Cover property: Lush garden a highlight of Yarralumla home in leafy street

Classic lines and a parterre-influenced garden design define this distinctive Yarralumla residence in leafy Newman Street.

The privacy of this three-bedroom, three-bathroom home is further enhanced by a sought-after location that faces a wooded reserve.

A northern orientation ensures the home takes advantage of the winter warmth, while inspired architectural design ensures plenty of natural light.

The two-storey home was originally built for respected Canberra builder Louis Poxleitner and his uncompromising commitment to quality in construction and finishes is evident throughout.

This achievement saw the residence recognised in the May 2011 edition of Australian House and Garden magazine.

The lower level open-plan design features spacious living areas around a central kitchen, two bedrooms – both with bathrooms – and a study with access to a double garage. Upstairs is the private master suite with walk-through robes and a luxury bathroom.

An undoubted highlight of this stylish residence is the carefully-designed gardens – front and back. Tightly-pruned hedging and symmetrical plantings are connected by grey paving and complemented by potted topiary and a careful selection of trees.

YARRALUMLA

11 NEWMAN STREET

PRICE GUIDE: $2 million-plus EER: 5.0

AUCTION: Saturday, June 3, 10am on site

AGENTS: Sophie and Richard Luton, Luton Properties Manuka, 0410 750 413, 0418 697 844

INSPECT: Saturday, May 27, 12.30pm-1.15pm