'Guests are going to love being invited around': Inside stunning Forde entertainer

There’s something calming about a water view that adds to the lifestyle feel of any home, which is why those outlooks are so sought-after.

When it comes to water, size doesn’t matter. It doesn’t have to be an endless ocean, a sweeping river or a lake the size of a suburb.

A pond does the job just as well, and that’s the case at 8 Laird Crescent in Forde, which has one right in front of the house.

Its water view certainly promotes a sense of tranquility, and that feeling continues throughout this modernist-influenced four-bedroom home that sits on a little more than 600 square metres.

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8 Laird Crescent, Forde ACT 2914

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It presents from the street as a pleasing series of interlocking squares and rectangles, finished in render and cladding with a neutral palette.

Inside, the minimalist colour scheme continues through a floor plan that offers plenty of style along with entertaining and lifestyle options.

Theo Koutsikamanis of the Bastion Property Group says the home blends great design with quality finishes.

“It really is timeless – it’s a home with great presence in a great location, and it really offers everything a family, couple or downsizer could need,” he says.

Off the entry foyer is a main-bedroom suite that is privately located well away from the minor bedrooms.

This generous parents’ retreat offers a fitted “his and hers” walk-through wardrobe that leads into an irresistibly moody en suite with dark grey floor-to-ceiling tiles.

The entry passageway then offers a soundproofed home theatre on one side that has an integrated full entertainment system and offers the ultimate in-home cinema experience.

Koutsikamanis says the new owners will enjoy those extra luxuries, and their movie nights may never be the same.

“It’s a totally different experience in a custom, soundproofed theatre room – it may be hard to go back to the cinema after that,” he says.

Opposite is a spacious work-from-home office that would likely be multi-purposed for homework.

Next stop – the kitchen, family and dining zone.

The sleek two-toned kitchen offers a stone benchtop and large breakfast bar, Bosch appliances and a generous walk-in pantry.

The adjacent dining and living area boast an open-plan design and flow seamlessly onto the covered entertaining area.

Three minor bedrooms are located beyond the main hub and share a family bathroom with a bath.

Comfort throughout the home is delivered through ducted heating and cooling, and double-glazed windows.

The tech includes network cabling and an alarm system with swipe-card access.

“The list of features is nearly endless, while the security and other tech combine to deliver safety and peace of mind,” Koutsikamanis says.

But, he adds, this home’s story is really only just getting started, and potential buyers will love the outdoor entertaining experience.

“Al fresco living in this home is next-level, all under roof, with everything you need for year-round outdoor entertaining,” Koutsikamanis says. “This is topped off by a very inviting pool.”

There’s a barbecue station, built-in sink, TV and ceiling fan, as well as a great view over the immaculately landscaped gardens.

For vehicles and other big toys, there’s also a double garage with access to attic storage and a secure carport.

The home is conveniently located only a short distance from Mulligans Flat Nature Reserve and all the recreational options it offers.

Koutsikamanis says 8 Laird Crescent presents the complete package.

“This is a place that you can really imagine living in,” he says. “Guests are going to love being invited around for movie nights or a barbecue and pool party. This is a home that has it all.”