Top 4 open homes to inspect in Canberra this weekend

Make an appointment to explore our list of must-inspect properties this week across Canberra.

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

 

Macarthur

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If you’re not ready for some throwback ’70s design, then avert your eyes and stay away from the elevated hills of Macarthur. If you’re still with us and adore a sunken living room, an at-home movie theatre and high, timber-clad ceilings then have we got the home of the week for you.

Not only does 93 Jackie Howe Crescent have gorgeous, panoramic views of the Canberra mountains, but it also backs onto a nature reserve and boasts an expansive block that’s well over 1300 square metres. Talk about a restful retreat.

Across three versatile levels, you’ll find beautifully renovated spaces that have taken this southern gem into the 21st century.

The central living wing astounds with a freestanding feature fireplace that looks like it’s been pulled from the set of The Jetsons, and sloping ceilings fitted with glass louvre skylights.

The master suite features unique angular tile work, a walk-through robe and a private deck with glass balustrades where you can sit and watch the cotton-candy sunsets in peace.

Price guide: $950,000 +

Auction: 2pm, March 27

Agent: Maria Selleck Properties, Maria Selleck 0417 258 803

 

Duffy

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From the warm beachy tones and crisp white interiors to the stunning finishes and lush gardens, every inch of this home is impressive.

Positioned in a quiet loop street with mature gardens providing wonderful privacy, this sun-drenched and chic family home offers a contemporary design with free-flowing interiors.

The open-plan lounge and dining area is a welcoming space ideal for enjoying indoor-outdoor living with the sunny front balcony at one end and the paved rear entertaining area at the other.

Tasmanian oak flooring creates a connection between the two living spaces, and the family room features raked ceilings and large windows.

The kitchen is a centrally located and functional yet beautiful space, with stone benchtops, a large island bench and a catalogue of Smeg appliances, while the window splashback provides a view of the garden.

Price guide: $1.05 million +

Auction: 10am, March 27

Agent: Luton Properties Weston Creek & Molonglo Valley, Tim & Justine Burke 0411 878 587

Hughes

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Perched above Kent street – a stone’s throw from one of the iconic Clem Cummings bus stops – is this quaint duplex, complete with breeze blocks, original balustrades and character features.

The modernist influence echoes throughout open-plan living spaces with a central stair and a floor plan that flows across two levels.

The kitchen and dining areas have been updated and include plenty of storage and bench space, and a wealth of natural light thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows.

Seamless indoor-outdoor living is made possible via the sliding doors that lead to a private and shaded courtyard with mature gardens.

Other features of the home include spacious bedrooms, an updated bathroom and a downstairs laundry with external access.

Price guide: $900,000 +

Auction: 7pm, March 25

Agent: Home.byholly, Holly Komorowski 0434 973 987

Yarralumla

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In a richly planted garden setting and opposite reserve, this gorgeous single-level family home is of generous proportions.

A spacious entry hall welcomes you home and leads to a large study, stylish formal lounge and dining rooms, and the kitchen with Miele appliances.

Unwind in the family room by the fireplace and soak in the northerly aspect of the gardens from here. Or if you’re in one of the four bedrooms, kitchen or lounge room, a view towards the stunning yard is promised.

Entertaining is made easy at this property, thanks to the substantial backyard for the kids to run wild and a generous deck for the adults to play too. An extra treat is the cubby house.

The property also features rooftop solar panels, an automated dripper system to the garden and two large rainwater tanks

Price guide: Circa $2 million

Auction: 1pm, March 27

Agent: Berkely Residential, Bill Lyristakis 0418 626 593