Seven homes on the market with pools to help you make the most of summer

Canberra has been experiencing a shift to warmer weather during the last few weeks, and with limited time left before summer well and truly kicks in, the time is now to buy a property with a pool. 

Despite the rain the capital has experienced over the springtime, there is a definite end in sight – and there is truly nothing better than jumping into a cold pool on a dry, hot Canberra summer’s day. 

So while you sit and dream about your summer escape to the coast, here are seven homes on the market in Canberra to take the edge off on those hot days. 

Red Hill

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In the highly sought-after location of Red Hill lies this property, with a heated spa and a pool complete with a waterfall. 

The pool is located within an outdoor area perfect for entertaining guests, so you can enjoy those hot summer nights with extended family and friends too. 

Auction: 10am, November 12

Agent: LJ Hooker Manuka, Stephen Thompson 0418 626 254

Duffy

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For the lovers of all things sport, this one’s for you. 

This home in Duffy not only has a pool but also a small putting green next to it, so you can work on your stroke and backstroke within metres of each other. 

Auction: 10am, November 12

Agent: Independent Woden, Mark Wolens 0418 632 711

Kaleen

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The saltwater pool at this Kaleen home is perfect for a family group, or anyone looking to make the most of having somewhere to completely relax. 

With a parents’ retreat in the upstairs main bedroom, the whole family will love what this home has to offer. 

Auction: 10.30am, November 12

Agent: Blackshaw Manuka, Christine Bassingthwaighte 0428 139 969

Kambah

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Surrounded by landscaped gardens and overlooking the Murrumbidgee Country Club sits this Kambah home’s in-ground saltwater pool. 

With al fresco entertainment in mind, this home is another that will allow any buyer to make the most of the hot summer nights. 

Auction: 11am, November 12

Agent: Luton Properties Weston Creek and Molonglo Valley, Tim and Justine Burke 0411 878 587

Crace

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Have you held back from buying a property with a pool because of the cleaning and maintenance responsibilities that come with it? 

That will not be a problem with this Crace property; the eight-metre pool is not just solar-heated but is also self-cleaning. 

Auction: 3pm, November 19

Agent: MARQ Property, Sam Taylor 0451 158 887

Higgins

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This home in Higgins also has a self-cleaning pool, this time above ground and surrounded by a timber deck.

Fitting perfectly into the garden of this single-level family home, a covered patio will make outdoor entertaining that much more worry-free in any weather. 

Private sale

Agent: Agent Team Canberra, Steve Lowe 0414 720 532

Gowrie

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Nestled among the bushes in the backyard of this Gowrie home is a circular in-ground pool that brings to mind hotel retreats in Queensland. 

Enjoy your privacy in this tucked-away property, which also has an outdoor entertaining area close to the pool. 

Auction: 9.15am, November 12

Agent: Hayman Partners, Chris Hetherington 0422 636 353