Unalla,+Peppermint+Grove+WA

=Unalla – home to Western Australia’s doyenne suffragette Bessie Rischbieth =

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Unalla, 5 View Street, Peppermint Grove WA 6011
"The beautiful Federation Queen Anne-styled Unalla – home to Western Australia’s doyenne suffragette Bessie Rischbieth – is on the market for only the second time in its 113-year history. > media type="youtube" key="jKBnyae5qtA" height="480" width="854"
 * Unalla, (pronounced "You-narla") built in 1903 by dynamic South Australian entrepreneurs Bessie and Henry Wills Rischbieth, is the last remaining mansion-sized estate in the exclusive Perth suburb of Peppermint Grove.
 * It is a striking home that exudes historical significance on so many levels."



"Unalla epitomises the federation style favoured by the architect of the day, Charles Oldham.
 * Unalla’s matriarch was a leading figure in the drive to give WA women a voice.
 * Noted as one of Australia’s most enigmatic campaigners for social reform, Bessie Rischbieth’s achievements included being a foundation member of the Child Protection Society in 1906, a founder of the WA Women’s Service Guild, a co-founder of the British Commonwealth League of Women in 1925 and, most notably, represented Australia at League of Nations in 1935.
 * Unalla is a captivating residence and fitting home to such an important West Australian couple. Striking white verandah posts wrap around both storeys of the house and contrast well with the local red clay brick. Inside, the extensive fretwork and inbuilt cabinetry stay true to the Queen Anne style."



"Wide verandahs, sweeping windows, a grand staircase, high ceilings, huge rooms and a stylish ambience echo reflections of a classic era filled with grace and charm.


 * Exquisite leadlight windows bring light and a kaleidoscope of colour into the home where examples of craftsman-built timber panelling and cabinetry still in perfect condition.
 * The huge rooms are softened by decorative fretwork arches and beautiful fireplaces. Expansive grounds now include a full size tennis court, glass conservatory, fountains and manicured lawns."

Beautiful and elegant woman
"Unalla’s grade one heritage listing is by virtue of architecture, as well as the cultural significance of its founders during WA’s gold boom and the impact they had on social reform." 
 * New to the state in 1899 during one of WA’s most prosperous eras, the Rischbieths quickly rose to prominence within the purple circles of Perth’s movers and shakers. On the back of his successful business Henry Wills and Co trading stock, kangaroo, hide and tallow trading, Henry Rischbieth grabbed an opportunity to buy into the prestigious Peppermint Grove.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">The couple never had children to enjoy the sprawling grounds of Unalla.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Mrs Rischbieth launched herself into a lifelong crusade to protect the human rights of women and children and often hosted events at Unalla, including the well documented Moonlit Fete in 1932 on behalf of the Australian Federation of Women Voters to raise funds for the League of Nations peacetime efforts.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">She was pivotal in obtaining the women’s vote in WA in 1899, helping convince the premier at the time, John Forrest, not to oppose the motion. WA was one of the first states to allow women to vote. Read more at domain.com

<span style="color: #3c475b; font-family: 'Source Sans Pro',sans-serif; font-size: 18px;">A Rare Treasure
<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">"Since the mid 1800's the unique cachet of property in Peppermint Grove has never waned and, to this day, the suburb is one of the most prestigious, desirable and tightly held residential addresses in Australia. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">"Largely original, it has a timeless grace and charm that has effortlessly translated into the 21st century. Of course, the bathrooms have been brought up to date and there are air conditioner units in the bedrooms. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">"The vast grounds include a paved courtyard, full size tennis court, glass fern house, magnificent trees, palms, tranquil leafy walkways, fountains and lawns - the perfect setting for many a fete and garden party.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Prominent Perth family names and some superb original residences from those early days remain, although many of the major landholdings have been subdivided over the years.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Behind iron gates, on the corner of View and Forrest streets, a tree-lined driveway reveals the rare jewel that is Unalla; - the largest remaining mansion in "the Grove".
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Construction of this majestic two storey Federation Queen Anne style residence, which is now Category 1 Heritage Listed, commenced in 1903.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Designed by Charles Oldham for his friend Henry Wills Rischbieth, it is now considered a major work of aesthetic significance and a defining example of the period.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The residence has had only two owners, both of whom have meticulously maintained the house and gardens ensuring the splendor of Unalla has been untouched by the years.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Wide, wide verandahs, many windows, a grand staircase, high ceilings, huge rooms and an indefinable sense of comfort and wellbeing come together in this remarkable home."
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Also, an ultra-modern elevator has been thoughtfully placed in an unobtrusive location - but nothing has been allowed to disturb the overall serenity and grandeur of Unalla.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Exquisite leadlight windows bring light and a kaleidoscope of color into the home where examples of craftsman-built timber paneling and cabinetry are still in perfect condition.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">The huge rooms are softened by decorative fretwork arches and beautiful fireplaces while luxurious window treatments and carpets are as new."

<span style="color: #3c475b; font-family: 'Source Sans Pro',sans-serif; font-size: 18px;">FEATURES: > > > > > > > > > > <span style="color: #3c475b; font-family: 'Source Sans Pro',sans-serif; font-size: 18px;">Agent: William Porteous : 0439 880 242 William Porteous Properties International
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Unalla has an aura of confidence and an exciting future to offer a new owner.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Not only is it a doorway into the life of Perth's prosperous early settlers, it is a cherished and greatly respected home that has made a seamless transition into the busy modern world.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">All this on land that can never be duplicated.
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">A rare, rare treasure indeed."
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.5;">5 bedrooms
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">3 bathrooms
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Grand entry foyer
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Formal Lounge
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Formal Dining
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Drawing Room
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Modern kitchen
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Billiard Room with bar
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Study/Library
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Glassed conservatory
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Grand staircase
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Studio
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">2 Powder Rooms
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Basement cellar
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Wide verandahs
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Original stained glass windows
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">High ceilings
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Cornicing
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Wooden fireplaces
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Built in wooden cabinets
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Security alarm
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Air conditioning in bedrooms
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Internal modern lift
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Double garage
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Electric gates
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Horse shoe driveway
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Water features
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Tennis court with lights
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">98ft water well
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">45,460 litre water tank
 * <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 1.5;">Lush established gardens