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Situated in wide, tree lined Melbourne Avenue, close to Parliament House, this elegant home has been sympathetically extended and retains its rich historic character. Designed by the Melbourne architectural firm Oakley and Parkes and constructed in 1927, the original part of the home has been thoughtfully maintained in every detail. The architect designed extension showcases light filled, modern living space and a luxurious master suite, to create a total floor area of approximately 340m². Brickwork of the extension blends seamlessly with the original Canberra red brick and terracotta roof tiles provide uniform coverage. Picturesque, shaded gardens and neat hedging complement the superb street appeal. A wide pathway winds towards the graceful verandah. Stepping into the entry is to step back in time. High ceilings, cool spaces created by double brick construction and beautiful timber detail on picture rails and doors, all reflect the sense of history in this lovingly restored home. Tasmanian Oak flooring extends throughout the original home. From the entry, double, glass panel doors open into the spacious living room. High, batten ceilings, picture rails and the slow combustion fireplace add to the ambience of this tranquil room. Cedar sash windows are furnished with Roman blinds and frame the outlook over the front garden.
On the opposite side of the entry, a timber panelled door opens to the formal dining room. Originally the master bedroom, it mirrors the living room and has an open fireplace with authentic brick detail. If preferred it may once again be enjoyed as a large bedroom. The spacious, second, third and fourth bedrooms are all equipped with built-in robes, while the fourth bedroom has a study or sitting area, which opens onto the entertaining deck. This suggests the potential for use as a home office. The stylish, new main bathroom features quality contemporary finishes and a heated towel rail. From the hall, double glass panel doors open to the massive, light filled, north facing informal living area of the extension, featuring high ceilings, downlighting, fresh white décor and stylish, large floor tiles. The sensational kitchen showcases a vast, curving Corian stone island bench with breakfast bar. Feature pendant lighting is suspended from the curved bulkhead above. The scale of the kitchen easily allows for several people to enjoy preparation together. There are 900mm and 600mm stainless steel ovens, a 900mm, five burner Blanco gas cooktop and rangehood, glass splashback, an Asko stainless steel dishwasher, a roomy walk-in pantry and an endless array of soft-closing drawers. The adjacent laundry is oversized and includes a large amount of storage. A powder room and linen press are discreetly positioned near the entrance to the family room.
The kitchen has an outlook over the main, north facing entertaining deck. From the huge family and meals area, two banks of sliding doors open onto a second deck, which faces east and both have a private outlook, softly screened by shrubs and trees. The size and layout of the extension and decks guarantee relaxed entertaining for any number. Offering an enviable degree of indulgence, the fabulous master bedroom and ensuite have been designed on the grand scale and feature high ceilings, downlighting, a huge walk through robe with a private outlook to a fern garden, spa bath, double vanities and in-slab heating. Dual instantaneous hot water units service the home. Both the original home and extension are equipped with ducted gas heating and ducted reverse cycle air conditioning. The double brick construction of the original home, and solar passive design and double glazing right through the extension aid comfort and efficiency. There is internal access from the new, extra wide double garage, fitted with automatic, panel lift doors, which are made to appear consistent with the door of the original brick garage. At the rear of the double garage there is an automatic roller door allowing access to a gravelled area and garden. The new driveway offers ample additional parking. The gorgeous rear garden is private and safely enclosed. A bank of water tanks store 5,000 litres and both front and back gardens are irrigated.
The established and peaceful neighbourhood is on the doorstep of Parliament, the Lodge and all the best of inner south amenities. It is close to some of Canberra’s most well regarded schools, both private and public. This exceptional offering is an opportunity to acquire your own piece of Canberra’s history and offers everything that could be desired for relaxed, good living and memorable entertaining!
– 340m² approx of living
– Heritage listed area, constructed in 1927 and sympathetically extended in recent years
– High, batten ceilings and double brick construction in original section of the home
– Lovely timber detail on picture rails, door frames and solid timber doors in heritage section
– Polished Tasmanian Oak flooring throughout living areas and bedrooms in the original home
– Two fireplaces; slow combustion in formal lounge and an open fireplace in formal dining
– Ducted gas heating supplied through the floors in original home and extension
– Separate ducted reverse cycle systems in both original and extended areas, through ceilings
– Architect designed extension has double glazing throughout (Paul Bradley – architect)
– Sensational, oversized kitchen features Corian stone benchtops & stunning curved island bench
– Equipped with 900mm and 600mm stainless steel ovens, gas cooktop, rangehood and a dishwasher
– Palatial ensuite
– Double garage has coded, remote controlled panel lift doors and access to a huge loft
– New sewerage pipes, new driveway and new guttering
– Manual irrigation system in both front and rear gardens & water tanks with 5,000 litre capacity
– Front and rear gardens beautifully planted
Gungahlin
Belconnen
Inner North
Inner South
Woden
Weston Creek
Molonglo Valley
Tuggeranong
Queanbeyan
Jerrabomberra
and surrounds
