Top 4 homes to inspect in Canberra this weekend

Wherever you are in your property journey, we hope these top picks spark some inspiration.

 

Deakin

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Positioned in old Deakin, with Parliament House’s iconic flag peering over its rooftop is the dazzling home at 3/10 Canterbury Crescent. 

To give you some perspective of how prominent its location is, the expansive outdoor garden looks over the cherry blossom trees on the lawns of The Lodge, meaning your neighbour is, quite literally, the prime minister of Australia.

Regardless of your political opinions, you can’t dispute that the home is nothing short of a sanctuary, with flawless craftsmanship, spacious rooms at every angle – including ceilings higher than three metres – and luxe aesthetics with the finest finishes.

Extra frills come in many forms, including “The Parlour” – a swanky name for a multipurpose room that could double as a media room, formal sitting room or kids’ play area – as well as the en suites that accompany each bedroom with stunning finishes like “kit kat” mosaic tiles and brass tapware. 

The courtyard is built specifically for entertaining, with built-in speakers and a custom-built kitchen with a stone benchtop, a lockable double-door fridge and a built-in five-burner barbecue.

Price guide: $2.95 million

Auction: 10am, March 25

Agent: Independent Inner North & City, Chris Uren 0407 466 199

 

Isabella Plains

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Nestled amongst established gardens on a quiet cul-de-sac is 17 Balala Place, where a 698-square-metre block means space is no concern, and all that’s left to do is move in and call it your own.

The renovated kitchen is fitted with a Smeg cooktop and oven, a Miele dishwasher, shaker-style cabinets and an expansive island benchtop for the spread of your dreams.

From here, it spills to an open-plan dining area with a fireplace and a living area that’s bathed in natural light thanks to large French windows.

The bathroom and laundry are in original condition with the opportunity for the new home owners to add their own touch.

Other features include an enclosed backyard with a garden shed and a double-car garage.

Price guide: High $700,000s

Auction: 10am, April 1

Agent: The Property Collective, Jacob Stanton 0499 999 734

Yarralumla

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This is a home where there is room for everyone to gather or retreat to their own space.

It has four spacious bedrooms – including the main – a kitchen with a walk-in pantry and a garage with a workshop next to it.

A loft studio at the rear of the house comes with its own en suite and kitchenette, perfect as a teenager’s retreat.

Price guide: $3 million+

Auction: 5.30pm, April 5

Agent: Belle Property Canberra, Alexander Smout 0421 148 706

Griffith

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Located in the blue-ribbon Inner South is 11 Bremer Street, a home that provides endless entertainment options for family and friends – including a library or rumpus room, a media room and an open-plan living and dining space.

From here, it spills out to an al fresco space fitted with an outdoor kitchen, bar fridge and burner, overlooking the pool.

To the rear of the home is the spacious master suite that enjoys its own walk-in wardrobe and en suite, and has a great view towards the backyard and lush gardens.

Price guide: $3 million+

Auction: 1.30pm, April 1

Agent: Blackshaw Manuka, Christine Shaw 0405 135 009