Enjoy entertaining at 155 Rankins Rd, Kensington, with an open-plan kitchen and dining area that flows on to the decked balcony, which has a retractable awning for year-round comfort.

The backyard definitely packs a punch.Source:Supplied

The party can continue in the private courtyard below, which also has gates accessible to the rear laneway and storage under the deck.

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A breakfast bar, combined freestanding 900mm oven and gas cooktop, dishwasher and overhead storage are features of the kitchen.

The open-plan living areas are light and bright.Source:Supplied

Edward Thomas Estate Agents director Edward Thomas said the light-filled, multi-level home offered several living zones and was “great for entertaining”.

He said the vendors had lived at the former shop since 1996 and believed the conversion was done well before then.

Mr Thomas said whoever was lucky enough to claim the ground-floor bedroom would be able to sleep under the stars thanks to a glass ceiling and skylight, which has a retractable blind to allow in as much light as desired.

The sun-drenched deck is perfect for entertaining.Source:Supplied

Upstairs are the main bathroom and two bedrooms with balconies, one with views of the city skyline, and the other has a retreat.

Other features include a big living space at the entry of the home, a ground floor bathroom and combined laundry, an alarm, ducted heating and jarrah floorboards.

It is opposite Kensington Station and a nature reserve and close to the eateries on Macaulay Rd.

The property is set to go under the hammer at noon on March 25, with price hopes of $1.2 million to $1.25 million.

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