4 open homes in Canberra you’ll want to inspect this long weekend

If you’re on the hunt for homes to check out this long weekend, we’ve prepared a shortlist to set you in the right direction.

Forrest

5/70 Franklin Street (also pictured above)

Price guide: $1.7 million +

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

Built in 2010, this spacious townhouse is intelligently and architecturally designed for modern living.

It has zoned, ducted airconditioning, luxurious finishes such as wood, stone, glass accents and herringbone timber floors, and boasts high ceilings, natural light and loads of storage.

There are two separate, north-facing living areas, including an upstairs loft area that could easily be transformed into a home office or kids’ zone. This is especially appealing as it is just outside the two upstairs bedrooms.

Conveniently, the master bedroom is situated on the ground floor away from the potential chaos transpiring above.

The chic, minimal courtyard comes complete with a private plunge pool. In summer, take a quick dip on a hot afternoon and in winter, simply admire its beauty from inside through the enormous windows.

Auction: 1pm, June 1

Agent: Peter Blackshaw City & Inner North, Tony Trpeski 0413 168 733

City

703/21 Marcus Clarke Street

Price guide: $1.45 million

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

This top-floor penthouse represents a rare opportunity for the astute purchaser to secure an example of Canberra’s finest apartment living.

Located in the award-winning and very tightly held boutique building, NewActon East, the lifestyle on offer is sensational. Lively amenities are conveniently at your doorstep – coffee, food, wine, film, fitness, academia, business and more.

Apartment 703 occupies a prime corner position, giving the living area morning sun and cross-ventilation.

All rooms flow out onto a balcony via floor-to-ceiling, double-glazed sliding doors. The deck runs the full length of the penthouse, making it perfect for outdoor entertaining and taking in the panoramic views.

Designed by Fender Katsalidis, the complex was completed in 2008 and the stunning facade still turns heads today.

Private sale

Agent: Boris Property, Boris Teodorowych 0402 907 182

Macquarie

5/5 Wylde Place

Price guide: $975,000 +

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

This home is the only single-level design within the Folia Collective, a boutique development of just five residences.

A brand-new build that is completely free-standing, it’s located in an established quiet pocket of Macquarie surrounded by nature and parkland.

Its design has been curated to the highest of standards with carefully thought-out design principles which enhance everyday living without compromising on space, location and lifestyle.

There are also two sun-drenched private courtyards.

If you happen to miss the auction, the remaining four townhouses in the development will be hitting the market soon under private treaty.

Auction: 11am, June 1

Agent: LJ Hooker Belconnen, Adam Hudina 0412 382 501

Moncrieff

30 Slim Dusty Circuit

Price guide: $950,000 +

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 6 car spaces

A rare find, this Hamptons-inspired home is in a class of its own, offering multiple living and dining areas with high ceilings and elegant French shutters which complement the floor-to-ceiling windows.

You are connected to the landscaped gardens through a large al fresco area and double doors.

The home has been built over a total of 359.5 square metres and its highlights include a charming front porch that greets guests upon entry, as well as a private balcony to be enjoyed by the master bedroom.

Auction: 2pm, June 1

Agent: Hive Property, Josh Morrissey 0437 799 234