Top 4 homes in Canberra, Goulburn and the South Coast to inspect this weekend

I don’t know about you, but my Christmas break was a touch mundane; very domestic and utterly delightful. Of course, Christmas with loved ones and catching up with friends was lovely, but productive days at home stand out as some of the best.

It seems I’m not alone – at our first meeting of 2022, the Allhomes team counted highlights like a “life-changing” new vacuum cleaner, DIY projects and gardening among the beach getaways and family reunions.

In a world that’s unpredictable, spending time on improving or updating our homes feels constructive and soothing.

Personally, I upgraded my bedroom with a new linen bedhead, spent an inordinate amount of time assembling furniture for our nursery and did the kind of deep-cleaning that I don’t usually squeeze into the working week.

I can’t get enough home inspiration at the moment – and I hope the same rings true for you because there’s plenty in our first top picks of 2022. 

O’Connor

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This architecturally striking four-bedroom home is designed by Heyward Lance Architect with Department of Design crafted interiors.

The lounge room features a soaring ceiling void, floor-to-ceiling windows and a gas fireplace, while the large kitchen has luxury appliances, including a Smeg induction cooktop.

The entire open living space has timber flooring and designer fixtures, fittings and lighting. Behind the kitchen is an additional lounge or theatre room with an adjoining bedroom and bathroom.

Upstairs is a further three bedrooms, including a large main with a generous walk-in wardrobe and en suite. Outside is a covered al fresco area that overlooks the landscaped garden.

Price guide: $1.95 million +

Private sale

Agent: HIVE Property, Matt Shipard 0408 218 179

Pearce

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This Willemsen-designed townhouse has stunning architectural details including high pitched ceilings and a curved floating staircase leading to a mezzanine level, perfect for a study or second lounge.

The passive solar design ensures sun-filled living in winter while keeping the home cool over the warmer months.

The home is filled with light and also features cedar finishes.

The property is conveniently positioned, backing onto parkland where you can enjoy a short walk to the local shops. It’s also only a two-minute drive to Westfield Woden.

Price guide: $880,000 +

Auction: 12.30pm, January 28

Agent: One Agency Scott Crossman, Scott Crossman 0417 292 733

Goulburn

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Built in the early 1900s, this large family home has retained period features including high ornate ceilings, an original led light window, picture rails and a slow combustion fireplace.

It’s tastefully renovated, with a large modern kitchen that includes a double oven and a large island counter with storage.

The property is fit for a growing family thanks to the six bedrooms, of which three have built-in wardrobes.

Other features of the home include a Bose surround sound system in one of the two living areas, a solar-heated pool, a triple car garage and 21,000-litres of water storage.

Price guide: $1.4 million +

Auction: 11am, February 4

Agent: Ray White Goulburn, Justin Gay 0429 795 507

Mollymook Beach

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As soon as they’re given the opportunity, Canberrans flock to the shorelines of the NSW south coast – as evidenced by the recent summer holidays, when not a vacant Airbnb could be found. 

There’s something completely re-energising about the area.

The home at 106 Bannister Head Road is your opportunity to permanently immerse yourself in this blissful tranquillity. Set on a northern clifftop, its leafy outlook over the sapphire ocean is as good as it gets. Even the water seems to wink at you as it sparkles in the sunlight. 

Enjoy the vistas from the spacious open-plan living area with large expanses of glass that take perfect advantage of the cool ocean breeze. Or invite the family around for a barbecue on either of the private outdoor decks with adjoining reserve space in which the kids can run and play. 

Price guide: $4 million-$4.4 million

Forthcoming auction

Agent: Raine & Horne Mollymook/Milton, Ben Pryde 0410 324 209