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Bed & Breakfast accommodation (Carmel)
Experience the tranquil surroundings and stunning beauty of a Heritage Listed Federation home and garden.
Nestled in the sleepy Carmel valley, just 25 minutes from Perth, Fawkes House offers a peaceful and relaxing retreat. Surrounded by orchards and vineyards, Fawkes House is the perfect setting for a romantic weekend or a mid-week break, or as a base for enjoying all that Perth and its surrounds have to offer
History
The Fawkes family were early settlers in the Carmel Valley and completed their substantial, brick and tile homestead c.1919. The house is a perfect example of the Federation style with characteristic tall chimneys, Marseilles tiles and a traditional verandah with gables and turned timber work. Within, original ceiling roses and cornices, polished jarrah floors and decoration true to the period complete the picture.
Accommodation- Fawkes Cottage
Relax in a thoughtfully appointed self contained cottage, comprising a luxurious bedroom, lounge and ensuite. Quality furnishings, polished jarrah floors and traditional décor ensure the perfect setting for your break away from it all.
For your comfort there is air conditioning, heating, a TV, VCR, CD player, books and magazines. Superb bed linen, towels and bathrobes invite you to relax. Fresh flowers add to the gracious ambience, as you are greeted with a refreshing beverage and a generous fruit platter. Tea and coffee making facilities, homemade cookies and complimentary port complete the indulgence.
Accommodation- The Coach House
Retreat to the secluded and fully restored coach house, comprising large bedroom/sitting room and extra spacious, deluxe bathroom including deep 2 person spa. Quality furnishings and gentle décor create a relaxing cottage with own private courtyard.
For your comfort there is air conditioning, heating, a TV, VCR, CD player, books and magazines. Superb bed linen, towels and bathrobes invite you to relax. Fresh flowers add to the gracious ambience, as you are greeted with a refreshing beverage and a generous fruit platter. Tea and coffee making facilities, homemade cookies and complimentary port complete the indulgence.
Gardens
Explore the 1.6 acres of stunning heritage garden. Wander through the meandering paths of the sun-dappled spinney, surrounded by camellias, rare hellebores, narcissi and prim roses. Relax within the walled, formal, heritage rose gardens with views over adjoining vineyards, or discover the extensive native gardens. Croquet and boules can be enjoyed on the lawn, originally the tennis court c.1920. Take tea or a cooling beverage on the wide, sheltered verandahs of the main house, or relax with a good book beneath rare, flowering trees. The gardens attract many species of birds throughout the seasons, and display a profusion of Spring flowering bulbs and Autumn colour.
Breakfast
Gourmet breakfasts can be served in the formal dining room of the main house, in your cottage, or within the gardens. Local produce, free range eggs, fruit and vegetables from the garden, and attention to detail ensure a delightful start to the day. Menus change by the season, and special dietary requirements can be catered for.
Location
Located only 25 minutes from central Perth, in the peaceful Carmel valley, Fawkes House is in the heart of the Perth Hills. With local award-winning wineries rose
gardens and an abundance of forest walking trails, the region has much to offer the discerning traveler. The historic market town of Kalamunda is only a 10 minute drive away, and offers award-winning restaurants, shops, services and the best craft market in the area on the first Saturday of each month. Only a short drive to Perth Domestic And International Airports.
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