Architecture and Design Obsession
Art deco delight on rare block in Peppermint Grove
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Grand and regal with a touch of art deco inspiration, this leafy residence is positioned on a rare, large block in Perth’s premier Peppermint Grove.
Set behind secure gates on more than 3600sqm, 148 Forrest Street, Peppermint Grove showcases the curved forms characterised in 1930s modernist design with rounded windows and balconies, and original timber and marble features of its time.
Selling agent Jody Fewster, from Ray White Cottesloe-Mosman Park, says the pre-World War II mansion, which has been listed for sale for $8.5 million, is one of just five properties in Peppermint Grove that remain on landholdings in excess of 3600sqm.
This home is on a rare 3600sqm in Peppermint Grove. Picture: www.realestate.com.au/buy
“It’s an exceptional piece of land,” Fewster says.
“It’s such a big landholding, it’s almost an acre, so you really get the sense that you could be in a country estate.
“The gardens are so stunning and mature. You walk up this beautiful grand driveway and all you can hear are birds. It’s amazing.
Fewster says that after 28 years the family is parting ways with the six bedroom, five bathroom mansion, which has been expanded and renovated over time.
The beauty, she says, is that it combines the hallmarks of art deco architecture with a completely modern fit-out, including a contemporary kitchen which opens out to a day-to-day lounge room and living area with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lush grounds.
The expanse of windows allows maximum enjoyment of the leafy outlook. Picture: www.realestate.com.au/buy
“The home was built in 1937 by the Winterbottom family so it has some art deco features but was extended about 20 years ago so has a beautiful north-facing open plan kitchen and living area which brings in all the northern winter light,” Fewster says.
“You can see green from every window.”
The formal dining room has retained the original fireplace and overlooks the expansive terraced gardens which includes a canopy of mature trees, Japanese garden and vegetable patch.
There is also a below-ground swimming pool and turf tennis court.
A separate freestanding residence is located on the property’s eastern boundary, complete with a bedroom, ensuite and kitchenette.
There is rear laneway access and two garages to house five vehicles.
Offers from $8.5 million.
