Perth resort-style home set to sizzle

THIS award-winning Perth beauty is on the market for the first time since it was built 20 years ago in 'old Subiaco' by its owner Mark Barnaba.

Elite agent Jody Fewster of Ray White Cottesloe | Mosman Park is marketing the resort-style home at 44 Bedford Avenue, Subiaco, which was designed by Saleeba Adams Architects and boasts five bedrooms and an expansive use of glass.

There’s an impressive skylight the length of the hallway, which creates light-filled interior spaces and a sense of interconnectedness.

Mark and Paige Barnaba and their children have loved their time in the house that was completely renovated inside and out in 2015 but won’t be moving too far.

Mr Barnaba, an independent director who currently sits on the Reserve Bank of Australia board and is also chairman of the central bank’s audit committee and deputy chairman at Fortescue Metals Group among others, is naturally a market watcher.

“The property market has been very strong in Perth this year, across all of Australia in fact. It’s been a beautiful and happy family home. We have loved living here,” Mr Barnaba said.

“Our kids have been born and raised there but we thought it was now time for a change and we have bought our next dream home project in Perth.”

Ms Fewster said this home had the ultimate floorplan.

“It’s got defined zones for sleeping, study, entertaining and relaxing. There's endless versatility in this home. At the front, there’s even a beautifully appointed guest suite and formal living and dining,” she said.

Solid jarrah flooring flows throughout the lower level, and there’s even a wood fireplace and temperature-controlled wine cellar. The galley-style kitchen features an impressive 5.2m solid jarrah island bench and oak cabinetry.

The vast swimming pool is crystal clear and features a gas-heated spa and mosaic-tiled water wall feature.

There’s even an idyllic play area for kids and pets that includes a fabulous cubby house fit for a princess.

The exciting Subi East redevelopment is just 600m away, and will herald a vibrant new north-eastern gateway to Subiaco.

The property is for sale via an expressions of interest closing on February 3, if not sold prior.