Exquisite, palatial, inspirational, aspirational. So many superlatives could be used in describing this simply stunning, prize-winning, Hamptons-inspired residence set high up in Chapman's dress circle - and any or all of them would be entirely deserved.
Situated on a large 1,672m2 north-facing block with sweeping panoramic views across Weston Creek and Molonglo Valley to Black Mountain and the hills and ridges beyond, this beautiful six-bedroom, two-storey home thoroughly wowed the judges of Home Beautiful magazine, who accordingly awarded it Home Renovation of the Year in 2014. It is not hard to see why. So much vision, passion, thought and detail has gone into creating a very impressive, tasteful home.
Perhaps the key highlight of this magnificent residence is the collection of open-plan living rooms at its heart, including an elegant formal lounge room with bar, a very inviting living room with fireplace, a charming dining room, and an impressive and well-appointed kitchen - which includes a large island bench, stone bench tops, Miele appliances and ample storage.
Both the formal lounge and dining rooms open out to a gorgeous and extensive north-facing terrace from which the expansive vista can be fully enjoyed. The living room and kitchen open out to a striking pool-side al fresco area, with an impressive raised, insulated, lined pergola containing glass skylights, stylish lighting and ceiling fans, extensive cabinetry with bar fridge, sink, stone counter-top, and a large servery window from the kitchen with multi-fold/stackable window.
And speaking of the swimming pool, it is definitely another of the key highlights of this property. Solar-heated, its dazzling turquoise waters will be simply irresistible to one and all on any one of Canberra's endless sunny days! Adjacent to the pool is a large, air-conditioned pool house that is well-equipped for entertaining, with 900mm oven, extensive cabinetry and stone benchtops.
The house has six spacious bedrooms - five on the upper level and one on the ground level. The north-facing master bedroom has a large walk-in robe and a newly-renovated ensuite bathroom. Of the five other bedrooms, one has a walk-in-robe, while three have built-in robes. Both the master bedroom and bedroom 3 have access to a charming north-facing terrace which is just perfect for breakfast or coffee on a sunny morning, or for a nightcap while gazing across the twinkling lights of Canberra below. The bedroom on the ground level also has a large adjacent living/sitting room with separate external access and a kitchenette attached to it.
There are four beautiful bathrooms - three on the upper level and one of the ground floor. The ensuite and main bathroom both have floor-to-ceiling tiles, stone counter tops, soft-close vanities and frameless shower screens. Two bathrooms have a bath, while one has a spa bath.
Also on the ground floor are a large rumpus room, a large store room, a utility room with extensive storage cupboards, a cellar, a powder room and an enormous garage. The garage has parking for four cars and an expansive workshop area.
There are well-established, manicured, recently updated, easy-maintenance gardens to the front and rear of the house, which contain a nice mix of established trees and hedges. All garden areas are serviced by an automatic irrigation system.
It's whisper-quiet, elevated location offers the best of both worlds. Located in close proximity to the local shops, schools, public transport, walking trails, bike paths and just minutes from Canberra's arterial road system, it backs on to the Cooleman Ridge Nature Reserve, and is on the doorstep of some of Canberra's best natural and recreational assets, including the Stromlo Forest, the Cotter and Namadgi National Park.
This really is the quintessential 'dream home' and represents an unmissable opportunity to buy yourself the home you deserve.
- Superb land parcel - 1,672m2 approx.
- Northerly aspect with expansive panoramic views
- Impressive kitchen with centre island, stone benchtops and Miele appliances
- Six generous bedrooms
- Four bathrooms
- Rumpus room
- Large laundry
- Potential for separate, self-contained accommodation or home office downstairs
- Stunning outdoor terrace and pool side alfresco area
- Solar-heated, magnesium salt, in-ground concrete pool
- Pool house
- Big four car garage with workshop area and internal access
- Additional off-street parking for multiple cars
- Ducted gas heating
- Double-glazing to most windows
- Large solar panel system
- Easy-care, established, manicured gardens
- Automatic garden irrigation system
- Rainwater tank
- Cat6 cabled throughout
- Telstra NBN connection
- iiNet Fibre (second connection)
- Foxtel connection (7 outlets)
