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When they purchased <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">9 Barkly Crescent</a> in Forrest in 2017, the owners could see the potential of what was once a stately home nestled in park-like gardens in a great location.<div>
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Built in the 1920s, the property was tired and needed a lot of love and attention, but with the planned makeover came a raft of heritage approvals and building regulations.Fast-forward six years, and <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/luton-manuka/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Luton Properties</a> sales agent <a href="/agents/sophie-luton-2/">Sophie Luton</a> said the property was “unrecognisable”.“I sold the property to these owners, and seeing the transformation and restoration they’ve done is absolutely incredible,” she said.“The time, effort and money that has gone into this home is second to none.”<img alt="9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368-image-0-20231213210140399843-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368-image.width-800.jpg" width="800">Sophie said when she entered the home recently, her jaw hit the floor.“You wouldn’t even know it was the same property,” she said.“They’ve worked sympathetically with the heritage style and transformed the home and gardens to an entirely new level.”<img alt="9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368-image-0-20231213210141886153-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368-image.width-800_QVEizWU.jpg" width="800">Set on over 2000 square metres of manicured, park-like grounds, the four-bedroom home retains its heritage charm but boasts all the amenities of a brand-new build. A new studio at the rear of the garden provides extra space for guests or extended family.“The owners have done all the hard work and jumped through all the heritage approvals. They’ve ticked all those boxes and crafted an incredible home that’s a real credit to them,” Sophie said.“When I first saw it, it gave me goosebumps. It’s immaculate from start to finish. Every aspect, every corner is exceptional.”The home has benefitted from a completed renovation, while a new heated salt-water pool and stylish outdoor entertaining area are set in the centre of the property, creating a private garden oasis in one of the Inner South’s most charming tree-lined streets.<img alt="9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368-image-0-20231213210143229180-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368-image.width-800_JgkzBHu.jpg" width="800">The enlarged main residence features four bedrooms, a large office, a separate lounge with a fireplace and a formal dining room. Picture windows, high ceilings and beautiful engineered blackbutt timber flooring make the home feel fresh, modern and airy all year round.The chef’s kitchen with two Miele ovens, a built-in Liebherr fridge, Miele induction cooktop and Miele dishwasher, boasts a walk-in pantry with large pull-out larder, sink, additional fridge space, second Miele dishwasher and external access. From the extraordinary kitchen, you can take in the amazing garden views.<img alt="9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368-image-0-20231213210143936606-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368-image.width-800_BzfYJCY.jpg" width="800">The sun-drenched open-plan family room flows out to the covered alfresco and pool area, while large windows invite the garden vistas inside.The master retreat is a space to unwind after a busy day, with an incredible ensuite with bath and shower and a large separate dressing room with abundant wardrobes. It opens onto its own private garden courtyard with a water feature.Also on this estate is a new cottage with studio/workshop facilities, bathroom and kitchenette style area with French doors opening onto a large verandah overlooking a private north-facing garden.The top-to-bottom renovation has included new plumbing and electrics, installation of internet cabling throughout, including the studio, as well as new floor and window coverings.<img alt="9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368-image-0-20231213210148214556-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368-image.width-800_fy4XWJ2.jpg" width="800">Sophie said this was an opportunity for a family to purchase an immaculate and unique property where all the hard work had been done.“People love these heritage properties, but renovating them to such a high standard requires a lot of money and hard work. This home is ideal for anyone wanting that 1927-era character and charm, but without the hassle of gaining heritage approvals and taking on such an enormous project,” she said.Having grown up in Barkly Crescent, Sophie has an intimate knowledge of the area and is passionate about marketing this property for the second time after the makeover.“Barkly Crescent holds a special place in my heart, and I have fond memories of walking to school along the magnificent tree-lined streets,” she said.“I can see a family moving in and enjoying everything this home and its surrounds have to offer, and really becoming part of the friendly neighbourhood that I loved so much growing up.“Magical memories will be created here, celebrating Christmas, birthdays and even weddings on the grounds.“Because you have the main house and the private cottage, you can house extended family, which is what a lot of buyers are looking for.“There’s been a good amount of top-end sales this year, and we’re expecting a lot of interest in this estate. There are definitely buyers out there wanting those premium properties, and this one ticks all the boxes.”The fully fenced property is secure with remote-controlled electric driveway gates and is just a short walk through a picturesque neighbourhood to Manuka Village, the parliament zone and a selection of excellent schools.9 Barkly Crescent Forrest goes to auction 10am Saturday 2 March 2024<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/9-barkly-crescent-forrest-act-2603-92368/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/jaw-dropping-transformation-breathes-new-life-into-historic-forrest-estate/730533" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the RiotACT</a>

The stunning transformation of 9 Barkly Crescent into a modern heritage haven

This quaint historical cottage close to the heart of Braidwood is a step back in time but with modern conveniences.<a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/belle-property-braidwood/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Belle Property Braidwood</a> real estate agent <a href="/agents/ashley-williams/">Ashley Williams</a> says <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">5 Malone Street</a> is more than a home, it’s a slice of local history.<img alt="5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730-image-0-20231116020137861538-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730-image.width-800.jpg" width="800">“People love to buy a little bit of history with their homes as well,” she says.“These homes have a story back to when they were built, and it shows in the high ceilings and panelling features that make them unique and special.”The current owners renovated the weatherboard 1890s cottage, though original features remain.<img alt="5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730-image-0-20231116020142482675-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730-image.width-800_pKNGbH7.jpg" width="800">When the next owners (and their visitors) arrive and walk across the covered verandah, they’ll be stepping on century-old original ironbark floorboards in parts of the home as they discover three well-sized bedrooms and tasteful renovations nodding to the past.“These renovations show the character that was in the property before,” Ashley says.“It has contemporary elements for a fresh and modern feel, but several old features remain.”The renovations included a fresh paint job inside and outside and new carpet.<img alt="5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730-image-0-20231116020139359196-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730-image.width-800_ZhPpeAo.jpg" width="800">Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, it also features a north-facing sunroom and pops of colour in the decorative stained-glass windows in several rooms.“It is such a private and peaceful spot on Malone Street,” Ashley says.“If you have the opportunity to get your hands on a sweet Braidwood cottage, you are pretty lucky.“There are cottages around, but to get one like this is pretty special as it’s in such great condition and has been renovated nicely.”As for modern creature comforts, the cottage also features a 900 mm gas stove and electric oven, dishwasher, air-conditioning and even a spa-style bathtub in the bathroom.<img alt="5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730-image-0-20231116020142188943-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730-image.width-800_aPpmHzs.jpg" width="800">There is a slow-combustion wood-burning fireplace to keep the winter chill away.To head outside, pass through the French doors, descend the stairs at the back of the house, and head outside the home to see a rainwater tank, chicken coop, free-standing shed, and under-house storage.“It comes with a typical cottage garden that is already established with flowers and small trees, and there are also fruit trees on the property,” she says.<img alt="5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730-image-0-20231116020143953909-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730-image.width-800_miZIAl0.jpg" width="800">While the heritage aspects of this property are easy to see, Ashley says you shouldn’t discount the charming town of Braidwood, just over an hour from Canberra.“There are so many cafes and boutique stores around,” she says.“The community is fantastic. You walk down the street and can always talk to someone.“There are plenty of events in the area and the people are very welcoming.”If this sounds at all appealing, Ashley says to get in quick.5 Malone Street Braidwood is for sale by expressions of interest.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/5-malone-street-braidwood-nsw-2622-90730/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/write-the-next-chapter-in-the-long-history-of-this-renovated-country-cottage/724442" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the RiotACT</a>

Charming 1890s cottage in Braidwood offers a perfect blend of nostalgia and modern comforts

Despite being built in 2011, this replica of a 1920s classic at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/10-lenane-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-90570/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">10 Lenane Street</a> in Queanbeyan is almost indistinguishable from its heritage-listed counterparts.<div>
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Nestled deep in a cul-de-sac, the California bungalow-style home will charm with well-manicured hedges and classic stained-glass windows.“The windows are lead lined and have been sourced from around New South Wales, and the garden is mature and well landscaped.” <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/ray-white-queanbeyan-jerrabomberra/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray White</a> sales agent <a href="/agents/brad-omara/">Brad O’Mara</a> says.“They were keen on honouring the heritage of the surrounding area. They’ve done that really well.”<img alt="Queanbeyan 10 Lenane Place_15" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Queanbeyan_10_Lenane_Place_15.width-800.jpg" width="800">As you look to the home’s right, you’ll notice a two-car garage built in the same style, complete with a spacious and versatile loft on its second story.Reclaimed features like the ornamental front door, repurposed gate, and lead-lined stained windows have made inter-war features a defining characteristic of the home’s design.As you enter the combined kitchen and living area, you’ll notice the theme extends throughout – all while retaining the comforts of modern living.<img alt="Queanbeyan 10 Lenane Place_24" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Queanbeyan_10_Lenane_Place_24.width-800.jpg" width="800">Great care was taken to ensure that modern features like the stone-top island bench merge seamlessly with moulded wooden cabinets and reclaimed hardwood floors.With no shortage of storage and fitted with state-of-the-art Miele appliances, this kitchen is both stylish and practical.Extending from the kitchen, a combined meals and family area opens to the patio via three large sliding glass doors with a bespoke hardwood frame.<img alt="Queanbeyan 10 Lenane Place_29" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Queanbeyan_10_Lenane_Place_29.width-800.jpg" width="800">For those who find the open-plan family room a little too modern, look no further than the second formal living room. With three large front-facing windows, a fireplace (with a vintage wooden mantle), and a pendant from the 1920s, this room is the definition of stately.It also leads directly to a large master bedroom that has both an ensuite and its own set of three beautiful stained-glass windows.Likewise, the kids have their own space in the form of a rumpus room that connects to three spacious bedrooms and a large shared bathroom.When asked what makes the house stand out, Brad says, “for me, that separation between the kid’s bed and rumpus rooms from the rest of the house is really attractive. For those looking to downsize, it would be great for the grandkids”.<img alt="Queanbeyan 10 Lenane Place_40" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Queanbeyan_10_Lenane_Place_40.width-800.jpg" width="800">Stepping outside, the backyard has a north-facing outdoor entertainment space with a large north-facing deck.As you descend its steps, you’ll find yourself strolling down a lush grass walkway lined with a diverse variety of plants.Brad highlighted the quality of landscaping.“The garden has been very carefully planned, and the plants are quite established. That really gives a great amount of privacy and they’re great at blocking out the heat in summer.”For many, though, the pièce de résistance will be the incredible 59 sqm loft.With a skylight, toilet and large window, this space could be used for almost anything – the ultimate work-from-home space, a home gym, teenager’s retreat or even short-stay accommodation – the possibilities are endless.<img alt="Queanbeyan 10 Lenane Place_06" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Queanbeyan_10_Lenane_Place_06.width-800.jpg" width="800">Less than a kilometre from the Queanbeyan town centre, the home is just up the road from Queanbeyan Park and lots of other lifestyle options, including Queanbeyan Pool just over the road, and St Gregory’s Primary School is an easy walk away.10 Lenane Street Queanbeyan goes to auction 2pm on Sunday 10 December 2023.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/10-lenane-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-90570/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/california-bungalow-combines-1920s-charm-with-21st-century-comfort/724202" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the RiotACT</a>

Replica of a 1920s classic charms in Queanbeyan with heritage-perfected design and modern comforts

From the second you open the charming front gate at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">11 Meredith Street, Queanbeyan</a>, it’s like going back in time to a Sunday drive to Nan’s for afternoon tea.Built in 1927, it’s the details of the home that transport you back to the days of dirt roads and kerosene lamps: from the front verandah and decorative ceilings to fireplaces and light fittings.<img alt="11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378-image-0-20230808231633650597-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378-i.width-800.jpg" width="800">Sitting in the lounge room of the original home (an extension was added in the 1990s) is like a visit to the regions surrounding Canberra back when you were a kid: when the adults would sit around drinking cups of tea and eating lemon myrtle biscuits while the kids were ordered to go out the back and play.Located in Queanbeyan‘s heritage precinct, the home is now a four bedroom masterpiece, blending nostalgia and modern amenity in the most beautiful way.<img alt="11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378-image-0-20230808231634391148-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378-i.width-800_FssvxhQ.jpg" width="800">“The reason the home feels like you’re visiting a grandparent in a country town is because when this home was built, Queanbeyan was just a very small country town,” sales agent <a href="/agents/jennifer-ward-4/">Jennifer Ward</a> from <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/ward-estate-agents/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ward Estate Agents</a> says.“It was bushland beyond Stornaway Road.”The current owners of 11 Meredith Street have lovingly restored it over the past five years, and the details are staggering; from Blackbutt timber floors, sandstone fireplaces, a ‘vintage’ Smeg oven in the new kitchen and double glazing throughout.<img alt="11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378-image-0-20230808231632692350-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378-i.width-800_VhnM7Ve.jpg" width="800">It’s so close to the main street of Queanbeyan you can smell the steaks cooking at the Royal Hotel, and yet the property is whisper quiet: like being out in the country. The current owners are moving away, but “wish they could literally pick the house up and take it with them” Jen says.She described the heritage home as &quot;the kind of home you buy and never leave&quot;, given its proximity to the Queanbeyan town centre, but also because in a way the gorgeous restoration is a kind of “haven”.<img alt="11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378-image-0-20230808231635164251-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378-i.width-800_wpFiosO.jpg" width="800">“You walk out the front door on Meredith Street and you see the old butcher shop, the old corner shop and a simply stunning street lined with heritage homes,” Jen says.“It’s a special part of Queanbeyan and a truly special house.”The new owners of 11 Meredith Street will be able to walk to iconic Queanbeyan events like the Multicultural Festival, Carols in the Park and the Queanbeyan Show. But major events can also be hosted at home, with a charming back deck, lawn and huge driveway area meaning the whole family will be keen to gather at the home for Christmas, New Year’s and birthday parties.<img alt="11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378-image-0-20230808231636382415-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378-i.width-800_T03wu6M.jpg" width="800">According to Jen, interest in the property has been huge with many Queanbeyan residents and people who grew up in the city keen to see what one of the city’s original homes looks like.“Open homes have been massive,” she says.“The cars have been lining Meredith Street – it almost looked like there was a big event on at town park.”Number 11 Meredith Street, Queanbeyan, goes to auction at 12.30pm this Saturday 2 September 2023.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/11-meredith-street-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-84378/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>

Queanbeyan heritage home 'like a Sunday visit to nan's house' with a stunning modern twist

There’s a little mystery surrounding <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/127-stornaway-road-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-55253/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this stunning 97-year-old cottage</a> on Queanbeyan’s Stornaway Road.The two-bedroom home, which is currently for sale at around the million dollar mark, features the most incredible detailing across its air vents and on the ceiling. While interior roof detailing was not unusual for homes built in the 1920s, it is the ‘theme’ of the detail that has sales agent <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/bianca-way/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bianca Way</a>, of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/home-holly/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">home.by holly</a> intrigued.<img alt="127-stornaway-road-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-55253-image-0-20220328020142886177-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/127-stornaway-road-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-55253-i.width-800.jpg" width="800">“There are lots of theological motifs featured in the ceiling and air vent plaster work, cherubs and crosses all surrounded by quite feminine flowers and detailing,” Bianca says.“The property backs onto the gardens of the Baptist church so I am curious to know if perhaps the home was first built for someone associated with the church.”Complete with a white picket fence, the house at 127 Stornaway Road pre-dates most of Canberra - including Old Parliament House, the War Memorial and the Melbourne and Sydney buildings. The first owners would have been living on the edge of town at the time the house was built, but today the cottage is as central as it gets; within walking distance of Queanbeyan’s beautiful town park and the restaurants along the main street.<img alt="127-stornaway-road-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-55253-image-0-20220328020146515864-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/127-stornaway-road-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-55253-i.width-800_SbTQNgS.jpg" width="800">You can feel the history as soon as you step in the front door, Bianca says, and original details have been beautifully maintained against some more modern features like a new kitchen and bi-fold doors out to the deck.“The heritage detailing is so captivating, the ceilings and the pinky-purple leadlight windows are utterly enchanting,” Bianca says.“Standing in the massive garden makes you feel as if you’re in the grounds of your own private heritage homestead.“It’s quintessential Queanbeyan - charming, unexpected and a little bit off-beat!”<img alt="127-stornaway-road-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-55253-image-0-20220328020146757435-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/127-stornaway-road-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-55253-i.width-800_LYIVAM6.jpg" width="800">The house is drawing interest from a diverse range of buyers, from extended families to creatives to downsizers and, largely because the property comes with one-bedroom studio, complete with its own giant workshop or office.“That’s one of the best things about the studio, it’s so versatile,” Bianca says.“We’ve set up as a fantastic guest room, and it could easily be used for multigenerational living, an Airbnb, or an amazing home office.“It’s been used by several artisans and makers over the years as a studio and workshop, and even the heritage adviser from the council mentioned how spectacular it would be as a master bedroom if it were joined to the main cottage with an extension.”<img alt="127-stornaway-road-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-55253-image-0-20220328020149323273-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/127-stornaway-road-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-55253-i.width-800_foC1zIo.jpg" width="800">The current owners of the home purchased it when high prices in Canberra’s inner north and south forced them to cast their attention to Queanbeyan.“They discovered the amazing art community and felt right at home,” Bianca says.“I imagine the new owners may be quite similar.”<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/127-stornaway-road-queanbeyan-nsw-2620-55253/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing for 127 Stornaway Road, Queanbeyan, here.</a>

Was this stunning cottage on Queanbeyan’s Stornaway Road built for a priest?

A rare opportunity has arisen to secure a stunning home in the heritage-listed Corroboree Park Precinct of Ainslie.Located in one of Canberra’s most iconic and sought-after suburbs, the Corroboree Park precinct is a distinctive and rare example of early Canberra planning and timber government housing.An historic precinct, the Corroboree Park Urban Conservation area is set in a striking layout of crescents focused on Corroboree Park, a focal point of community gatherings and often referred to as the heart of Ainslie.The precinct’s timber houses were constructed from 1925 to 1929 and are well-regarded examples of Federal Capital architecture, while the design exemplifies the ‘garden city’ concepts of planning in Canberra.<img alt="25-Corroboree-Park-AINSLIE-4.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/25-Corroboree-Park-AINSLIE-4.width-800.jpg" width="800">Houses in this area rarely come onto the market.The original 1926 weatherboard worker’s cottage at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/25-corroboree-park-ainslie-act-2602-48812/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">25 Corroboree Park</a> has been renovated and upgraded while retaining its old-world charm. With high ceilings, picture rails, timber sash windows and even the old Bakelite light switches, you can’t help but feel the history of Canberra in this house, with the convenience of five bedrooms and two bathrooms.This heritage home is an oasis close to the city, set on a 1138 square metre block directly opposite the park.The modern extension by local builder Malcolm Kelly of Habitat Constructions is the new hub of the family home with open plan family and dining areas adjoining a spacious kitchen. Sunlight floods these rooms year-round and turns the polished concrete floors into a winter heat bank.<img alt="25-Corroboree-Park-AINSLIE-3.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/25-Corroboree-Park-AINSLIE-3.width-800.jpg" width="800">LJ Hooker Dickson selling agent <a href="/agents/stephen-bunday/">Stephen Bunday</a> says, “Malcolm is an Ainslie local. He has done a lot of heritage extensions and is fastidious in his attention to detail”.“The outdoor entertaining area flows naturally from the family and dining area, ensuring that those who love to entertain during the Spring and Summer months can enjoy an indoor/outdoor lifestyle,” Stephen says.The bedroom wing takes full advantage of its north-easterly orientation and is well serviced by the large modern bathroom, featuring a full-sized bathtub. The rooms in this wing are filled with light with window views out to the meticulously manicured gardens that flower for most of the year.Wander around the red brick paths to find fruit trees, herbs, a vegetable garden and a chicken coop. A 10,000-litre underground rainwater tank helps to keep the garden green all year round.<img alt="25-Corroboree-Park-AINSLIE-1.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/25-Corroboree-Park-AINSLIE-1.width-800.jpg" width="800">There is plenty of storage with an oversized double garage, storage loft and mudroom/laundry with extra shelving and cupboards.With access to the tennis and basketball courts across the road and a very popular BBQ and playground at your doorstep, you will have a great choice of meeting friends in the park or entertaining at home.The base of Mount Ainslie and the Mount Pleasant bike trails are just a short stroll away. With Lonsdale Street and Ainslie shops close by, you may never have to leave the neighbourhood.Stephen says the opportunity to secure a slice of Canberra’s history seldom comes around.“Only five houses have sold on this street in my 25 years of real estate in this area. These houses are very tightly held.”To arrange a private inspection at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/25-corroboree-park-ainslie-act-2602-48812/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">25 Corroboree Park</a> in Ainslie, contact <a href="/agents/stephen-bunday/">Stephen Bunday</a> on 0416 014 431.Article was originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/meander-down-the-garden-path-in-ainslie/504544" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotAct.</a>*Zango is committed to continue connecting people with places safely. For the latest information, we encourage you to speak with the listed agent for the property, stay safe.

Meander down the garden path in Ainslie

Once described as “ostentatious” by a local historian, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/55-campbell-street-moruya-nsw-2537-48586/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">55 Campbell Street</a> in Moruya is the pièce de résistance of the coastal town.The affectionately dubbed ‘Lynwood’ dates back to 1914. Leading timber merchant for the South Coast, George Henry James, was appointed to Moruya in 1910 and was adamant to only have the best of the best for himself.With the aid of a district architect and local tradesmen, he set about constructing the vast three-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage on some prime real estate near the centre of town.Over a century later, Brian and his partner drove past in their car, noticing the ‘for sale’ sign out the front.<img alt="55-Campbell-St-Moruya-1.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/55-Campbell-St-Moruya-1.width-800.jpg" width="800">The couple lived in a Sydney apartment but regularly visited a family beach house in Broulee to break from the city and get some fresh sea breeze.“We used to drive past this place many times going to coffee and always loved the look of it and thought how great it would be to live there,” Brian says.On closer inspection of the property on that day in 2012, they took one look at the beautiful established gardens and the grand entrance hall with its pressed metal walls and were sold.“End of story. It’s probably crazy coming from an apartment to what was advertised as a five-bedroom house, but we’ve had such great times here.”<img alt="55-Campbell-St-Moruya-11.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/55-Campbell-St-Moruya-11.width-800.jpg" width="800">Inside the front gate is a garden filled with the beauty and scent of magnificent roses, a thick hedge providing absolute privacy and sound deadening all around.The ‘whiplash’ arch over the entrance is a strong art-nouveau feature and combined with other handmade features, make for a very charming and sophisticated first impression.The home also features ‘Wunderlich’ pressed metal on both the internal and external walls, which Brian describes as “a very unusual and lavish feature”.There are also two fireplaces, one with the original handmade hearth tiles and the original copper basin in the laundry.<img alt="55-Campbell-St-Moruya-7.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/55-Campbell-St-Moruya-7.width-800.jpg" width="800">Despite the age, Brian says the entire property has been superbly maintained. The only work they’ve done has been to the kitchen and laundry, so a lot of the original features are intact.The entrance hall is like stepping back in time, with those intricately detailed patterns on the walls and ceiling, all still softly lit with the original wall lights.Boasting a spacious formal living and dining room, the talking point will be the original open fireplace.“Coming from a small apartment in Sydney, the feeling of sheer space was the first that stood out to us, especially the high ceilings, big rooms,” Brian says. “It’s like living in another time – a lovely feeling.”<img alt="55-Campbell-St-Moruya-9.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/55-Campbell-St-Moruya-9.width-800.jpg" width="800">A small servery window looks into the dining room and will make entertaining a dream from the large equipped kitchen, complete with a Rayburn fuel stove. While historical, there is also the modern convenience of an electric free-standing cooker. An expansive walk-in pantry with a wall of shelving also has its own servery window.Lovingly known as the ‘Peacock Lounge’ for obvious reasons, the second living room at the back of the home has its own built-in storage that could easily double as an additional bedroom.The north-facing master bedroom includes an ensuite, dressing room and office, and all are naturally bright. A window seat with original stained glass overlooks the sports fields and is framed by beautiful mountain views.The second bedroom hosts its own fireplace and door to the western part of the verandah.<img alt="55-Campbell-St-Moruya-8.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/55-Campbell-St-Moruya-8.width-800.jpg" width="800">Tucked neatly away behind the laundry is the home office or art studio, with its own balcony for privacy or inspiration.Original renewed timber floors add rich character to the home throughout. And there is always more storage space in the original heritage shed, next to the old outhouse.Brian says it’s a very reluctant sale.“It’s something neither of us wants to do; we both love the house and have loved living in Moruya. But we’re relocating to Brisbane for family reasons.”<img alt="55-Campbell-St-Moruya-2.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/55-Campbell-St-Moruya-2.width-800.jpg" width="800">This home will be auctioned on site at 11 am on Sunday, 28 November.To find out more about <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/55-campbell-street-moruya-nsw-2537-48586/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">55 Campbell Street</a> in Moruya, or to arrange an inspection, contact <a href="/agents/dawn-mason/">Dawn Mason</a> on 0424 847 522.*Zango is committed to continue connecting people with places safely. For the latest information, we encourage you to speak with the listed agent for the property, stay safe.

Step back in time to the grand art-nouveau era in this heritage coastal homestead

A senior architect in the Works Branch of the Department of the Interior, Cuthbert Whitley designed many of Canberra’s government buildings and public housing in the 1930s and 40s, but there’s one house that received a little extra love – his own home.Three generations of the Whitley/Nicolls family have lived in the home at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/19-currong-street-reid-act-2612-48482/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">19 Currong Street</a> in Reid, and after 90 years, they have made the heart-breaking decision to sell.<a href="/agents/homebyholly/">home.byholly</a> sales agent <a href="/agents/holly-komorowski/">Holly Komorowski</a> says the sale is very sentimental for the family, with all the memories of childhood, family and friends encompassed within the bricks and mortar of this special property built around 1935.<img alt="19-Currong-St-Reid-2.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/19-Currong-St-Reid-2.width-800.jpg" width="800">“I know it’s difficult for the family to let it go, but onto new chapters and adventures,” she said.Holly says the gorgeous heritage home has been fully renovated but retains many original features, including gleaming timber floors, two wood-burning fireplaces, sash windows, ornate ceilings and art deco tiles in the bathroom.“The 1930s character is interwoven into the fabric of the new and the old,” she said.“The property has been meticulously refurbished, while still retaining many key original features that speak to the integrity of the design and character.”From the street, the Canberra red brick facade is striking against the established gardens creating an urban oasis right on the city’s doorstep.<img alt="19-Currong-St-Reid-7.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/19-Currong-St-Reid-7.width-800.jpg" width="800">Holly says the four-bedroom home embodies grace and style, delivering an impressive blend of period elegance, contemporary style, and family flexibility.“The home presents with a modern flexible floor plan of four bedrooms, ensuite and bathroom, whilst retaining heritage detailing,” she said.The updated kitchen is ready for a new family to create more memories, surrounded by the original 1930 kitchen cabinetry that has been perfectly integrated with a new island bench and modern Miele appliances set into a brick hearth.The kitchen and casual living area opens out onto a covered all-seasons room overlooking the cottage gardens, a relaxing space for family gatherings any time of year.<img alt="19-Currong-St-Reid-6.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/19-Currong-St-Reid-6.width-800.jpg" width="800">The original, working fireplaces in the formal lounge and formal dining rooms are a stand-out features, adding to the genuine period feel and keeping the home cosy during winter.Unwind in the master bedroom with a walk-in robe, external door and modern en-suite finished in luxurious Italian porcelain tiles.The home has been updated and modernised for 2021, with a 21-panel solar system, gas heating and sustainable gardens.The established gardens are curated and filled with edible and fruiting kitchen plants, as well as old fashioned plantings of rhododendron, camellias and dogwoods.<img alt="19-Currong-St-Reid.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/19-Currong-St-Reid.width-800.jpg" width="800">Holly says the thoughtful garden design offers privacy, alfresco areas to enjoy, planned garden rooms, productive kitchen plantings and vegetables.“I think the edible gardens play a very big part in this property, with vegetables and fruit trees – it’s a really holistic way to live,” Holly said.Nestled on a 1242 square metre block, the property also boasts a single garage with storage and roller door access, an attached carport and ample off-street parking.The home is located in a premium position, opposite the Dirrawan Park precinct which three generations of children have called their playground.<img alt="19-Currong-St-Reid-4.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/19-Currong-St-Reid-4.width-800.jpg" width="800">“There is indeed something very special about this home with its foundations reaching right back to Canberra’s earliest days,” Holly said.“It’s a little piece of Canberra’s history which makes up the fabric of our city.”Marion and Walter Griffin’s 1916 plan for Canberra aimed to create healthy working and living environments for urban residents based on the international Garden City movement.“Protected with a heritage-listed overlay, this wonderful home fulfils to this day his vision of a ‘Garden City’ plan,” Holly added.To arrange a private inspection at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/19-currong-street-reid-act-2612-48482/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">19 Currong Street</a> in Reid, contact <a href="/agents/holly-komorowski/">Holly Komorowski</a> on 0434 973 987.Article was originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/architects-family-selling-elegant-heritage-home-in-reid-after-90-years/504875" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotAct.</a>*Zango is committed to continue connecting people with places safely. For the latest information, we encourage you to speak with the listed agent for the property, stay safe.

Architect’s family selling elegant heritage home in Reid after 90 years

It’s not often homes in Ainslie’s Corroboree Park Heritage Precinct come on the market, so it’s an opportunity not to be missed when they do.Set against the backdrop of Mount Ainslie among historic parks and gardens, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/18-higgins-crescent-ainslie-act-2602-44168/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">18 Higgins Crescent</a> offers peaceful family living just moments from the city and embodies the Garden City vision as intended in Canberra’s early history.<img alt="Zango Website_News Articles_Hero &amp; Sub Image_v2.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Zango_Website_News_Articles_Hero__Sub_Image_v2.width-800_tpv6cFb.jpg" width="800">Originally a heritage workers cottage, the home has been reimagined and adapted for modern life while retaining a beautiful original façade with hallmark terracotta roof tiles, red brick chimney and sash windows.The home’s original floor plan has been cleverly extended to seamlessly integrate the established with the new, with a stunning extension and renovations designed by award-winning architect Adam Hobill.<a href="/agents/holly-komorowski/">Holly Komorowski</a> of home.by holly says the renovation preserves the home’s original detailing while breathing new life into the property.<img alt="Zango Website_News Articles_Hero &amp; Sub Image_v24.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Zango_Website_News_Articles_Hero__Sub_Image_v2.width-800_0QrScKb.jpg" width="800">“The calibre of renovation is simply remarkable,” Holly said.“Step through the custom-commissioned black timber doors and it’s a spectacular vista of architectural detailing and modern, executive living.”With four bedrooms and study, plus a fully self-contained studio with kitchen, bathroom and living areas, Holly says the home is perfect for a growing family.The nine-foot ceilings, front lounge fireplace, picture rails and gleaming original WA Kiara floorboards create a space that balances a sense of comfort and cosiness with space and personality.<img alt="Zango Website_News Articles_Hero &amp; Sub Image_v22.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Zango_Website_News_Articles_Hero__Sub_Image_v2.width-800_2td7vma.jpg" width="800">The original features blend seamlessly with contemporary bathrooms, built-in robes and double-glazed glass doors.A gourmet kitchen, with Caesarstone benchtops, integrated six-burner Highland gas cooktop, with two wok burners and built-in wine fridge, flows onto the open plan living area and outside to a private covered entertaining area with pizza oven.This home has the best of old and new and is surrounded by 1175 square metres of stunning cottage gardens filled with camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas, as well as vegetable plots and bee hives.The brick and tile home is located in the heart of the heritage precinct which underpinned the early planning of Canberra as a garden city.<img alt="Zango Website_News Articles_Hero &amp; Sub Image_v28.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Zango_Website_News_Articles_Hero__Sub_Image_v2.width-800_QisvPZm.jpg" width="800">Landscaped parks and avenues of trees merge with private gardens in this beautiful residential environment.Holly said the National Heritage Trust of Australia has established a walking trail around Ainslie’s streets and parks, including Higgins Crescent.The size of the home, and its location close to the Ainslie shops, schools, community hubs, parks and the Braddon precinct, make it highly sought-after.“It’s such a fantastic position close to the city,” she said.“Everyone wants that accessibility, and the home and block of land are a great size for a family.”<img alt="Zango Website_News Articles_Hero &amp; Sub Image_v210.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Zango_Website_News_Articles_Hero__Sub_Image_v2.width-800_GcepqND.jpg" width="800">She said the Corroboree Park Heritage Precinct was a “truly exceptional example of the original Garden City plan with a central park, tennis courts and community hall”.To arrange a private inspection of <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/18-higgins-crescent-ainslie-act-2602-44168/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">18 Higgins Crescent Ainslie</a>, contact <a href="/agents/holly-komorowski/">Holly Komorowski</a> on 0434 973 987.Article was originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/heritage-preserved-in-remarkable-ainslie-cottage-makeover/476105" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotAct.</a>

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