Renovated Claremont Gem Blends Victorian Charm with Modern Luxury

With its timeless blend of modern chic and Victorian-era charm, this refreshed abode at 18 Cliff Way in Claremont is a pristine gem ready for you to make your own.

Architectural Heritage and Modern Transformation

Built in 1993 from a design by renowned architectural firm Philip Cox, Etherington, Coulter and Jones, the two-storey residence underwent a full top-to-bottom transformation in 2024, giving it a renewed lease of life.

The current owners said the north-facing front elevation was reimagined with inspiration from Victorian-era architecture, leveraging the home’s high pitched, asymmetrical rooflines.

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“The floor plan was redesigned to maximise natural light and create seamless indoor/outdoor contemporary living,” they said.

The renovation was undertaken with two guiding principles – elegance and simplicity.

Interior Highlights

Wide-plank oak flooring and an intelligent use of daylight have transformed the interior, creating a home emphasising open, laid-back lifestyles. This effect is immediately apparent in the expansive lounge room off the foyer, defined by a feature fireplace and a towering pitched ceiling.

Glass sliding doors at the rear lead out to the back lawn, while single-pane French doors at the front bring you to the peaceful street-facing verandah.

Adjoining the lounge, the dining area is a vast haven for entertaining, while the kitchen has been redesigned to include a white Caesarstone island bench, matching white cabinetry and European LED lighting.

Also downstairs is the opulent main suite featuring floor-to-ceiling built-in robes and an elegant ensuite with a shower, a toilet and double vanity units.

Moving upstairs, the black lacework balustrading creates a timeless statement before the upper level reveals three carpeted double-sized bedrooms – each with built-in robes and single-pane French doors leading to Juliet balconies. This floor is serviced by a revamped bathroom and a powder room boasting white and concrete-look porcelain tiles.

Back downstairs, the laundry features abundant storage, a large sink and a drying cabinet. “Another surprise is the linen cupboard, which has access to the hidden attic storage space and a separate laundry chute,” the current owners said.

Exterior and Outdoor Living

As well as remodelling the home’s interiors, the exterior has been refined to capitalise on its north-facing aspects. The current owners said the updated landscaping included site works, new walls and fencing, reticulation, large-format Turkish porcelain paving surrounding the home, manicured lawns, and evergreen trees and plantings.

Spilling out from the kitchen via glass sliding doors, the all-seasons covered alfresco area comprises a plumbed outdoor kitchen with a barbecue, a fridge recess and cabinetry, complemented by electric blinds and overhead heating for year-round enjoyment.

Vehicle storage is well catered for, with the two-car garage accompanied by a three-car hardcourt – all secured behind a stately electric gate.

Prime Location

Situated in a cosy pocket of the bluechip suburb of Claremont, the home is in close proximity to Christ Church Grammar School and Methodist Ladies’ College, as well as beaches, Swan River and the lifestyle amenities of Claremont Quarter.