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home.by holly

Tenille Paul

Holly Komorowski

Within honeyed timber floors stretch to meet crisp white walls, the whole apartment awash with sunlight, warming the interior, creating light and shadow, as it moves throughout the day. The open plan kitchen and living spilling to the enclosed winter garden or sun room, suspending you within the epic cityscape. 

Connecting the modern urban, with the historic garden vernacular, and the iconography of the bush, The Mark, extends the perfect blend of dynamic, inner-city living, with suburban feel, and immersion in nature. Nestled between the CBD and Braddon, flanked by Gorman House and the Canberra Centre, sheltered by Mount Ainslie, and looking out to the historic suburb of Reid, 501. serves up a diverse range of experiences. Walk to a myriad of shopping, dining, entertainment options, stroll to the local markets, ride or walk within reserve, it's all at your doorstep. 

This stunning three-bedroom apartment is housed within the Founders Lane development, a vibrant inner-city precinct, that combines, residential, commercial and community spaces. With a range of cafes, quirky pop-up's, rooftop barbecue, shared herb garden, private residence lounge and a connecting series of central courtyards, there are a variety of spaces to retreat or connect. Sit with friends on the architecturally designed seating, enjoying the public art on display, celebrate the city skyline with champagne, read beneath the shade of the American Elm. 

The calm, neutral palette is enhanced beautifully by the combo of tones, textures - white on white, timber, stone, soft carpets, grey ceramics - furthering the felt sense of spaciousness and ease. Attention to detail is evident at every turn, from the stone worktops, Smeg appliances, ample storage including built-in-robes to all three bedrooms, to the waterfall showers and heated towel racks. 

Arranged in a generous open plan, incorporating a study nook, the social domain is privileged by a fabulous transparency. Glass sliders can be flung open, expanding the living space to the outdoor room. Think entertaining, the table set for plenty, a feeling of being suspended within the landscape, the twinkling of emerging city lights.

The master has a wall of glass welcoming light and aspect, opens onto the winter garden and enjoys a private ensuite bathroom. Sequestered on the opposing side are two generous bedrooms that connect to a luxe family bathroom with twin basins, roomy glass shower. Bedroom two also faces north and floats within the skyline, connecting directly to the central, sunlit garden room. Both bathrooms are finished in wall-to-ceiling tiling in an organic palette of textured grey and warm oak.

The apartment is positioned on the cusp of the city, within Braddon and alongside Reid, Ainslie and just a few steps from the Canberra Centre. This whole inner-north locale is synonymous with an array of the finest eating, dining, entertainment options. It is a few steps to Gorman House Arts centre, an easy stroll to the Lonsdale scene and seconds from all the offerings of the CBD. There is a surrounding of heritage suburbs, green spaces, including the walking and biking trails within Mt Ainslie reserve. The home is also close to the ANU, the light rail and the metro city station, connecting you to the whole of Canberra. 


.features
.sundrenched three-bedroom apartment in central Braddon
.quiet oak lined street moments from the city
.stunning elevated views
.open plan kitchen and living merging to winter garden room
.study nook
.timber flooring
.walls of glass welcoming northern light
.large bright kitchen with stone benchtops, mirrored splashback, banks of cabinetry and quality appliances from Smeg, including double microwave and oven combi and dishwasher
.plumbed fridge space
.sequestered master bedroom with wall of windows, spilling to winter garden, walk-thru-robe and ensuite bathroom 
.bedroom two with wall of glazing, built-in-robe and opening to winter garden
.bedroom three with built-in-robe
.family bathroom with twin basins and large rain shower
.both bathrooms finished in floor-to-ceiling tilling with heated floors and towel racks
.carpet to all bedrooms
.European laundry
.ducted RC air conditioning
.LBNCo ready
.rooftop communal area with barbecue
.secure basement parking for two cars with storage shed
.excellent location, moments from The Canberra Centre and the Braddon precinct
.surrounded by parkland and an easy stroll to Mt Ainslie Reserve
.close to a variety of schools and the ANU
.handy to the light rail and public transport

FINE DETAILS (all approximate):

EER: 6
Living size: 94m2
winter garden size: 11m2
Total size:  105m2

Rates: $1,807.70 pa
Land tax: $2,016.02 pa (investors only)

Body corporate:
Admin $1,042.09pq
Sinking $211.86 pq
Total $1,253.95pq

Rental estimate $800 pw

inner.light

Seeing the sun falling into the kitchen in the mornings, an outlook to the sparkling water of the pool, drifting to elevated deck fresh coffee in hand. This gorgeous three-bedder is both quintessential Ainslie cottage and fresh Hamptons meets coastal holiday vibe, right in the heart of the city.
 
Life in Ainslie is a peaceful cocoon, full of vintage parklands, meandering bush trails, and the easy communal atmosphere of the local shops. But you can also throw yourself into the bustle of the nearby city, the vibing Braddon precinct, all the colourful happenings, the myriad of shopping, eating and drinking experiences.
 
Ebden is a wide street lined with age-old oak trees and no.93 sits directly across from Hoddle Gardens, with long views from the front lawns to the pretty blossom trees that dot the parkland. It is an easy stroll down to the local shops and never far from the peace of Mt Ainslie Reserve.
 
Set back behind an expanse of soft lawn the home paints a pretty picture – painted white with a red brick trim, timber casement windows, pitched terracotta roof and a sheltered side porch. We love the garden gate, central brick path that circles a weeping cheery tree, the soft blue curve of the original portico and the Art Deco house numbers to match. A driveway ushers to a gated carport and there is sheltered entry directly into the side of the home where a beautifully appointed mudroom is the place for taking off boots and coats.
 
Formal entry is via the porch and the stained glass door, in rich blushes of peach and pink. The original pine floors shine underfoot, stretching to meet white-washed walls, as high ceilings keep things airy and light. Beautiful vintage features have been preserved –timber fireplace, picture rails and the old school brick alcove that once housed the cooker. All this vintage charm melds effortlessly to the brand new, as living and dining opens onto a sleek modern kitchen and bankable glass doors capture the sparkling pool.
 
A study in white, with seamless cabinetry and stone worktops, the kitchen manages a soft feminine allure, despite its minimalism. Perhaps it's the elegant glass pendant, like dew drops suspended above the central island, or the retro inspired Smeg Victoria double oven and gas hob, in soft creamy white, or the pretty mosaic tiled splashback. There are two integrated fridges and double drawer dishwasher from Fisher & Paykel, adding to the luxe amenity. Warmed by sunshine, grounded in openness, this lovely hub is the place to gather, doors flung open to breezes off the pool and the perfect alfresco lifestyle, shared with family and friends.
 
Floor to ceiling tiling in warm organic tones, mimicking the colours of the nearby bush meets crisp white ceilings and floating vanity, within the jack-and-jill ensuite bathroom.
And beyond the master bedroom…views straight onto the pool, a cleverly designed walk-in-robe and delicate glass chandelier.
 
Two additional bedrooms centre around the original bathroom with tub, finished in crisp white with a pop of Victorian deep pink. Both bedrooms have large windows that frame garden views and mirrored built-in-robes in a combo of white and gold. Both also feature artful glass pendant lights, concordant with the considered and finessed styling that imbues the entire home.
 
Spanning the full-length of the pool is an expansive garage conversion. There is a living combined dining area large enough to lend itself to the imagination – inter-generational living, Airbnb, epic parties, yoga classes, fully equipped gym, home office, creative studio... Beyond a bedroom captures a tonne of natural light and there is an elegantly appointed modern bathroom. Muntin French doors can be opened to the fresh air off the garden and the water, celebrating the restorative nature of welcoming the outside in.
 
Ainslie shops are well-loved for Edgar's Gastro pub, the award-winning IGA and the hatted Pilot restaurant. The dynamic Dickson and Braddon precincts, serve up a cornucopia of eateries, cafes and bars. The home is close to transport including light rail, providing fast links to all of Canberra. There are a choice of great schools, including the ANU and it is a mere 10 minutes to the CBD by car.
 
 
features.
 
.beautifully renovated original Ainslie cottage
.set on a large block with established gardens and sparkling swimming pool
.lovely combo of old and new
.high ceilings, picture rails, timber fireplace
.paired-back palette of crisp white with warm timber floorboards
.airy and elegant living area combined dining space
.mudroom with banks of Hamptons style cabinetry and window seat
.stunning modern kitchen with seamless white cabinetry, central island, stone worktops, porcelain recessed sink, Smeg Victoria combi-oven and gas hob, two integrated fridges, Fisher & Paykel double drawer dishwasher
.bankable glass doors opening to elevated deck overlooking the pool
.swimming pool with glass fence and additional decking to one side
.master bedroom with walk-in-robe and ensuite bathroom
.two additional bedrooms with built-in-robes
.family bathroom with bathtub
.expansive converted garage space (approved as a garage not as a habitable space)
.internal laundry with separate additional toilet
.hydronic heating
.RC air-conditioning unit
.ceiling fans
.fan light in bedroom two
.across from heritage Hoddle Gardens
.moments from Ainslie shops
.easy stroll to Mt Ainslie reserve
.a stone's throw from the dynamic Dickson and Braddon precincts
.close to transport including light rail, providing fast links to all of Canberra
convenient to many good schools including the ANU
.a mere 10 minutes to the CBD by car.

FINE DETAILS (all approximate):

Land size: 836 m2
Build size: 115 m2 
EER: 0.0
Zoning: RZ1

Build year: 1940

Rates: $5,394 pa
Land tax: $9,994 pa (investors only)
UV: $1,100,000 (2024)

*Please note, some areas of this property listed above are unapproved, please refer to the sales contract.

cute.cottage

This beautiful 40s home has been lovingly restored and extended, creating the perfect balance of spaces, forging a wonderful connection to the outdoors. A restrained approach honours the home's historical charms, showcasing preserved vintage details and engendering a grounded and calm escape from the nearby bustling city.

Ideally placed on the city side of Ainslie, the home is just moments from the Braddon precinct, a stone's throw from the CBD. You can see Mt Ainslie from the back deck and there is a surrounding of green spaces, including the endless trails of the Reserve. The classic red brick form with terracotta roof, sitting low…enveloped and held by immaculate and well-tended gardens.

The materiality sings with the soft notes of solid  timber joinery, earthy spotted gum floors and delicately patterned carpets. Lovely details speak of the past – bakelite and brass fixtures, timber pelmets, patterned glass and vintage drop pendant lighting. Beautifully built fixed timber joinery, including an elegant cocktail bar, feature within the combined living and dining, where life is celebrated around the original hearth, now set with a gas fireplace. 

The kitchen has been updated while still relishing the charm of a bygone era. Cobalt blue tiling pops against timber worktops, as banks of cabinetry marry with a wall of open shelving for perfectly curated crockery and glassware. Workspace and oven are perfectly integrated within the original cooking hearth, complete with timber mantle. While adjacent, a renovated laundry room, seamlessly incorporates a floor-to-ceiling pantry. 

There is a sense of intimacy and balance to the entire home, as high ceilings and light dappled rooms centre around the central family hub. A thoughtful extension has created a serene master retreat. There is an airy bedroom, modern bathroom and sunny living area, spilling to an elevated deck. Built-in-robes in solid ash, feel concordant with the original cottage, while we love the dark theme of the ensuite, its unapologetic modernity. 

The original cottage houses serene bedrooms that capture leafy views and cluster around the original bathroom with separate toilet. Here the signature timber joinery works its magic, as picture rails and built-in-robes feel historically rich. The bathroom has been updated and is simply appointed in crisp white set against preserved floor mosaics, in classic hues.

A delight of deciduous trees welcome light in winter and gift welcome shade during the hotter months. The magical gardens are a dreamy mix of natives, perennials, fruiting trees, with a bounty of home grown vegetables. Emerald green lawns wrap around the home, set against retaining walls in red brick, to match the house. It is the kind of garden you want to meander within, enjoying the dappled light, the shadow patterned grass, discovering secret alfresco nooks, all perfectly arranged for communion and retreat. 

Ideally housed on the city side of Ainslie, the home manages an enviable "5 minutes from everywhere" connectivity. Dash to Majura Park and the Airport, connect with the vital Braddon scene, immerse yourself within all the happenings of the CBD or explore the ever-changing Dickson precinct. The house is within walking distance to the city, the Ainslie shops, well-loved for Edgar's Gastro pub and the award-winning IGA, 200 metres to the walking and biking trails of Mt Ainslie Reserve. Close to transport including the light rail, providing fast links to all of Canberra, the home is also convenient to many good schools including the ANU. It is a mere 5 minutes to the CBD by car. 


features.
.gorgeous renovated and extended classic Ainslie cottage
.three bedrooms, two living areas and two bathrooms
.double Canberra red-brick 40s cottage with extension added in 2005
.terracotta tiling
.ideally place on a wide tree-lined street on the city side of Ainslie
.deep frontage with green hedges, shady Chinese elm, grove of roses and mix of ground covers and plantings
.welcoming foyer with coat cupboard
.beautiful spotted gum flooring and soft carpeting
.high ceilings, picture rails, solid ash doors and joinery
.generous living combined dining room with bespoke fixed cabinetry
.beautifully preserved vintage details – bakelite and brass door handles, patterned glass and pendant lighting
.renovated kitchen with banks of storage, timber worktops, tiled splash back, electric gas oven and cooktop and dishwasher from Bosch
.adjacent laundry with large pantry
.separate master wing with large bedroom, wall of ash built-in-robes, modern bathroom and living area flowing to deck
.RC split system to master
.bedroom two with built-in-robe and fixed bookcase
.bedroom three with leafy views
.updated original bathroom and separate toilet
.timber linen cupboard
.evaporative cooling
.ducted gas heating
.double glazing throughout
.elevated rear deck with views across garden 
.two raised vegetable beds (one wicking) 
.mix of figs, raspberries, hazelnuts, cherries, lime, lemon and grape
.6000 litres of rain water storage beneath the deck
.second alfresco nook, shaded by grape twined pergola
.timber weatherboard single garage with power and gated access
.long private driveway
.coveted inner-north locale, close to the local shops, a variety of schools, Braddon, Dickson, and the CBD

FINE DETAILS (all approximate):

Land size: 909 m2
Build size: 141 m2 (approx.)
EER: 3.0
Build year: 1945

Rates: $6,497.09 pa
Land tax: $114,062 pa (investors only)
UV: $1,250,000 (2024)

garden.dreaming

The auction for this property will be held at 10:00am Saturday the 11th of January 2025 with the intention to sell on or before auction day!

This elegant two-bedder reads like a botanical oasis with its surrounding of beautiful trees and plantings, and its bountiful natural light creating a haven for both humans and plants. We love the circular window creating a halo of light and the walled surround of the balcony, gifting an embrace of enclosure. There is a natural simplicity to the balance of spaces, complimented by the interior palette…white finishes and crisp black fixtures, creating a lovely cohesion. 

Inspired by the French architect Robert Mallet-Stevens, The Broadway apartments conjure Paris with their gorgeous avant-garde style. The form gleaming in the sunshine, all white plaster with industrial steel windows. The clean lines, elegant curves and playful portal windows celebrating a spirited modernist aesthetic, feeling every bit at home amidst the significant heritage architecture of old Kingston.

Green walled pathways usher past crisp white volumes, leafy groves of ornamental pear trees…no.16 set deep within the shady development, wonderfully private and oh so, quiet. Sited across from the playing fields of St Edmonds College and flanked by Kingston Oval, the apartment feels immersed in nature, while connecting you to a myriad of boutique shopping, dining and eating experiences. Stroll to old and new Kingston, jog the edges of the Lake, swim at the art-deco Manuka pool or head to Fyshwick Markets for ample produce, vintage cheeses and armfuls of fresh flowers.

Light falls through a mix of black framed windows and sliders, entering deep into the open plan. The warm tones and texture of recycled hardwood flooring, stretching to meet whisper white walls. The deep balcony extending the lived experience, embracing the outdoors and gifting alfresco living within your own private garden room. 

Stone benchtops, white cabinetry, elongated black handles and a tiled splashback in crisp white, keep things timelessly monochromatic within the modern kitchen. And there is a relaxed conversational feel, perfect for entertaining…spilling to terrace for long lunches, romantic evening drinks. Or drawing the heavy curtains come night time, creating a cosy haven, a world away from the hustle and bustle…think relaxed evenings, perfectly curated dinner parties.

There is a duo of welcoming bedrooms, each with their own bathrooms and built-in-robes for seamless storage. Both the family and ensuite bathroom are simply appointed in white on white with floor to ceiling tiling. Throw in a European laundry, linen cupboard and basement parking for two with storage cage and you have chic inner-city living at its efficient best.

Griffith is famous for its wide tree lined streets, parklands, and lovely combo of old and new homes. The apartment is a short stroll to Fyshwick and Eyre St Market and seeded within the iconic offerings of old Kingston…think Silo Bakery, Green Square and the Durham Castle Arms Pub. It is a lovely stroll to the Foreshore with its bevy of restaurants and bars that front the Lake's edge. A scenic bike ride through wet lands delivers you to the dynamic Dairy Road Precinct and iconic Manuka is not far away. Throw in Heritage listed Manuka swimming pool, Telopea Park, a surrounding of significant cultural offerings, The Bus Depot Markets and the nearby Parliamentary triangle and you have absolutely everything you could ever need, right your doorstep. With easy access to transport, choice of public and private schools, the home, is also just a stone's throw from Capital Hill and the CBD. 

features.

.beautiful two bedroom apartment in coveted Kingston
.part of the modernist development know as The Broadway Apartments
.privately placed to the rear of the development
.housed on the second level
.open plan kitchen, dining, living flowing beautifully to covered terrace
.stunning recycled hardwood floors throughout
.freshly painted
.new ceiling fans
.beautiful industrial iron windows and sliders
.chef's kitchen with stone worktops, Smeg electric oven and cooktop, integrated Smeg microwave and Bosch dishwasher
.main bedroom with mirrored built-in-robe and ensuite bathroom
.second bedroom with mirrored built-in-robe 
.adjacent family bathroom 
.European laundry with Simpson dryer
.storage/linen cupboard 
.reverse cycle heating and cooling
.sheer and block-out curtains throughout
.remote access to underground carpark and lockable storage cage
.surrounded by green spaces and placed within the heritage homes of old Kingston
.close proximity to old Kingston shopping village, Manuka and Griffith precincts, Kingston Foreshore and the Lake
.whisper close to the parliamentary triangle and the CBD

FINE DETAILS (all approximate):

EER: 6.0
Living size: 89 m2
Balcony: 10 m2
Total size: 99 m2

Rates: $2,717.19 pa
Land tax: $2,996.08 pa (investors only)

Body corporate:
Admin $1,275 pq
Sinking $409.10 pq
Total $1,684.10 pq

20 units in the complex
Rental estimate $670 pw

natural.instinct

Bespoke timber joinery and fixed furniture pieces are a defining feature, ushering in a dash of mid-century modern sophistication and gifting excellent utility and storage. The honeyed tones of the timber, complimented by soft new carpets, ceramic tiling and stone, bringing an intimacy and warmth to the home's airy expanses. 

This elegant and oversized 133m2 two-bedder is a celebration of light and aspect, openly embracing landscape, spilling to long balconies on both sides. High ceilings and walls of glass add to the felt sense of generosity and scale. The home a peaceful refuge, effortlessly gifting an outdoorsy bliss with 34m2 of outside space, despite the cosmopolitan location.

The Space development has aged well, in that way of classic design…the form nestled within established gardens and rising above Forbes Street, all layers of white concrete and glass. No.7 occupies the corner building, edged on two sides by curated gardens…green hedged walls, rows of agapanthus, grove of pencil pines. We love the simplicity of the black floors, the chrome edged glass doors and the open stairwell, graced by walls of glass, flooding the entry sequence with sunshine.

The open plan social domain is made special by fixed furniture pieces – a long console table and matching inset dresser, both exemplary works of joinery, lustrous amidst a sea of white on white. The glorious, sunlit living, dining and kitchen spilling to western alfresco terrace…think sunsets and long summer evenings spent cooling amidst treetop breezes. 

The kitchen is large, arrayed in a galley style…openly conversational, with a central timber hutch for discretion and curated display. Banks of drawers and cabinets provide a spot for everything and there are quality appliances from Smeg, including an integrated dishwasher, making entertaining a breeze. Again, considered choices make a difference, the concordant timber notes, the use of stone and stainless steel worktops and the opaque glass splashback, capturing light and leaf play. 

Two generous bedrooms sit in perfect balance on the eastern side and are accessed via broad hallways that maximise function – on one side there is a tailored office nook and on the other a seamless European laundry. Both bedrooms drift to a long balcony with louvred shades to control light and air. From here you can look out over the silvery silhouettes of so many birches, purveying the peaceful gardens below. 

The master bedroom offers up a walk-thru-robe and elegant ensuite, while the second bedroom has a wall of built-in-cabinetry and sits adjacent to a second bathroom with a relaxing bathtub. Both ensuite and family bathroom are finished in floor to ceiling tiling in simple white, with a pops of taupe, stone and timber. 

You can access Northbourne avenue via garden paths that travel beneath a sanctuary of silver birches, flourishing tree ferns. The home within easy reach of the Braddon precinct and the CBD, moments from the boutique eateries of O'Connor, whisper close to the ANU and New Acton. Haig Park offers repose beneath shady pines and there are endless biking and walking paths, including the scenic trails of O'Connor Ridge and Lake Burley Griffin. O'Connor shops are close by for bowls, hilarity and drinks with friends at The Ruc or you can explore the international cuisine at the famous Dickson precinct. Transport is close to hand, including the light rail, connecting with the metro city station and linking you to the whole of Canberra.


features.
.spacious two-bedroom apartment in coveted Turner
.part of the timeless Space development
.occupying the top level with treetop views
.quiet street shaded by vintage oak trees
.light and bright with high ceilings and drift to private balconies from both living area and bedrooms 
.balanced floor plan and generous proportions throughout
.open plan kitchen, dining, living with glass sliders to balcony 
.fixed timber joinery – floating console and dresser
.coat cupboard
.contemporary kitchen with stone and stainless steel countertops, timber cabinetry and quality Smeg appliances, including integrated dishwasher and microwave, electric oven and cooktop
.bespoke office nook with desk and cabinetry
.large European laundry with dryer
.master bedroom with walk-thru-robe, ensuite bathroom and drift to balcony
.second bedroom with built-in-robe, also opening to balcony 
.family bathroom with bathtub
.both bathrooms with floor to ceiling tiling, timber cabinetry and feature stone
.reverse cycle heating and cooling 
.secure intercom access
.secure basement parking and storage cage
.leafy central gardens with pathways connecting to Northbourne Avenue
.ideally located within walking distance of the dynamic Braddon Precinct
.leafy stroll to Haig Park and Turner Parkland
.close to transport including the light rail
.handy to O'Connor shops and restaurants, a stone's throw from the CBD and the ANU

FINE DETAILS (all approximate):

EER: 5.5
Living size: 133m2
Balcony 1: 22m2
Balcony 2: 12m2
Total size: 167m2

Rates: $1,651.91 pa
Land tax: $1,863.51 pa (investors only)

Body corporate:
Admin $1,322.74 pq
Sinking $459.54 pq
Total $1,782.28 pq

92 units in the complex

Rental estimate $700 - $780pw 

open.embrace

#soldbyholly 

The home manages to feel both breezy and light, grounded and cosy…as if floating in place, translucently connected to garden and all the while anchored in the past, the storied richness of its heritage.

This classic red brick cottage has been sympathetically updated and extended, maximising its embrace of nature and creating a duo of alfresco experiences. You can walk from one end of the home to the other, doors at either end flung open to greet light dappled garden rooms.

There is the cosy front living area, the old hearth set with a slow combustion for winter nights. Come summer, the charming bay windows and doors, extending the room to the oh so private walled garden terrace. Blessed with golden light and the ideal north-eastern orientation, it is the place to be, coffee in hand, greeting the first rays of the day.

Then as the sun moves across the sky, a lovely soft light fills the open social domain, timber flooring glows underfoot and white-washed walls come alive with shadow play. The new sweeping extension, reaching to greet the romance of the rear garden, spilling to sheltered veranda overlooking the established grounds, the giant urn over flowing with flowering petunias.

There is so much to love here –

The three welcoming bedrooms within the existing cottage and the family bathroom with tub and warming terracotta tiled floors. The formal dining room with cut-outs gifting a peek-a-boo connection to the vast family hub and the gardens beyond. The central kitchen combined living area with its walls of glass welcoming light and aspect.

The kitchen is finished in soft whites and delicately veined marble. Banks of cabinetry and a full butler's pantry providing a spot for everything and making entertaining a breeze. 

While beyond the built-in-study nook, lies a sequestered master suite, with walk-in-robe and ensuite bathroom finished in floor-to-ceiling tiling in soft white. There is a linear wall hung vanity with stone benchtop and twin counter basins, a generous glass shower room with luxury waterfall shower head.

Solar powered auto gates usher to a large parking bay and over-sized three car garage complete with workshop. There is flow through to a cleverly hidden utility area and potters' bench and also the convenience of well-lit and covered access from the garage to the home.

The gardens are a delightful oasis of fruiting trees, emerald, green lawns and high hedged walls. A graceful Japanese Elm shelters and shades and climbing jasmine vines perfumes the air, as a mix of magnolias and azaleas bring forth a riot of Spring colour.

Ideally housed on the city side of Ainslie, the home manages an enviable "5 minutes from everywhere" connectivity. Dash to Majura Park and the Airport, connect with the vital Braddon scene, immerse yourself within all the happenings of the CBD or explore the ever-changing Dickson precinct. The house is within walking distance to Ainslie shops, well-loved for Edgar's Gastro pub and the award-winning IGA and it is also not far to the walking and biking trails of Mt Ainslie Reserve. Close to transport including the light rail, providing fast links to all of Canberra, the home is also convenient to many good schools including the ANU. It is a mere 5 minutes to the CBD by car. 

features.

.beautifully renovated and extended original Ainslie cottage
.ideally placed on the city side of Ainslie
.privatised behind high hedges
.manicured front garden with sunny terrace paved in travertine
.classic red brick form 
.new terracotta roof, insulation, guttering and drain pipes
.new plumbing throughout
.four bedrooms and two bathrooms
.front porch, original iron screen and front door with patterned glass
.new timber flooring
.preserved vintage features – timber joinery, windows and doors, high ceilings with baton work, picture rails, art deco light fittings
.north east facing front living room with fireplace, opening to terrace 
.bay windows and doors with original copper bonnet roof
.stunning central family hub flowing to back sheltered back veranda
.formal dining space 
.generous living combined meals area with large windows and study nook
.stunning kitchen with banks of storage, floating island with marbled waterfall worktops, tiled splashback, butler's pantry, Meile oven, induction cooktop, Olle rangehood, wine fridge, refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher 
.three sunny and peaceful front bedrooms, two with built-in-robes
.family bathroom with bathtub and separate toilet
.sequestered master suite with walk-in-robe and large ensuite bathroom 
.soft carpet to all bedrooms
.sheer and block-out blinds to all bedrooms
.block-out blinds to social areas
.WIFI security cameras 
.walk-thru-laundry with banks of storage and washing machine 
.evaporative cooling 
.zoned ducted gas heating
.instant gas hot water
.double glazing to extension
.veranda with ceiling fan and retractable wall shade 
.private rear gardens with magnificent Japanese Elm, soft lawn, camelias, lemon, lime, fig and fruit salad tree 
.automatic irrigation
.private paved driveway with auto solar powered gates
.inside parking bay
.large garage with auto roller door and parking for three cars
.garage with workshop and attic storage
.drive-thru access to utility area with potting bench and clothesline
.coveted inner-south locale, close to the local shops, a variety of schools, Braddon, Dickson, and the CBD


FINE DETAILS (all approximate):
 
Land size:  898 m2
Build size: 201 m2 (approx.)
EER: 3.0
Zoning: RZ1
 
Build year: 1952
 
Rates: $6,275.64 pa
Land tax: $13,514.50 pa (investors only)
UV: $1,200,000 (2024)

Rental opinion: $1,200 - $1,300 p/wk

so much to love

#soldbyholly $770,000

The large metallic arc that occupies the entryway is dotted with round glass lenses that illuminate, changing in colour and mood across the day. The sculpture by artist Matthew Curtis is aptly named Field of Light…it is a fitting homage to the apartment that presides above, open to the world on two sides and forging a continuous connection to the ever changing light and landscape.

This elegant two-bedroom apartment is a study in paired back simplicity, deploying subtle notes of tone and texture in exacting proportions. The sumptuous materiality and essential luxury almost take a backseat, as walls of glass float you among the panoramic skyline, taking in views to the east, north and south. 

The apartment occupies a sublime position within the East Building of the Iskia Complex, sitting at the apex of the city, old Cambell and the Lake. The building itself poised beside tranquil parkland and across from bushland Reserve…it doesn't get more urban city edge meets tranquil country perfection. Tall towers of glass and raw concrete rise from manicured garden beds awash with the pretty colours of roses and azaleas. The entryway sitting central, with a designer gymnasium on one side and the award winning Lanterne Rooms on the other.

Soft carpeting, soothing white walls and floor to ceiling black framed windows accentuate the drama of the sweeping surrounds. We love the way the glass splash back in the kitchen holds the light, reflecting the straight lines of the timber batons on the building across the way. And the way the scenery wraps around the home, a pastiche of architecture, treetops, epic mountains. 

Open plan living and master bedroom both spill to a veranda that stretches the full length of the home. You can see Mt Ainslie and all the way across Canberra to the Brindabellas. Even the kitchen perfectly frames Mt Ainslie, a large window illuminating the banks of seamless cabinetry, stone worktops, sleek appliances from Miele. 

There is a tonne of storage, including a seamless European laundry, large walk-in-robe to the master bedroom and additional built-in-cabinetry to the second bedroom. Both ensuite and family bathroom are a study in serene whites, with textural chevron feature tiling and luxury frameless glass showers. 

This gorgeous apartment is adjacent to Rsl Park and Mount Pleasant Nature Reserve, while fronting the shared biking and walking trails that hug Lake Burley Griffin. The whole Campbell 5 precinct enticing with its vibrant mix of independent bars, cafés and eateries to tempt the soul and the palette. There is so much at your doorstep…think grabbing a small batch wine from Paranormal, a fresh warming Laksa from Asian Noodle House or perhaps stopping on the way home for a drink at The Pedlar. Or maybe catching the lift to the ground floor, your romantic table reserved at The Lanterne Rooms. There are plenty of great café's nearby for morning coffee, The Athletic Club is at your doorstep and the home is moments from Anzac Parade, the War Memorial and the CBD. 

features.

.stunning two-bedroom apartment in the elegant Iskia development
.ideally placed in the east building, adjacent to parkland, reserve and lake
.immersed within the vibrant Campbell 5 precinct
.light filled and airy with mix of full height, fixed and sliding glazing's, capturing panoramic views
.open to the world on two sides
.soothing concordant material palette utilising soft whites
.open plan living, dining and kitchen spilling to elevated balcony
.beautiful minimalist kitchen with banks of cabinetry, stone worktops and quality appliances from Miele including built-in-microwave, electric oven, cooktop, rangehood and integrated dishwasher
.master bedroom with walk-in-robe, ensuite bathroom and spill to balcony
.second bedroom with built-in-robe and view to Mt Ainslie
.additional bathroom
.both bathrooms finished in floor-to-ceiling and feature chevron tiling with frameless glass showers
.European laundry
.generous foyer
.secure video intercom
.RC ducted heating and cooling
.secure basement parking with storage
.visitor parking
.private gym for residents
.shared courtyard gardens
.The Lanterne Rooms and The Athletic Club housed within the building
.whisper close to the CBD, Anzac Parade, War Memorial, Lake Burley Griffin
.Adjacent to Rsl Park and across from Mount Pleasant Nature Reserve
.A few steps from Hassett Park and a wonderful array of independent restaurants, cafes and boutique services and shops


FINE DETAILS (all approximate):

EER: 6.0
Built: 2017

Living size: 86 m2
Balcony: 23  m2
Total: 109 m2

Rates: $1,751.20 pa
Land tax: $1,960.71 pa (investors only)

Admin: $623.70 p/q
Sinking: $636.69 p/q
Total: $1,260.39 p/q

140 units in the complex

Parking:  There is visitor parking located under the Iskia complex, the entrance driveway is off Constitution Avenue, once you have parked please follow the signs that lead you to the stairs to unit 118 in the East Tower. 

Alternatively, the entrance to unit 118 is via the East Tower entrance, this is located between the Lanterne Rooms Restaurant and the Athletic Rooms Gym.  

field of light 

#soldbyholly $1,620,000

Large land size of 857 m2 !

Light, volume and space coalesce within this quintessential mid-century elegant three-bedroom home. The thoughtful renovations are restrained, allowing the original clean lines and 60s detailing to sing. Soaring ceiling heights, exposed beams, timber panelling and interior bagged brickwork are the heroes here, as social spaces drift romantically to manicured lawns, and long-established flowering camelias.

Immaculate comes to mind and we love the feast of texture and tone and the rare feeling of being immersed within a living history, gorgeously preserved and celebrated. The original architecturally-designed brick home is exceptionally well-kept. The refined front, with its ribbon windows and timber shutters, sits low behind landscaped gardens and a stunning sandstone retaining wall. 

A curved driveway leads to a low profile double carport through secure lockable black metal gates. The carport is complete with a clever alcove for bike storage and gateway to the rear garden and sunroom access. 

The presence of the garden is all around…whether creating or reading in the sunken library, lounging in the sundrenched sunroom or dining within the cathedral-like open plan living area. Genteel lawns slope softly, curving around the home in a smooth wave. Terraced and peripheral garden beds are filled with a happy mix of natives and exotics. The soft textures and colours of the native grasses, grevilleas, and eucalypts whisper to the bushland nearby.

The use of sandstone in creating the retaining wall is a masterstroke of harmony, blending the curated native gardens with the brickwork of the home. A curved stone pathway leads to the stately timber front door with twin sidelights.

There is a 'wow' factor as soon as you step inside, earthy terracotta tiling in distinct orange and red hues, stretching to meet soaring walls in Dulux Feathersoft. The eye is drawn up to the cathedral ceilings and out to the sunlit gardens, as rows of French doors bring light and garden views.

The home's split level living follows the land's topography and offers a sequestered "upper level" intimate zone. Here, three welcoming bedrooms frame various aspects of the garden via large windows. A duo of children's bedrooms centre around a bathroom with bath and flooring in stunning red mosaic tiling. 

The master bedroom with ensuite welcomes morning light filtered by plantation shutters, and gives a vista to the elevated front garden complete with sandstone wall and tall eucalypts. 

There is a less-is-more approach at work here, the original kitchen timber cabinets gleaming beneath their new finish, the sculptural concrete flu converted into elegant wine storage, the confident and cool architectural lines left in-tact, in all their progressive spirit.

Ferdinand is one of those vintage Campbell streets, situated in the suburb's dress circle, moments from the walking trails of Mt Ainslie Reserve and the War Memorial. This special enclave is minutes from Anzac Parade, Defence Academies, Lake Burley Griffin, Canberra High School, two primary schools, and Canberra Grammar Infants School. The home is also close to transport, Canberra Airport and the ANU. 

The local Campbell shops offer an IGA, pharmacy, health services, high-end French restaurant, a great bakery and two cafés. It is a short coast down the hill to the CBD and the dynamic Braddon precinct. 


Features:

.beautifully renovated 1966 mid-century modern home
.ideally located moments from reserve in a leafy pocket of Campbell
.three bedrooms and two bathrooms
.open plan living, dining and kitchen drifting to sunroom
.soaring raked ceilings lined with timber panelling
.exposed beams, bagged brick walls and original timber casement windows
.combo of terracotta and ceramic tiling and soft carpet
.elegant, delineated dining space with large servery opening onto the kitchen
.living area overlooking reserve beyond and with step-in wine cellar/storage cupboard
.original kitchen in pristine condition with newly stained timber cabinetry, mosaic tiled splashback, freestanding stove from Westinghouse and LG dishwasher
.adjacent laundry with direct access to garden
.French doors opening to warming and generous sunroom that spills to alfresco patio
.library/office with built-in-cabinetry, opening onto the garden
.elevated intimate zone with three bedrooms
.master bedroom with built-in-robe and lovely new ensuite bathroom
.two additional bedrooms 
.large family bathroom with mosaic floor tiling and bathtub
.linen closet
.extensive lockable walk-in under house storage, including work area
.two RC split systems in the living spaces
.RC split system to master and second bedroom
.Insulated walls, ceiling, underfloor. 
.combo of Roman blinds, plantation shutters and new curtains
.private driveway to gated double carport with bike alcove
.gorgeous gardens with undulating emerald-green lawns irrigated by in-ground pop-up sprinklers 
.easy walking distance to Mt Ainslie Reserve and local shops. 
.3 mins to Campbell High, 6 mins to Braddon and CBD, and 5 minutes to Lake Burley Griffin by car


FINE DETAILS (all approximate):
 
Land size: 857   m2
Build size: 137  m2 (approx.)
EER: 5.0
 
Build year: 1966
 
Rates: $6,424.34 pa
Land tax: $13,882.15 pa (investors only)
UV: $1,264,000 (2024)

Rental estimate $900 - 1000 per week. 

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