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<h2 data-block-key="znpec">1 bed, 1 bath in Denman Prospect</h2><h3 data-block-key="5g6e2"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/210-40-trinca-street-denman-prospect-act-2611-82311/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">210/40 Trinca Street</a></h3>Distance from Stromlo Forest Park: 3km<img alt="210-40-trinca-street-denman-prospect-act-2611-82311-image-0-2023062903_2k7KJE9-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="534" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/210-40-trinca-street-denman-prospect-act-2611-.width-800.jpg" width="800">Okay, so the first thing you’re going to ask with a smaller property is: ‘Where am I going to put my bike?’ It might be built for one (or two), but there’s loads of space inside this apartment for your prized possession. Or it can be locked up downstairs with your car.<img alt="210-40-trinca-street-denman-prospect-act-2611-82311-image-0-2023062903_WgCTWrb-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="534" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/210-40-trinca-street-denman-prospect-act-2611-.width-800_bApk4ih.jpg" width="800">Major benefits of living here — it has a study nook and two separate balconies: one for enjoying the morning sun, and the other for enjoying the afternoon sun. Also, the views are showstopping.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/210-40-trinca-street-denman-prospect-act-2611-82311/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a><h2 data-block-key="3mec0">2 bed, 2 bath in Wright</h2><h3 data-block-key="91b5o"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/38-2-serventy-street-wright-act-2611-83452/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">38/2 Serventy Street</a></h3>Distance from Stromlo Forest Park: 3.1km<img alt="38-2-serventy-street-wright-act-2611-83452-image-0-20230720221642870098-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/38-2-serventy-street-wright-act-2611-83452-ima.width-800.jpg" width="800">The ‘cold beer after a ride’ option at this apartment is awesome: the main balcony overlooks a park and green space, and is just the right size for a bar with high stools.<img alt="38-2-serventy-street-wright-act-2611-83452-image-0-20230720221643269800-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/38-2-serventy-street-wright-act-2611-83452-ima.width-800_ix1VcG6.jpg" width="800">Major benefits of owning this property — two good-sized bedrooms, the main bedroom has a walk-through wardrobe to the ensuite, lock-up cage for your bikes. Also, it’s a great investment opportunity: it’s currently rented until December 2023 at $660 per week.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/38-2-serventy-street-wright-act-2611-83452/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a><h2 data-block-key="5dkht">3 bed, 1 bath in Duffy</h2><h3 data-block-key="7kdqr"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/9-tantangara-street-duffy-act-2611-83728/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">9 Tantangara Street</a></h3>Distance from Stromlo Forest Park: 5.4km<img alt="9-tantangara-street-duffy-act-2611-83728-image-0-20230726210142524288-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/9-tantangara-street-duffy-act-2611-83728-image.width-800_ZU1YsRv.jpg" width="800">This little surprise package in Canberra’s wild west is a bit further away from Stromlo but has an aesthetic that’s so worth it. The facade reflects the early 1970s days of home construction in Duffy, while the inside is compact but has been completely modernised and is move-in ready.<img alt="9-tantangara-street-duffy-act-2611-83728-image-0-20230726210141938756-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/9-tantangara-street-duffy-act-2611-83728-image.width-800.jpg" width="800">Major benefits of living here — outstanding deck for cuppas and vinos, a yard for teaching tiny mountain bikers to ride and a major talking point in the front facade.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/9-tantangara-street-duffy-act-2611-83728/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>

MTB obsessed? These listings are as close to Stromlo Forest Park as it gets

If you&#x27;re looking for a beautiful, contemporary family home in the very centre of Canberra, you&#x27;ve met your match.Set on a 647sqm block, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">14 Phillip Hodgins Street, Wright</a>, is a family haven offering ample space for everyone, and built with entertaining in mind.<div>
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The offers 275sqm of carefree internal living space, as well as a combination of indoor/outdoor living with natural flows throughout.<a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/ray-white/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray White Canberra</a> real estate agent <a href="/agents/alec-brown/">Alec Brown</a> describes the double-storey, five-bedroom, three-bathroom home as &quot;beautifully positioned&quot;.“The property showcases a lovely outlook of Canberra and really does fit in handsomely with the rest of the street that’s filled with high-end modern homes,” Alec says.<img alt="14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322-image-0-20230112011647103973-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322.width-800_9yxJuDt.jpg" width="800">“As you enter the home, you’ll notice its soaring ceilings and clerestory windows, which are a key feature, ensuring natural light easily cascades into the home.“It’s also in its original form from 2014, and its quality remains high.“It comes across as a thoughtfully designed property, as opposed to just being a basic stock home plan.”Floor-to-ceiling windows and doors - and a huge amount of living space - capture a northerly outlook.“What’s impressive is that you get these extraordinary views to Parliament House, Mount Ainslie and beyond,&quot; Alec says.<img alt="14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322-image-0-20230112011647858054-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322.width-800_qFoZmee.jpg" width="800">“Ultimately, it’s the type of family home that&#x27;s going to be future-proof, so you’ll never need to upsize again. You can have your primary school-aged children there and see them all the way through high school and beyond by having that segregation of living.“It’s going to cater to larger families who need a little separation and different areas to entertain from.”<img alt="14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322-image-0-20230112011649251352-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322.width-800_hDPjVCL.jpg" width="800">The dining quarters of the home features a contemporary kitchen with a design and colour scheme that has longevity in mind.“It’s nothing too outlandish with its décor and palette, but it remains an impressive hub to the home,” Alec says.“There&#x27;s also a copious amount of storage there as well as an induction cooktop, a dishwasher, breakfast island and massive walk-in butler’s pantry.“Joining the kitchen, there&#x27;s also a large family room and open area which spills out to the outdoor area and combines the indoor/outdoor living quarters.”<img alt="14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322-image-0-20230112011652015980-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322.width-800_3bK7c8q.jpg" width="800">The Wright home has four big bedrooms with built-in robes and an additional study.“The master has a huge walk-through robe and quite a large, dedicated spa ensuite which is tucked towards the back of the property, just to retain that idea of having space and privacy from the rest of the family,” Alec says.“In addition, the study area downstairs is also very versatile and can be converted to a fifth bedroom if required.“Each room has ample storage, as well as double-glazed windows and ducted gas heating and cooling.”<img alt="14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322-image-0-20230112011654259672-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322.width-800_2hEJG5D.jpg" width="800">The bathrooms are designed with neutral tones and high-quality fixtures and fittings.“They&#x27;re designed for practicality and simplicity, but also to look quite good with a functional layout,&quot; Alec says.“There’s lots of space and it’s done to a degree of precision which indicates that the idea of a renovation is way off into the future.”There’s also a huge laundry and laundry chute.<img alt="14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322-image-0-20230112011654569083-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322.width-800_lrnjCkx.jpg" width="800">Alec says the alfresco area is a highlight of the home.“The landscaping is simple and easy care,&quot; he says.&quot;The alfresco area also has quite a lot of yard space for kids and offers privacy, which is a drawcard for buyers.“I think what’s really nice about it is an under-roofline area. It’s not just your average pergola space. It has nice, high-set ceilings, there&#x27;s a barbecue area, it&#x27;s large, and again, it enjoys that northerly orientation - so it&#x27;s suitable for the winter sun, in particular.“It’s also great for entertaining as it’s got the glass sliding doors that connect the internal living spaces to the external living spaces.”<img alt="14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322-image-0-20230112011655918271-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322.width-800_TKrXrfP.jpg" width="800">Additional property features include a triple garage, an underground water tank, a solar hot water system and a fully fenced backyard.“This home has been well received from the market so far,” Alec says.“People are telling us that it is a really well thought-out and well-designed property which has such a spectacular outlook that only a handful of properties have in Wright.“It is also centrally located and close to all the amenities of the city and Woden.”14 Phillip Hodgins Street, Wright, will be auctioned at 5.30pm on Friday 3 February 2023.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/14-philip-hodgins-street-wright-act-2611-73322/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>

'Never upsize again' with this stunning family home in Wright

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Canberra’s newest and smallest region, Molonglo Valley is close to the city yet sits right in the middle of a stunning natural playground.The region’s original residents have moved in and made Molonglo Valley home, and this vibrant and active community already enjoys brand new facilities including schools and shopping centres. And there’s more to come, with new suburbs and land releases on the way, and a $36 million leisure centre currently under construction.<img alt="Molonglo Valley 2" class="richtext-image full-width" height="600" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/P1122367.width-800.jpg" width="800">No matter where they live, residents all enjoy expansive views across Canberra and the surrounds, and Stromlo Forest Park, the National Arboretum and the Cotter Reserve are also nearby, with easy access to the Molonglo River.<h2 data-block-key="1u8fz">PLAY</h2><a href="https://stromloforestpark.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">STROMLO FOREST PARK</a>Molonglo Valley’s suburbs have the world-class Stromlo Forest Park right on their doorstep. Set amongst stunning forest, the world-class, multi-use recreational sporting facility includes a 1.2 kilometre road criterium cycling circuit, a 2.5 kilometre grass cross country running track, a network of equestrian trails and over 40 kilometres of mountain bike trails.<a href="https://www.nationalarboretum.act.gov.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">NATIONAL ARBORETUM</a>With one of the world&#x27;s largest living collections of rare, endangered and significant trees, the National Arboretum is one of Canberra’s most impressive natural attractions. Walk, drive, cycle or even horse-ride around the 250 hectare site, which features 94 forests of rare, endangered and symbolic trees from around Australia and the world, plus a large bonsai collection, and is also home to one of the most exciting playgrounds in Canberra.COTTER RESERVESet on the banks of the Cotter River, the Cotter Reserve is a popular spot for barbeques, picnics, swimming, fishing, bushwalking and relaxation. Walk the Cotter Dam Discovery Trail, lined with stories of Canberra&#x27;s water history, to the 16-metre wide, amphitheatre style viewing platform where you can enjoy the majestic views of the dam wall. The Cotter Campground is one of the most popular spots to pitch a tent in the ACT, and has facilities including an electric barbeque plus toilets and showers. The reserve is also a great spot for spotting wildlife<img alt="Molonglo Valley 2" class="richtext-image full-width" height="600" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/P1122264.width-800.jpg" width="800"><h2 data-block-key="gkp2j">SHOP</h2><a href="https://www.thecuratoreum.com/default.asp" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">THE CURATOREUM</a>The Arboretum isn’t just a great spot for enjoying nature. Located inside the Visitor’s Centre, the Curatoreum gift shop is a treasure trove of books, homewares, jewellery, stationery, unique gifts and toys.<a href="https://denmanprospect.com.au/denman-village-shops/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">DENMAN VILLAGE SHOPS</a>The main retail hub for the area, Denman Village Shops has an IGA, doctor’s surgery, chemist, liquor store, gym, cafe and more. The architecturally-designed shopping centre boasts impressive views of the National Arboretum and stunning public art.<img alt="Molonglo Valley_Image 3.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="600" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Molonglo_Valley_Image_3.width-800.jpg" width="800"><h2 data-block-key="oigxr">EAT</h2><a href="https://www.facebook.com/morningdewcanberra/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MORNING DEW</a>The first cafe to open in Molonglo Valley, Morning Dew serves Canberra’s famed Ona Coffee, plus an all-day breakfast and lunch menu and locally made pastries. Located at Denman Village Shops with an impressive outlook over the valley, it’s the place to be for a relaxed weekend brunch.<a href="https://gingercatering.com.au/the-conservatory-restaurant/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">THE CONSERVATORY RESTAURANT</a>Sitting in the National Arboretum’s visitor centre with a sweeping outlook across Lake Burley Griffin and back towards the city, the Conservatory Restaurant offers the epitome of a meal with a view. Open for breakfast and lunch, food is elegant yet simple, and centred on local organic and biodynamic produce.<a href="https://www.handlebarstromlo.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">THE HANDLEBAR STROMLO</a>After a day out at Stromlo, kick back, relax and enjoy the spectacular views from Handlebar. Run by a group of local mountain bikers, the family-friendly cafe serves coffee, jaffles, pastries, and snacks, plus wine and local beer, with plenty of space for the kids to run around.[Molonglo Valley_Image 4]<h2 data-block-key="l8avq">LIVE</h2>As some of Canberra’s newest suburbs, Molonglo Valley is flush with new houses on larger blocks, from architecturally designed homes, to spacious family houses, and apartments and townhouses, some which enjoy waterfront living.<img alt="Molonglo Valley 4" class="richtext-image full-width" height="600" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/P1122223.width-800.jpg" width="800">No matter where you’re based in the valley, nature is never too far away, and most houses enjoy expansive views across Canberra and the surrounding natural habitat.Houses in the new suburbs also have a strong sustainability focus - Denman Prospect was Australia’s first suburb to have a minimum requirement for solar installation on all dwellings.<img alt="Molonglo Valley 5" class="richtext-image full-width" height="600" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/P1122275.width-800.jpg" width="800">

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MTB obsessed? These listings are as close to Stromlo Forest Park as it gets

'Never upsize again' with this stunning family home in Wright

Where to eat, shop, play and live in Molonglo Valley