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Following in the footsteps of St Patrick in Ireland, St Mirin is said to have rid the Scottish island of Cumbrae of snakes in the 700s.

The original owners of this magnificent federation home in Mt Lawley probably named it after their windswept old home.

A three-bedroom/two-bathroom place built almost 100 years ago, the spelling change to Cambrae can be put down to ever-changing language and accents.

The gloriously rambling cottage garden of this 760sqm property is a veritable eden—one hopes sans snakes—while the inside reflects grand colonial architecture.

Soaring ceilings abound, most with beautiful plaster roses. Stained glass windows, wide jarrah floorboards and gorgeous fireplaces are other original features you’ll be pleased to see.

The spacious entry hall is a picture of elegance with a stunning arched stained-glass window casting mellow light onto the decorative ceiling.

The commodious main bedroom has its own fireplace and a delightful bay window with French doors to the wrap-around front verandah.

By the bedroom door is an intriguing Greek column, which poses a conundrum: The vendor discovered it after removing the walls of two small rooms to enlarge the main bedroom, but has no idea of its original purpose. It’s certainly an interesting feature that gets people talking, judging by the conversation when the Voice dropped in.

The commodious main bedroom has its own fireplace and a delightful bay window

The space created by the smaller rooms’ removal has allowed for a delightful open study off the bedroom with its own ceiling rose and fireplace, and a spacious dressing room and ensuite.

A central lounge flows into an open-plan area, with a large country-style kitchen with timber cupboards, and city views from the sink.

Step out onto the timbered rear deck and you feel you could reach out and touch the skyscrapers.

With a peaked alsynite roof and cafe blinds this is a great spot for alfresco entertaining, or simply enjoy the serenity, and lovely garden, over breakfast, lunch of tea.

There’s plenty of hidden nooks for quiet reflection in the cottage garden wilderness or the native garden in the front garden.

Leafy, quiet streets belie the short distance to the vibrant Walcott Street cafe strip hub, and Perth College is a short walk away.

BY JENNY D’ANGER

20 Storthes Street, Mt Lawley
EOI from $2.2 million
Pam Herron | 0413 610 660
Jon Adams | 0413 610 662
Beaufort Realty | 9227 0887