Open for inspection: The best properties to see in Canberra this weekend

If you are on the home hunting circuit this weekend, these are Allhomes’ top 3 picks for your perusal.

Aranda

16 Araba Place (also pictured above)

$1.4 million +

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car space

Designed in 1970 by award-winning architects Roger and Anthony Pegrum, this mid-century home has a solar passive orientation with most of the living areas and the main suite facing north.

The split-level design and soaring raked ceilings pay homage to the time it was built while the suspended fireplace offers a cosy and comfortable social centre for the home.

The large segregated main suite is a major attraction with its picture window overlooking the gardens, and from the en suite you will enjoy floor-to-ceiling windows looking out into a light-filled, private atrium garden.

Discreetly positioned in one of Aranda’s most private hillside cul-de-sacs, the home is perfect for families who love the outdoors with close access to Aranda Bushland Reserve, neighbouring Mount Painter and Black Mountain Reserve.

Expressions of interest: close 5pm, October 17

Agent: Belle Property Kingston, Amy Wilson 0405 130 332

Brindabella

308/2 Brindabella Valley Road

$1.6 million

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

This original historic homestead is set on 40 hectares and offers a unique opportunity for farming and tourism.

It has almost two kilometres of river frontage and is surrounded by nature reserves and national parks including Namadgi, Kosciusko, Bimberi and Brindabella.

The home has a charming yellow facade with green window frames which echo inside to the interiors. A fireplace in the living area oozes a sense of cosiness and character.

On the estate are also three additional cottages and sheds, including the original woolshed.

The property provides plenty of agricultural potential and versatility, it’s also located in a good rainfall area.

Canberra is 1 hour and 2o minute by car and it’s also close to the unspoilt valley of Tumut.

Private sale

Agent: Century 21 City Walk Canberra, Brian Nancarrow 6163 0888

Reid

23 Elimatta Street

$1.6 million +

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 car space

Set in a quiet street, this charming and extended 1926 character home enjoys a prestigious address just moments from the heart of the city.

It has a warm and welcoming atmosphere with an elegant front portico, colonial windows, two private courtyards and English-style gardens.

The home is also bathed in natural light and both the large formal living room and spacious kitchen open out through patio doors to a delightful courtyard perfect for al fresco dining.

Outside, the garden plantings are a highlight including hedging, established trees to the rear and a pink flowering blossom tree at the front.

Auction: 11am, October 26

Agent: Luton Properties Dickson, Aniko and Peter Carey 0429 487 939