Top 4 open homes to inspect in Canberra and the surrounding region this weekend

When you picture your perfect world and dream home, what do you envisage?

For me it’s a minimalist gallery-style build, polished concrete floors that stretch the entire breadth of the home, matt black light fittings illuminating abstract artworks down the extra-wide corridor, grand open spaces and endless glass with maple tree views.

Every now and then a new home comes onto the market in Canberra that fine-tunes that vision and in a job like mine it happens more often than not, so ask me next week and I’d probably list the features of a quaint country-style cottage instead, similar to the Bungendore home listed below.

But for this week, it’s the light-filled Turner apartment with a larger-than-life void and the bathroom of our dreams that’s left an impression on me, and no doubt to the buyers visiting its Saturday open showing.

Keep reading on and you’ll also find a few more of the very best homes on the market in Canberra and the surrounding region.

Turner

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As part of a brand-new luxury boutique development with eight north-facing residences, townhouse no.8 of the Firenze complex is a stunning two-storey home with high ceilings and an incredible sense of light and space.

The main living area is generously sized and open plan in design with a large void and exposed river redgum hardwood beams.

The kitchen is complete with custom joinery by Pioneer Kitchens, Caesarstone island bench, white Blanco sink, Miele appliances, while the bathroom is a funky showcase of vertical feature tiling and gold fittings.

Upstairs are three bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes and two of which have windows looking into the void bringing in ample natural sunlight. Bedroom four is segregated on the ground floor with its own en suite.

Outside, there are front and rear landscaped courtyards, easily accessible via the main living area.

Price guide: $1.595 million

Private sale

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

Red Hill

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This contemporary townhouse residence has been designed for effortless indoor/outdoor living and entertaining flowing seamlessly to terraces, balconies, and a large landscaped courtyard.

The floor plan offers a selection of living spaces, clean lines, and stylish modern finishes throughout the tri-level design.

The double garage has internal access to the main living area and spacious dining area that bathes in sunlight thanks to the extensive use of glass windows.

A second living area is located at the front of the house with access to a quaint courtyard – the perfect place to sit, relax and read your favourite book.

This property is conveniently located only a short stroll to the Red Hill shops and for the outdoors type, Red Hill Nature Reserve.

Price guide: $1.299 million

Private sale

Agent: Luton Properties Manuka, Sophie Luton 0410 750 413

City

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Offering a lifestyle of sophistication and sited on one of the city’s most celebrated addresses, this 95-square-metre apartment is located on the 14th floor and promises unbeatable views of the city and beyond from the comfort of your balcony and living room.

This property is immaculately presented with quality finishes throughout, and residents can also enjoy a shared barbecue terrace, pool and gymnasium.

If you’re not in the mood to dine out at one of the city’s best restaurants below, a home-cooked meal beckons from the spacious kitchen with Caesarstone benchtops and Bosch appliances.

With reverse cycle air-conditioning and double-glazed windows, comfort is promised all year round.

Green and leafy Glebe Park provides a lush outlook, while the convenient amenity of the Canberra Centre is also only a wander away.

Price guide: $699,000 +

Private sale

Agent: McGrath North Canberra, Kris Hellier 0413 799 700

Bungendore

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A main residence and a separate cottage make up this heritage, award-winning home known as Thornleigh.

The 1880s house has been beautifully restored with the added bonus of a seamless – and extremely clever – extension. The end result is one that blends Victorian grandeur with meticulous contemporary design, surrounded by manicured gardens.

Walking through each room will transport you back in time, with stained glass windows, original Baltic pine floorboards, ornate cornice detail, colonial brickwork and the original working fireplace.

A custom spiral staircase takes you from the mezzanine to your very own turret – an ever-so-peaceful place to spend long afternoons with a cool drink in hand.

The separate cottage offers the opportunity for additional income or extra accommodation with two living areas, two bedrooms and a large timber kitchen.

Price guide: $1.45 million

Auction: 2pm, August 22

Agent: Luton Properties Gungahlin, Katrice Velnaar 0411 449 071