.

“Buyers today are asking fora quick, efficient reply totheir offer and not wish-ing it to be hatched bythe seller’s agent forweeks,’’ he said.

“Anothermethod, and

indeed a more perfect method,could be by auction, as all bid-ders have a fair chance on agiven day.

“All REIWA agents conduct-ing auctions follow a code ofconduct and do not engage insecret dummy bids.

“Therefore any bidder canjudge on the day where they

stand against othercompeting

purchasers,quickly andefficiently.” ■

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Now is a great time to upgradeBuyers want to knowthe real deal upfrontBe clear about your asking price and respond promptly to offers

NOW is the perfect time to upgradeyour home and move to an upmarketpart of Perth.

According to Peard Real EstateGroup chief executive Peter Peard,greater home loan competition com-bined with competitive house prices atthe top end of the real estate markethave made it an ideal time to refinanceyour property.

“Existing home owners who have agood track record of paying theirmortgages and are seeking to refinanceare now primecandidates forfinancial institu-tions,’’ he said.

“Astutehome ownerswanting to refi-nance andupgrade theirhome cansecure variablehome loans foras little as 6.59per cent withno entry, man-agement or exitfees.

“More com-petitive financeoptions areoccurring at atime when many homes in the $1 mil-lion plus bracket in Perth can now bepurchased for below replacement cost.

“There is currently a large supply ofhomes for sale in the $1 million plusmarket, with few buyers, meaning thatsellers are prepared to discount pricesto secure a purchaser.”

Mr Peard said this trend was under-lined by sales figures for the upmarketnorthern suburb of Mullaloo.

“During the year ending the March2011 quarter, the median price of ahome in Mullaloo actually fell by 5.6per cent, even though the annual aver-age capital growth in this suburb hasbeen over 11 per cent during the lastquarter,’’ he said.

“This trend has also occurred inother parts of Perth. In the westernsuburbs, the median price of a home inPeppermint Grove fell by nearly 19 percent,while in the southern suburbs, themedian price of a home in Salter Pointfell by nearly 13 per cent.”

Mr Peard said newer homes whichhad been constructed in the last fiveyears offered the best buying opportu-nities in upmarket suburbs, especially ifthere is a blowout in constructioncosts due to the resources boom.

“In addition, itis only a ques-tion of timebefore theseprime suburbsreturn to theirlong-term aver-age capitalgrowth rates,which will see amajor reboundin property val-ues once confi-dence in the realestate marketreturns,’’ he said.

“Currently,consumer senti-ment is low.However, thismakes it an ideal

time to purchase a home and in partic-ular to upgrade. Anyone who is con-sidering upgrading their home shouldnow shop around for the best financedeal. Once they have determined howmuch additional funds they can borrowto upgrade, they should then focus onhigher priced suburbs where they canafford to purchase.”

Mr Peard said a good tip whenupgrading was to find a pocket in aselected area you want to purchasewhere there are a larger number ofhomes for sale.

“Buyers will find that in these areas,sellers are more willing to discountprices due to the greater competitionamongst sellers,” he said. ■

CARMELLE WILKINSONEditor

“Astute homeowners wanting torefinance andupgrade their homecan secure variablehome loans for aslittle as 6.59 percent with no entry,management orexit fees.”

Jeff Wright

Pet bond increase reflects rising costsTENANTS with pets havebeen slapped with a $160increase in pet bond.

The maximum pet bond thatlandlords are able to chargetenants increased from $100 to$260 from June 1, which Con-sumer Protection Commission-er Anne Driscoll said reflectedpresent-day costs associatedwith fumigation after a tenantwith a dog or cat has vacated arental property.

“The cost of fumigation has

increased over the years and itis appropriate that the pet bondalso increase to adequatelycover this extra cost,’’ she said.

“It’s important to note thatthe pet bond is in addition tothe usual security bond and canbe returned if the fumigation isnot necessary.”

Ms Driscoll said the increasein the pet bond may make iteasier for pet owners to findrental accommodation, as land-lords will be more willing to

accept their applications know-ing the cost of fumigation willbe adequately met at the end ofthe tenancy.

The decision to increase thepet bond was part of a detailedreview of tenancy laws in WAand followed an extensive con-sultation and review period.

Anyone with queries aboutbonds can contact ConsumerProtection on 1300 30 40 54 orconsumer@commerce.wa.gov.au ■

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IN this Watermans Bay residence,Oswald Homes has constructed ahouse with such an impressivearray of features, from outstandingquality and thoughtful design toupmarket decor, that it is impossi-ble to select one favourite attrib-ute.

Its presence in the street is suchthat it could never go unnoticed,despite being set back from theroad behind a limestone and tim-ber-slat privacy fence on a 912sq mblock.

The manicured gardens in thecourtyard and protected bushlandopposite offer a leafy outlook froma spacious cedar-lined balcony atthe front.

Through double doors, theentry foyer impresses with itssense of space, achieved with adouble height ceiling void and min-imalist decor.

Blackbutt timber flooring adds astreamlined look and feel to thefoyer,which is overlooked by a first

floor mezzanine. From here, thefloorboards extend throughoutthe spacious and stylish groundfloor.

This level comprises a cosysunken lounge room with cofferedceiling feature, separate diningroom with garden outlook, beauti-fully crafted kitchen, family roomwith access to the alfresco area,separate media room with decora-tive electric wall heater, and sepa-rate children’s wing, positioned tominimise noise.

The home chef will appreciatethe kitchen fit out, with unusualpearl-flecked black stone benchtops offset by metallic cabinetryand patterned glass splashbacks.

A DeLonghi oven and inductionhotplates, integrated dishwasherand island bench with built-in wineracks ensure it is functional andchic.

An exotic eastern influence isobvious in the backyard, wherelimestone-retained tropical gar-dens, a pool and elevated deckedwood pole gazebo combine to cre-ate an outdoor retreat reminiscentof a Balinese resort.

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WATERMANS BAY 16 HOPE STREETAGENT Realmark - North BeachCONTACT Sean Hughes

0402 453 899WEB www.realmark.com.auDETAILS http://tinyurl.com/5v3kxqp

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Feature-packed design.By COURTNEY NOTTE

An all-round standout

The view of the pool from asecond alfresco area with shadesail cover is unobstructed, thanksto glass safety partitions.

Upstairs, the spacious mastersuite features a walk-in robe andadjoining ensuite with an inset ovalspa.

It also has private access to thebalcony and is close to a study onthis level.

Extras include ducted aircondi-tioning, a double garage with inter-nal entry, lush bore reticulatedgardens, parking for a boat or car-avan and a security system. ■

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Beachside living toturn your life around

THERE is nothing between thishouse, the sand and the surf.

An upside-down design with theliving areas on the first floor capi-talises on its premier beachfrontposition.This element of the dou-ble-storey home’s design is justone of its many outstanding fea-tures and helps make it the epito-me of luxurious beachside living, ina quiet cul-de-sac location on a908sq m block.

The uninterrupted view overthe water and natural bushland isbest enjoyed from these livingareas and an adjoining cedar-linedbalcony with glass balustrades anddownlights.

For the sake of convenience,there is a home office on this level,convenient to the master suite,with a commanding ocean view.

A second study is close to thethree minor bedrooms (each ofwhich has a robe) on the ground

floor. Security is paramount. Forpeace of mind, the house is setbehind security gates with inter-com entry.

A family will appreciate themany separate living areas spreadacross the two levels.

Downstairs, the games roomfeatures a wet bar and TasmanianOak floorboards, and spills out to anorth-facing, cedar-lined alfrescoentertaining area and saltwaterpool. A thatched wood pole gaze-bo in the glass-fenced pool area isthe perfect place to relax whenyou are not swimming.

The media room is a small-scaletheatre, with plush carpet, reddrapes, sconce lighting and a pro-jector and screen.

The granite kitchen comes com-plete with quality appliances andthe main bedroom’s ensuite has aseparate powder room. There isparking for a boat. ■

Superb, cleverly designed home in quietcul-de sac has it all, writes COURTNEY NOTTE

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ILUKA 8 CAVELLO VIEWAGENT Peard Lawrence Real Estate - JoondalupCONTACT Todd Utley

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Blended sophisticationFROM the front, this homehas all the hallmarks of con-temporary design – a strongarchitectural presence, woodaccents and easy-care nativegardens among them – butinside, it is a refreshing blendof old-world elegance andcharm.

In the prestigious HarbourRise estate, the six-year-oldBeaumonde-built home hasthe added advantage of beingclose to restaurants and cafesat Hillarys Boat Harbour.

The lure of eateries at theharbour and its pristine beach-es might be enough to pull thenew owners away from theirresort-style alfresco area,where a gabled patio over-looks the fenced, heated pool.

The free flowing living areasat the heart of the home soakup the best view of the out-door area through many largewindows and bi-parting glasssliding doors.

A sophisticated colour

palette and porcelain tiles givethis living zone its panache,while high ceilings and theextensive use of glassenhances the sense of space.

A sense of warmth isachieved with decorativeaccents such as a gas featurefireplace with marble inlay inthe family room, chandelier-style light fitting above the din-ing table and pendant lightssuspended from the bulkheadceiling that define the kitchen.

Gloss timber-look cabi-netry, stone bench tops andstainless steel appliancesensure the kitchen is as func-tional a space as it is attractive.

Purpose-built for anauthentic theatre experience,the media room is separatedfrom the main living areas bydouble doors.

It is a two-way room andalso connects to a minor hall-way off which bedrooms two,three and four are located.

Bedroom three is an alter-

native master suite, with asemi-ensuite and separatepowder room.

There is also a study on theground floor off the spaciousfoyer.

A wrought iron and timberstaircase leads to the firstfloor, with the remaining twobedrooms – one of which iscurrently used as a gym – anda parents’ retreat and adjoin-ing balcony.

Space abounds in the mas-ter bedroom and connectingensuite, with a stone-toppeddual vanity unit, corner bathand shower recess.

The house comes completewith reverse-cycle aircondi-tioning, a security system andremote-controlled doublegarage. ■

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HILLARYS 35 CURACAO LANEAGENT Davey Real Estate

Coastal - PadburyCONTACT Michael Gilomen

0406 003 055WEB www.daveyrealestate.com.auDETAILS http://tinyurl.com/3jy7lxr

OFFERS

Contemporary design combines with oldworld charm. By COURTNEY NOTTE

10 PROPERTIES FOR SALE

THIS spacious home offers 295sq m of living space,with four bedrooms, three bathrooms and three liv-ing areas over two levels. It was designed with luxu-ry in mind, and this is most obvious in the masterbedroom and adjoining ensuite. This room has alarge walk-in robe and private access to a balcony.Downstairs, the kitchen flows into the open-plan liv-ing and dining areas, and out to the decked alfrescoarea. A home theatre room is also on this level. Builtby Gillard Builders in 2010, it is in walking distance ofthe beach, shops and parks, and close to HaleSchool and Churchlands Senior High School. ■

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$889,000

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AN elegantly understated colour palette of creamand mocha combined with stone accents, and clas-sic fittings and fixtures, creates a warm and invitingatmosphere in this double-storey home. Accom-modation comprises three bedrooms with built-inrobes, two bathrooms and living areas on both lev-els. Downstairs, the kitchen has stainless steel appli-ances and is adjacent to a family room and mealsarea. Upstairs, there are two bedrooms, a sharedbathroom and a spacious living area. It is on a rearlot with access off Moorland Drive, within easy dis-tance of major shopping centres, including Innalooand Karrinyup, has no strata fees and does not shareany common areas with neighbouring homes. ■

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• 1012 sqm block• 6 Bedrooms and 4 bathrooms• Master suite with his & her WIRs• State of the art kitchen• 4 Separate living areas• Home theatre room• Home offi ce• Guest suite with semi ensuite• Swimming pool and alfresco dining• 2 Car garaging off rear ROW• Room for additional 4 cars in front circular drive

A GRAND FAMILY HOME WITH ELEGANCE & STYLE!A sprawling home with grand proportions and features, this residence will impress everyone that walks through its doors.

This gorgeous home was designed for a family of all ages and sizes, but with timeless style at the forefront.

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DAGLISH $659,000BLISSFULLY TUCKED AWAY!This sunny villa home will set your pulse racing! Open and light, with a garden outlook from most rooms, it is just the right size with a sun splashed courtyard and entertaining area, and is close to shops and transport.

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JOLIMONT $1,025,000CASUAL ELEGANCEThe first thing you notice with this beautifully decorated 2 level home is the tranquility, coupled with it’s unique leafy parkside location. This gorgeous home has an almost resort sytle quality which makes you want to relax and unwind.

Carolena Boyd 0418 905 963

WEST PERTH $539,500THE ULTIMATE2 level, 2brm 2bath apartment with bold colours, a palette of upmarket materials & an enviable location beside Harold Boas Gardens providing an urbane and “edgy” style of living.

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CRAWLEY $2,250,000RIVER VIEWSStunning 3bed, 2bath plus study apartment with fabulous river views & superior fittings & fixtures. Small group of 8 on huge riverfront land holding. The Ultimate Avenue Apartment!

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SUBIACO $1,185,000BEAUTIFUL AT NIGHTEqually impressive in the morning and during the day, this beautifully presented and boldly decorated 2x2 apartment is located in one of Subi’s prized apartment complexes, brilliantly located for an easy lifestyle.

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NATIVE gardens perfectly comple-ment the distinctive facade of this home,built in the Australian Colonial stylewith classic Federation-era decorthroughout.

To create the breathtaking home, itsstriking architectural features have beencombined with an elevated position thatoffers sweeping views across the areaand classic decor, such as high ceilingswith roses, decorative arches, polishedjarrah floorboards and handmade lead-light windows.

Thanks to its location, the houseenjoys unrivalled space and views of anearby national park and Lake Joon-dalup.

While the interior harks back to anearlier time, the stunning alfresco area isultra-modern, but rather than throw offthe look and feel of the house, it strikesa stylish balance between old and new.

A decked, timber-lined patio withspeakers and expansive views towardthe lake shelters part of the alfrescoarea, and overlooks the pool area.

The elevation of the 1800sq m block

means there is no fence to hinder theview, and glass balustrades to a separatepatio ensures the area is secure withoutcompromising the outlook.

The outdoor area connects to theelegantly appointed lounge and diningrooms via french doors.

These rooms in turn lead to the clas-sic kitchen, featuring granite bench topsand stainless steel appliances.

An exquisitely decorated sitting roomwith a fireplace has private access to averanda in an enclosed garden.

Bay windows fill the luxurious mastersuite with natural light.

The classic character of the adjoiningbathroom makes a real impression, witha pedestal basin and distinct Federationtiling.

The three minor bedrooms are dou-ble-sized.

Extras to the home include ductedairconditioning, double garage withshoppers’ entrance, 9m x 12m shedwith parking for four cars and three-phase power, and a study. ■

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JOONDALUP16 SETOMA COURTAGENT Harcourts Alliance -

JoondalupCONTACT Stella McLean

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$860,000-$920,000

Colonial design combineswith modern interior. By

COURTNEY NOTTE

Classic home strikes perfect balance

Unwind and enjoy! Indoors fl ow effortlessly to outdoors in this

calming architect designed home with contemporary interiors

nestled amongst a 1060sqm “oasis” of timber decking, trickling

water features and lush tropical landscaping, only seconds walk

from City Beach Primary. Located in one of Central City Beach’s

best precincts, between Patonga Road and Oceanic Drive,

where the secondary ridge of coastal dunes extend out from

Bold Park and into the suburb - all the way across to the primary

school, bringing with them the mature tuart groves and exciting

undulating coastal topography which are such a feature the Bold

Park Bushlands. If you are a fan of the huge land parcels for

which this precinct is known then this large level wooded site on

the corner of Takari Road will not disappoint. Architect designed

in the 1960’s this limestone fronted home has benefi ted from

thoughtful internal and external renovation and comes to market

as an inviting contemporary living space, with rich warm hardwood

fl ooring, striking modern kitchen and laundry, undercover alfresco

and timber decked pool area. The home features 4 bedrooms, an

offi ce, a library, 3 bathrooms, separate living areas, and a striking

modern kitchen with quantum quartz bench tops and European

stainless steel appliances. There is also a double lock up garage,

side access for boat or caravan and reticulation off own bore. There

is huge storage space throughout and all downstairs windows are

laminated glass. Additionally there is a fully self-contained 1x1

apartment with its own access in the back corner of the garden

previously rented out for $200pwk. Perfect for guests or even an

au pair. Absolutely all offers presented by 5pm June 22. (Seller reserves right to sell prior) WILL BE SOLD.

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Award Winning Luxury Home in Prime Position69 Branksome Gardens, City Beach

$3,395 milLiterally metres from the beach

Fine European Style 17 Kinkuna Way, City Beach $1,925 milSet in an elevated position with ocean glimpses, in a premier street this iconic family home oozes character and charm. A proud, architecturally designed home with a distinct European fl avour. Extensive use of solid jarrah hard wood and soaring high ceilings feature throughout – all so impeccably maintained and enjoyed by the one original family. Gate access to acres of parkland at the rear adds the last special touch to this blue chip property.

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Enjoy the beauty ofnature inside and outWITH distinctive features such as aweatherboard facade and tin roof, thishome typifies Australiana style.

The use of natural materials insideand out establishes a harmony withthe environment, so that the homeblends with its surroundings.

Mature trees dot the perimeter ofthe property and shade the house,which takes in outstanding valley andpark views thanks to its elevated posi-tion atop a stone platform.

Thatched fencing encloses a frontcourtyard, which is linked to the free-flowing family room, meals area andkitchen via timber-framed frenchdoors.

The timber accents in the familyand dining rooms, which include anopen-tread staircase, complement thepolished wood flooring that addswarmth and textural depth to thisspace.

The adjacent kitchen is cutting-edge yet classic, with white stone

waterfall-effect bench tops and match-ing gloss cupboards, as well as stainlesssteel appliances and glass splashbacks.

Though compact, there is amplestorage space in full-length and over-head cupboards.

The two bathrooms are modernmasterpieces.

The main bathroom, finished inwhite and chocolate coloured tiles,features an underslung sink to thestone-topped vanity unit and a com-bined bath and handheld shower.

Character abounds in the ensuiteupstairs, with an elaborately carvedwood-framed mirror and matchingvanity unit.

The carpeted living area on the firstfloor landing connects to a wrap-around balcony, with breathtaking val-ley views.

Kids and pets can play safely in theterraced backyard, with shade sailcover to a grassed area and adjacentpaved section. ■

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SCARBOROUGH 10 SACKVILLE TERRACEAGENT: O’Rourke Realty Investments - ScarboroughCONTACT: Jarrad O'Rourke

0418 921 527WEB: www.orourke.com.auDETAILS: http://tinyurl.com/3k8937s

FROM$849,000

Distinctive design and materials create harmony withthe environment. By COURTNEY NOTTE

www.capornyoung.com.auThe particulars of this advertisement are supplied for information only and shall not be taken as a representation in any respect on the seller or their agent.

FOOTSTEPS TO THE RIVERCLAREMONT, 1/1 BINDARING PARADE

You will love strolling to the river to sit and enjoy a quiet read or picnic under the beautiful treesor curl up on your couch and enjoy the warmth of the cosy open fireplace, the choices are yours!This low maintenance home offers stunning river views and offers fantastic lock’n’leave appeal!

FOR SALE: $1,295,000VIEW: Saturday, 11 June 2011 @ 1:00-1:30pmOFFICE: Claremont 9385 5559CONTACT: RICHARD YOUNG 0412 385 056

JUSTIN WALLACE 0406 755 845

• Riverside of highway• Warm open fire place• Stroll to Freshwater Bay Yacht Club• Heart of Private School Precinct

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RIVERSIDE LIVINGCLAREMONT 19 BAY ROAD

Step through the front door and be pleasantly surprised as this home is larger than is appears.Superbly appointed throughout, this contemporary stylish residence as new offers a ’holiday athome’ atmosphere with its lush gardens and whisper quiet living.

FOR SALE: $1,945,000VIEW: By AppointmentOFFICE: Claremont 9385 5559CONTACT: CARMEN TUTOR 0418 910 893

• Walk to Claremont, river, coffee shop• Backyard with vergola + North c/yard• Alarm system & air conditioning• Reticulated landscaped gardens with bore

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SENSATIONAL VALUE!COTTESLOE, 20 WEBB STREETWith an understated façade on a premium street, the brief to the architect for the

interior must have read "make it feel as if I am down south"! With sun drenched living

spaces, this residence provides a versatile sanctuary for those who enjoy their privacy.

FOR SALE: $1,695,000VIEW: Home Open Sat 11th June 2011 from 10.00am to 10.30amOFFICE: Fremantle 9335 5977CONTACT: EMMA POWELL 0405 704 528

• Architecturally designed & light filled

• Rear laneway access to secure carport

• Lock and leave appeal

• Close to golf, cafes and the beach

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THIS beautifully crafted Webb & Brown-Neaves home ticks all the boxes – spacious,stylish and well-located. Contemporary décor,high ceilings and immaculate presentationcome together to form an idyllic family home,in a quiet street in walking distance of shops.Off the foyer is a sunken formal lounge room,carpeted dining room and a minor hallway tothe main bedroom, with an open ensuite fea-turing a corner bath and big shower. The hall-way continues to the open-plan family room,meals area and kitchen, where raked ceilingsand crisp decor enhance the sense of space. A

CURRAMBINE 4 ORIANA PLACE

BEAUTIFULLY CRAFTED WITH FINE DECOR

AGENT Acton NorthCONTACT Carol Arthern

0413 910 945WEB www.acton.com.auDETAILS http://tinyurl.com/42q256y

$629,0004 2 2

IN a quiet street close to amenities, thishome is a lifestyle opportunity and priced tosuit first-home buyers. Accommodationcomprises four bedrooms and a study, or fivebedrooms. There are two bathrooms,including an ensuite to the master bedroom.If you love to entertain, you will love thisbackyard, with a below-ground pool andfreestanding patio. Inside, there is plenty ofroom for a growing family with separate liv-ing areas such as a theatre room, spacious

WANNEROO 12 BAMBOORE CRESCENT

SPACE ENHANCES VALUE FOR MONEY

AGENT RE/MAX GBT - NorthlandsCONTACT Rhett Tindall

0407 923 237WEB www.remaxwa.com.auDETAILS http://tinyurl.com/3njf7zp

$409,000-$449,000

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separate wing comprises three double-sizedminor bedrooms with built-in robes and ashared bathroom. Extras include a home office,big outdoor entertaining area with shade sailcover and reticulated gardens. ■

bedrooms and a galley kitchen in the freeflowing living zone. It has reticulated native gar-dens and room to park a caravan/boat. ■

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Trophy home conquers course

WITH an emphasis on relaxation, and luxuri-ous living, this ultra-stylish light and bright two-storey masterpiece will indulge all the senses.

The four-bedroom, three-bathroom abodehas all the traditional elements you would wantin a family home – large open living spaces withhigh ceilings, a well-designed functional kitchen,large backyard and an abundance of storageoptions.

The ultra sleek white kitchen is the hub ofthe home, integrating both indoor and outdoorliving spaces effortlessly.

It features a seamless waterfall bench andred glass splashback, quality white cabinetry,stainless steel appliances, extensive benchspace and a large fridge recess.

The golf course-fronting residence maximis-es the north-facing orientation, bathing the twoentertaining terraces and the home in the won-derful winter sun.

The alfresco dining with built-in stainlesssteel BBQ, stone benchtops and neutral tilesplashback features timber-lined ceiling withoverhead fan, built-in speakers, a bar fridgerecess and deep drawers and cupboards.

The clever separation in bedroom and livingzones for adults and children affords everyonetheir own space to spread out.

The master suite has reverse cycle aircondi-tioning and a stunning open ensuite withdouble square vanities, spa and shower, whilethe minor bedrooms are all double size withdouble built-in robes, quality carpets andwooden blinds, stainless steel top quality ceiling

fans, low voltage lighting and plenty of electricalpoints.

Relax on the balcony and enjoy the ever-changing vista of Naturaliste Ridge as a back-drop, with the beauty of the lakes and fairwayswhich seem like your backyard.

Outside features include exterior Color-

bond cladding around the property, a water fea-ture and automatic reticulated landscaped gar-dens.

There is also a portico with feature stonepillars, double garage/workshop with separatestoreroom and golf buggy room and aircondi-tioning to the property. ■

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DUNSBOROUGH4 CASTLEROY TERRACEAGENT JMW Real EstateCONTACT Michelle Hosking on

0421 322 589WEB www.jmwrealestate.com.auDETAILS www.tinyurl.com/3h4l4mf

$1,249,000

Every element sought in afine family home is here,writes CAROLINE FRANK

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LIFESTYLEOPPORTUNITY

Inspection by appointment

To see more of the property visit www.TreeElle.com

Tanya Ricketts Phone: (08) 9848 2211 Mobile: 0427 481 887

Email: tanya@scp.net.au Web: www.scp.net.auLicensee: Rekuna Pty Ltd. No 40680

DENMARK – BOW BRIDGEFrom $1.5m

15 BEDROOMS, 10 BATHROOMS, 1 SPA RETREAT

• 14.7 acres on South Coast Highway

• 4 luxurious self-contained houses

• Separate Spa retreat, offi ce building and managers residence

• Landscaped grounds with fenced paddocks

• Approval for future restaurant

• Heart of the South Coast tourism district

This is one of a kind. 5 modern houses set in landscaped gardens that would

make any botanical enthusiast drool with envy. Close to amazing beaches and

the world famous Tree Top Walk in the magnifi cent Valley of the Giants.

Our sellers invite you to experience this Garden of Eden. The four luxurious

holiday homes and one manager’s residence are positioned throughout

14.7 acres of landscaped grounds with paddocks and pens for livestock.

The property is currently being run as boutique holiday accommodation and

is being sold fully furnished and equipped so all you need to do is drive in and

collect the keys on the way.

Keep it all to yourself, share with friends or run the property as a business.

Tree Elle Retreat

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169 Main St,Osborne Park,WA 6017

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Clever approach to renovationWHEN plumbing and bathroommanufacturer Mania National identi-fied what it believed was inadequatecustomer service, inferior productsand poor after-sales support beingdelivered to Perth consumers, itdecided to take action.

The result is Clever Bathrooms, abathroom product selection centrethat allows the 30-year-old WA com-pany to deal directly with the public.

With the motto “you dream it, wecreate it”, Clever Bathrooms offers abroad range of quality, locally manu-factured and imported products tohelp individuals, renovation compa-nies, builders and interior designerscreate modern, luxurious bathrooms.

The Subiaco and Malaga show-

rooms have everything you need torealise your dream – vanity units,baths, showers, cabinets, tapware, toi-lets, and exclusive Faroe, Lux andHandel products at manufacturer-direct prices.

“A clever bathroom is at the cut-ting edge of style but also retains ahigh level of practicality,” nationaloperations manager Daniel Whitingexplained.

“While you want to create some-thing to be proud of, you can’t losesight of the fact that it does have towithstand daily family use.”

Mr Whiting said clients were once solely concerned with function-ality but had also begun demanding fashionable solutions

about five years ago. Easy-to-cleanproducts were also proving popu-lar.

“Toilet pans that sit flush againstthe wall are in demand at themoment because from the point ofview of cleaning, you just have to mopthe side,” he said.

Other popular products includedwall-mounted vanity units, free-standing baths, wall mirrors with flu-orescent lighting, marble and granitevanity bench tops, and oval andsquare mixers.

Mr Whiting said white was thecolour of choice for most.

“If I had to give advice to someonewho was about to renovate theirbathroom, I'd say stick to a very neu-

tral palette because people arefavouring a modern, minimalist lookat the moment,” he said.

Mr Whiting said styles fromEurope – the bathroom trendsetter –often took years to reach Australiabut Clever Bathrooms aimed tochange that.

“We have people who are workingconstantly on developing our range,so they actually look at the currenttrends in Europe,” he said.

“A lot of the market can tend tocopy each other but we like to setourselves apart, so we bring in con-temporary European designs andmanufacture the product for a robustAustralian bathroom.”

Clever Bathrooms is open sevendays a week.

For more information, visit theshowroom at Homebase Expo, 55Salvado Road, Subiaco or Unit 9, 35Exhibition Drive, Malaga. ■

If you dream it, Clever Bathrooms can create it. By KEREN BELLOS

With the motto “youdream it, we create it”,Clever Bathrooms offers abroad range of quality,locally manufactured andimported products to helpindividuals, renovation com-panies, builders and interiordesigners create modern,luxurious bathrooms

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Ponder the thought of you and your family on a permanent holiday watching the world go by on the Amalfi Coast, Isle of Capri, The Med’ or eventhe Pacific Islands... This ‘pavilion style’ masterpiece has been passionately and cleverly designed and built around unique antique architectural

pieces which coalesce to form its soulful ambiance.

All seasons have been thought of. In summer, or even on a fine winter’s day the entire home can be transformed into a two storey alfresco wonderlandsimply by opening the bi-fold timber doors and windows. Once opened up, the large chef’s kitchen, wood-fired oven, heated lap pool, heated spa

and timber decked relaxation pavilion will make you, your family and guests feel as though they are staying in a world class luxury villa.

As the day light softens and the sun falls below the horizon, a spectacular kaleidoscope of colour evolves which issubstituted by a sea of harbour lights.

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