A rare dual dwelling property with existing scope to separately title. Very large (1480sm) land parcel close to Canberra Centre (although quiet and private) and two blocks from the new Founders Lane precinct. Original 3-bedroom character cottage improved and extended. Quality cabinetry - kitchen cupboards and master built-in wardrobe. Period style bathroom. Open plan kitchen with original walk in pantry joins dining room with open fireplace. The room is flooded with light from double aspect French doors, to balcony on one side and large deck on other. Extension beyond dining to light filled double aspect family room (or possible fourth bedroom with ensuite). This home has central heating as well as gas heater fitted in original fireplace in living room. There is a large garden beyond the deck with room for access at side and with established trees and off-street parking.
At the back of the block is a modern solar passive three room building with its own large private garden. This modern property has high ceilings, under floor heating, ceiling fans and French doors on both sides. It has a wonderful aspect, privacy and is well designed and built. The accommodation includes the same superb quality bespoke cabinetry to the kitchen, family room (full length cupboards) and bathroom. There is a good size bedroom with double French doors to both sides. The living room has the same double French doors each side and large open designed kitchen and family room again with double French doors leading out from each side of the room.
This home has a veranda along one side and private garden area and on the other side, and includes two car accommodations and two good size store rooms one with wine storage.
The land is level with mature trees and roses out the front. Both homes are light filled, with quality cabinetry, one with old world charm and the other a modern solar passive charmer in its own right, with indoor outdoor living.
Near level 1486m2 parcel near Canberra CBD
Extended 3/4 bedroom cottage
Private self-contained second residence at rear
Existing ability for sub division (dual occupancy)
Ample off street parking for each home
Close proximity to:
Canberra Centre
New Founders Lane development
Lake Burley Griffin
Braddon cafes and shopping
Ainslie Primary School
