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There is no way on earth I’m texting <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/35-131-britten-jones-drive-holt-act-2615-103059/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this listing in Belconnen</a> to my husband.Why? Because he’d be at Storage King buying boxes and packing up the family home in Queanbeyan faster than you can say ‘Scottie Scheffler’.<img alt="35-131-britten-jones-drive-holt-act-2615-103059-image-0-20240619030150280477-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/35-131-britten-jones-drive-holt-act-2615-10305.width-800.jpg" width="800">Not only does it come surrounded by a golf course, it’s also like being on holiday 365 days a year; with a tennis court and a sparkling pool available to residents of the small cluster of homes at number 131 Britten-Jones Drive, Holt.The three-bed, two-bath property on the very outskirts of Canberra is one of only 50 homes in a unique golf course estate in Belconnen called ‘Wiluna’; a mix of for single and double storey homes built in 2000 for a mixed demographic of buyers, including downsizers, professionals and families.<img alt="tennis" class="richtext-image full-width" height="519" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/tennis.width-800.jpg" width="800">It’s the kind of home you actually would love to retire to, except that the size of its rooms and number of bedrooms means a family with two (or three) kids could move in right now.“There’s definitely an attraction to the Belconnen downsizer for this development, but there’s also a new flush of buyers that have included young families,” says sales agent Jack Wilson of Cream Residential.<img alt="35-131-britten-jones-drive-holt-act-2615-103059-image-0-20240619030151783973-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/35-131-britten-jones-drive-holt-act-2615-10305.width-800_g5M9fPq.jpg" width="800">“There are a number of retirees in the complex, and certainly the single level homes backing the golf course appealed to that demographic at the time of construction 20 years ago.”Life on the outskirts of Belconnen is incredibly quiet, Jack says, but the other benefits of living at Wiluna — a secluded estate in the heart of a golf course — include security and privacy.<img alt="pool" class="richtext-image full-width" height="519" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/pool_yEaqRfv.width-800.jpg" width="800">When you do feel like socialising, the Burns Golf Club is less than a minute’s walk away.“The club itself is fantastic,” Jack says.“Burns Golf Club is an updated and exceptional facility with a restaurant, bar and gaming facilities open until late, seven days a week. The 18-hole golf course is open to the public.<img alt="35-131-britten-jones-drive-holt-act-2615-103059-image-0-20240619030156977911-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/35-131-britten-jones-drive-holt-act-2615-10305.width-800_M9nfO4F.jpg" width="800">“I also love that the home is close to Kippax Fair, walking trails and the Belconnen Town Centre, and it’s about 15 minutes away from Civic.”People inspecting the resort-style feel of ‘Wiluna’ are loving it.“For lovers of golf and tennis, it’s ideal,” Jack says.<img alt="35-131-britten-jones-drive-holt-act-2615-103059-image-0-20240619030155113426-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/35-131-britten-jones-drive-holt-act-2615-10305.width-800_P76Hiaf.jpg" width="800">“It’s an exceptional home in a unique location, and you’re buying within a community of people who’ve sought out a well-kept, low maintenance complex surrounded by golf course.“There’s nothing quite like it in Canberra.”35/131 Britten-Jones Drive, Holt, goes to auction at 10am on Saturday 13 July 2024.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/35-131-britten-jones-drive-holt-act-2615-103059/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>

What's better than a man cave? Your own tennis court, pool and golf course

Constructed in 1927, Brackenreg is an early masterpiece from renowned Canberra architect Kenneth Oliphant. It combines vibrant landscaped grounds and with a classic wood-accented interior.Located in the heart of Old Red Hill at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/18-monaro-crescent-red-hill-act-2603-56427/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">18 Monaro Crescent</a>, Brackenreg is surrounded by luscious greenery on a 4327 square metre block. You won’t find a Canberra home with more character, charm or history than Brackenreg.<div>
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The home is designed with optimal open space in each living area, making it perfect for hosting significant events in one of Canberra’s most unforgettable settings.It features four generously sized bedrooms, two bathrooms and a three-car garage – and it’s central to almost everywhere in Canberra.<div>
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LJ Hooker Manuka real estate agent Stephen Thompson said Brackenreg is enchanting from first glance.“This property just has something that the brand new, spanking homes just can’t offer,” Stephen said, and even though the property has had high-end renovations, it’s retained its original style.“It was built in the late 1920s, so the style has been continued and it just feels like a country cottage,” he said, thank in no part to its high ceilings and vast space.Stephen said the home is really high-end from every angle, and every room has a wonderful garden view.“The high ceilings and quality hardwood floorboards reflect the typical effects of that era,” as well as features like an open fireplace, ample space and stone benchtops.<img alt="Red-Hill-6.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Red-Hill-6.width-800.jpg" width="800">“The bedrooms are just exceptional,” Stephen said. “All of the proportions are quite generous and have high ceilings.”The main bedroom also has large windows that look out to the well-maintained green gardens and tennis court.Underfloor heating in the family room and main bathroom are also a bonus, as is ducted heating and air conditioning throughout all the bedrooms.In the 1920s, the property was an orchard, which explains the enormous size of the grounds.“It’s got a beautiful garden and a full-sized championship tennis court. It’s definitely an entertainer’s dream.”The property also features multiple alfresco areas and a sun trap outdoor alcove, which according to Stephen, “is perfect for those lovely sunny winter days as it overlooks the garden”.<img alt="Red-Hill-5.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Red-Hill-5.width-800.jpg" width="800">He said this home is ideal for anyone wanting the benefits of a family home, but with a country feel right in the heart of the South.“I believe it will appeal to families wanting space and privacy, and people who want a quality home with character.”To arrange an inspection of <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/18-monaro-crescent-red-hill-act-2603-56427/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">18 Monaro Crescent</a> in Red Hill, contact Stephen Thompson at LJ Hooker Manuka on 0418 626 254.Article was originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/a-unique-piece-of-canberras-history-in-the-heart-of-red-hill/551008" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotAct.</a>

A unique piece of Canberra’s history in the heart of Red Hill

An early masterpiece of Kenneth Oliphant, one of the best known and respected architects in Canberra, has arrived on the market.Though you mightn’t know him by name, you’re sure to have seen his influence on Canberra, with some of his works becoming heritage-listed buildings and inspirations for others. One of his first private practice designs was for Canberra’s first real estate agents, Calthorpe and Woodger, which has since become a heritage-listed museum, Calthorpes’ House in Red Hill.<div>
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Now up for sale, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/18-monaro-crescent-red-hill-act-2603-56427/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">18 Monaro Crescent</a> in Red Hill is not just one of Oliphant’s earlier works, it is a superb example of why he would become central to the development of the capital.Born in Victoria in 1896, Oliphant moved to Canberra in 1926 when he was posted here to supervise the construction of Canberra’s earliest homes in Forrest, which were being built for the first public servants moving to Australia’s then-new capital.Oliphant was one of Canberra’s first architects and became the capital’s first privately practising architect in 1927.By 1930, Oliphant had designed over 30 buildings in Canberra, including private houses and commercial buildings, mostly in Red Hill, Forrest, Barton and Griffith.His designs were unique and eye-catching, taking inspiration from many different sources to display his unique talents. He liked to work with locally sourced materials, including red brick and terracotta roof tiles. A consistent theme is the impressive garden plantings throughout his houses – on brilliant display in this home.<img alt="Aerial" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Red-Hill-2.width-800.jpg" width="800">LJ Hooker agent Stephen Thompson describes the house as a classic.“There’s just so much to like about it; it’s got a true 1920s design charm,” Stephen says.“This listing is proving very popular. We took about 11 groups through the house on just one day last week, and they all talked about how much they loved the house.”Completed in 1928, 18 Monaro Crescent remains one of Red Hill’s most sought after and impressive homes. Known as Brackenreg, the stately home sits on just over an acre of land, making it one of the largest properties in the area.The ornate high ceilings, hardwood flooring, circular driveway entrance, outdoor suntrap and open fireplace showcase the eye-catching designs that Oliphant was known for, as well as his amazing architectural skills.Ken Oliphant has been an integral part of Canberra’s history and is far and away one of the most talented and influential architects in Canberra and the surrounding regions.During his distinguished career, Oliphant also completed a number of designs in the regions surrounding NSW, including homes in Cooma, Young, Goulburn, Crookwell, Kempton, Gundaroo, Binalong, Yass, Queanbeyan and Cooma.<img alt="Internal" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Red-Hill-3.width-800.jpg" width="800">He retired in the 1960s after 40 years of work. He died in 1975 but his legacy continues to inspire.Stephen says Brackenreg is in superb condition and has been sympathetically enlarged and renovated by its current owners.“The home offers generous living areas with four bedrooms and two bathrooms and, of course, the stunning gardens that include a mature rose garden, multiple alfresco areas and a tennis court.”If you’re interested in securing a piece of Canberra’s history, contact Stephen Thompson on 0418 626 254 or Bill Lyristakis on 0418 626 593 to arrange an inspection of <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/18-monaro-crescent-red-hill-act-2603-56427/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">18 Monaro Crescent</a> in Red Hill.Article was originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/rare-opportunity-to-purchase-a-part-of-canberras-architectural-history-in-red-hill/550214" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotAct.</a>

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What's better than a man cave? Your own tennis court, pool and golf course

A unique piece of Canberra’s history in the heart of Red Hill

Rare opportunity to purchase a part of Canberra’s architectural history in Red Hill