The former residence of the Waltons, one of Darlington’s earliest pioneer families, “Woodlands” is an iconic part of local Darlington Hills history. This gracious and grand homestead is one of the finest examples of all of the charm and authentic classic character of yesteryear.
3 bedroom and 2 bathroom residence
Separate elegant formal dining room
Exquisite French provincial kitchen/meals
Gracious formal lounge and sitting room
Downstairs versatile family room & office
Soaring high ceilings and timber flooring
Beautiful original wide wrapped verandahs
Wonderful valley outlook and city vistas
Inviting b/g pool with cabana & kitchenette
Elevated 4120sqm of manicured gardens
Situated in one of the most sought after and private locations in Darlington, this iconic home enjoys panoramic valley and city views from the wrap around verandahs that embrace thie century old homestead.
Beautifully maintained and lovingly restored in sympathy with its heritage, the sense of history is evident from the moment you arrive at “Woodlands”. Enter the home through stunning antique double doors which originated from France and are believed to be nearly two centuries old. Gaze back to the chimney which belonged to the original cottage on the property and which has been cleverly retained as a gorgeous character feature in the entrance enclave of the property.
A gracious reception area leads from the front entrance to the formal lounge and sitting room. The focal point of the lounge room is a large fireplace with an antique Belgium marble mantle. Soaring ornate ceilings, gleaming Jarrah flooring and banks of French windows and doors give this room a luxurious feel. An elegant dining room with recessed sliding timber doors to the right enjoys vistas over the valley and horizon and also features French doors which lead out to the wide verandah which wraps around the home.
To the left of the entrance foyer is the kitchen with casual meals and family area. With a scenic outlook, this is the perfect place to enjoy a coffee or simply soak up the morning sun that streams through the windows. The French provincial kitchen is spacious and will delight the keenest home chef. It features granite bench tops, a wide island bench with inbuilt Miele steam oven, double oven and a feature limestone mock fireplace.
The elegant master bedroom has bay windows, built in robes and adjacent a stylish bathroom. The second bedroom also has built robes and a beautiful fireplace with timber mantle. Downstairs you will find the third bedroom, another bathroom and a lounge room with office which could easily be converted to a fourth bedroom if required. Doors from the lounge area lead out to the gorgeous manicured parterre garden and pool.
The inviting pool area with elevated deck takes full advantage of the panoramic valley views on offer. With a water feature, solar heating and cabana with kitchenette it is the perfect spot to entertain family and friends.
Rarely do homes of this calibre and with such authentic history become available in the Perth Hills.
For more information or to arrange a viewing of “WOODLANDS” please contact
PATRICK HARPER on 0413 440 107