Home of the week: A winning renovation in Pearce

 89 Parkhill Street, Pearce
$1.2 million-plus
4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5 car spaces

This renovated house in Pearce was a finalist in the 2009 Housing Industry Association awards and it’s easy to see why.

The two-storey property is nestled beneath Mount Taylor and features striking natural materials, including some from the region.

The renovation shines in the open-plan living areas where solid timber floors provide a classic, warm touch.

The kitchen features spotted gum cabinetry, Miele appliances including two ovens and a built-in microwave, 40 millimetre granite benchtops and an island bench and breakfast bar.

It overlooks the family area and flows through glass doors to a large, covered alfresco area with a striking Murrumbateman bluestone fireplace and a backdrop of greenery.

The spacious dining and living area is tucked behind the kitchen and features splashes of dark blue-gray and a fireplace. It opens onto a separate balcony with views across the valley.

The timber theme flows beautifully thought the house, including in the master suite, from the window frames to the bathroom’s cabinetry.

The main bedroom features a walk-in wardrobe, an en suite with a seamless glass shower and double vanity unit, and access to a private courtyard.

Two other bedrooms on this floor have walk-in robes, and the main bathroom across the hall includes a seamless glass shower and built-in bath.

The lower level offers multiple, flexible rooms. An extra living area with a kitchenette connects to a fourth bedroom and another lovely en suite, providing the perfect guest retreat.

There’s also a separate, large rumpus room or home office, a laundry with plenty of storage, and the double garage with internal access.

A professionally landscaped yard with hedges, Murrumbateman bluestone walls and a carport complete the package.

Double glazing throughout, speakers in multiple living areas, under-tile heating in the three bathrooms and laundry, gas heating and cooling, and a garden irrigation system are among the hidden features.

Auction: Saturday, April 29 at 1pm, onsite. Inspect: Saturday, from 11.45am-12.30pm. Agent: Jonathan Charles, Independent Property Group, 0413 909 158

We love: The use of timber and bluestone makes this impressive renovation shine.

Need to know: The highest recorded sale in Pearce in the past 12 months was $1.44 million for 18 Besant Street in November. Recent sales: $1,305,000 for 20 Blackburn Street in December; $1.05 million for 31 Parkhill Street in February, and $970,000 for 81 Parkhill Street in February.

Surrounding area: Pearce is in southern Woden next to Mount Taylor Nature Reserve. The suburb is home to its own shops and schools including Marist College Canberra, Melrose High School and Sacred Heart Primary School. The Mawson shops and Woden Town Centre are a short drive away.