Property Details
| Block Size | 2.02 ha |
Description
A rare dual-residence offering on five acres of prime Swan Valley land, where two complete homes sit independently yet harmoniously on a single title, opening possibilities for extended family living or a sound investment strategy that delivers passive income alongside your own private sanctuary.
- 8 bedrooms 3 bathrooms
- 2-home multi-gen property
- Expansive central open-plan
- Formal & informal living
- Evap, Split AC, SC fire
- Numerous pwd outbuildings
- Fenced & gated level land
- Separate services connexs
- 5-acres escarpment views
- Privacy and proximity
Two distinct homes, two separate lifestyles, one address. This is the kind of property that solves problems before they arise – the teenager craving independence, the ageing parent needing nearby support, the adult child saving for their first home, or simply the opportunity to offset your mortgage with rental income from a self-contained second dwelling.
Built in 1997, the brick-and-tile home is the newer and larger of the two residences. Step through the front door, and you’re immediately presented with choices – a formal lounge to the left, perfect for those moments when conversation requires something beyond the everyday, and to the right, a principal suite that functions as a private retreat within the home. This main bedroom is flooded with light from a substantial three-bay window, complemented by built-in robes and a bright ensuite. Split-system air-conditioning ensures year-round comfort.
The slate-tiled hallway becomes a spine, leading you past a home office/formal dining room, toward the heart of this home – an impressively proportioned family living zone. The kitchen anchors this space with a sweeping benchtop and integrated breakfast bar, maintaining sight lines across both the meals area and family room. It’s the kind of layout that lets you prep dinner without losing track of homework happening at the dining table or a movie playing in the lounge.
Two sliding doors define the relationship between inside and out. One opens to a sheltered north-facing verandah that spans one side of the home, capturing winter sun and extending the living space. The other accesses the backyard, where two magnificent palms frame an east-facing lawn – your morning coffee spot sorted.
Three junior bedrooms occupy the rear section of the floor plan, a thoughtful arrangement that creates natural separation between children’s and parents’ domains. Two feature mirror-fronted built-in robes and east-facing windows, the third includes a robe recess and south-facing outlook across the wrap-around verandah. These rooms share a family bathroom complete with tub, shower and vanity, plus a separate WC accessible via the walk-through laundry.
The second home, known as Twin Pines, brings a different energy entirely. Built in the 1970s, this rendered-brick residence sits at the end of its own tree-lined driveway, accessed through a separate gated entry. Age has been kind to the trees here – their maturity speaks to decades of care and establishes a framework that would take decades to replicate.
A wide, shaded porch introduces you to a home with understated character. The painted concrete flooring, multi-coloured paving and decorative cornices offer gentle reminders of its era. Inside, a carpeted lounge connects to a tiled meals area and kitchen. At the heart of this space, a slow-combustion fireplace becomes the focus during cooler months. The kitchen is original and functional, though it presents an opportunity for someone who enjoys putting their own stamp on a space.
The first bedroom sits directly off the meals area with sliding door access to the east-facing verandah – an arrangement that suggests alternative uses. This could easily serve as a second living space or entertaining area. Three additional carpeted bedrooms run off a central hallway, alongside a family bathroom and walk-through laundry with a separate WC. One bedroom includes split-system air-conditioning.
The land itself deserves attention. Five level acres, fully fenced with paddocks and animal shelters, plus more than 40 productive fruit trees distributed across the property – quince, fig, persimmon, nectarine, apricot, citrus and grapes to name a few. The infrastructure extends beyond the two homes to include numerous powered outbuildings – workshop space, storage, potential studio or home business premises. The equine community will immediately recognise the value in level, fenced land with existing shelters and facilities.
The brilliance of this configuration lies in its complete flexibility. Each residence operates entirely independently – separate power meters, separate water connections, separate driveways, separate gate access. Two central paddocks create physical distance between the homes, meaning privacy isn’t negotiable or dependent on goodwill; it’s built into the layout. You determine the level of connection that works for your household.
Consider the scenarios this enables. Adult children saving for their first home without sacrificing proximity to family support – they’re independent, but you’re there when needed. Ageing parents who want to downsize their maintenance burden but aren’t ready to relinquish their autonomy or sever daily contact with grandchildren. A returning family member navigating a life transition who needs temporary accommodation.
The financial equation is equally compelling. Occupy one residence and lease the other, creating a passive income stream that services your mortgage or funds your lifestyle. Both homes are established, maintained, and immediately tenantable – this isn’t a granny flat or a compromised conversion. These are complete, standalone dwellings that command genuine rental returns in a region with strong demand and limited supply of quality homes on acreage.
Perhaps most valuable is the options this property offers. The flexibility to adapt without selling, to accommodate without overcrowding, to generate income without becoming a landlord managing distant properties – are all compelling arguments for this offering.
Herne Hill positions you squarely in Perth’s premium food and wine territory, with the Swan Valley’s cellar doors, breweries, and providores awaiting your weekend explorations.
