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Set on 53 hectares of high-quality productive agricultural lands with river frontage, this incredible property at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2248-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-97596/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2248 Yass River Road</a>, Yass River, makes the most of its stunning location.Known as Riverdale, the four-bedroom, three-bathroom home is located 35 minutes from north Canberra and a stone’s throw from Murrumbateman.<img alt="2248-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-97596-image-0-20240314220206211592-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="450" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2248-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-97596.width-800_O3xxQpE.jpg" width="800">“This is an opportunity for the lucky new owners to have a turnkey property with all the wonderful benefits of rural lifestyle – the peace and the serenity – in a standout design,” says <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/ray-white/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray White Canberra</a> Licensed Sales Agent <a href="/agents/chris-dixon/">Chris Dixon</a>.The main kitchen has a 5-metre Cesar stone island benchtop, auto-touch-operated doors, an inbuilt Miele pyrolytic oven, steam oven, and combi oven, while a butler’s pantry the size of a ‘normal’ kitchen means there will be no shortage of bench space.“It’s an entertainer’s home,” Chris says.“The kitchen was designed as the focal point, where family and friends can gather and admire the jaw-dropping views.”<img alt="2248-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-97596-image-0-20240314220204856168-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2248-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-97596.width-800.jpg" width="800">The home is set along the Yass River and overlooks the rich alluvial flats, the landscaped gardens and the rolling hills of Yass Valley beyond.Glass stacking doors give easy access to a vast covered deck of around 200 sqm overlooking the backyard and the six-person spa.“This property is particularly appealing because it rests on a long stretch of Yass River,” he says.“There are beautiful sections of the river with rock faces and rock pools where one can swim, fish and have picnics.”The property is connected to the grid with a 12.5 kW solar system. It also features 200,000 litres of rain tank storage, a Davey 3-stage water filtration system and riparian rights.“The new owners will not only appreciate the rural lifestyle on offer, they may also want to use the space for horses or explore primary producer status with cattle and sheep,” Chris says.Riverdale also boasts a four-bay machinery shed, a chook shed, vegetable gardens and a recently built firepit.“There is a real sense of serenity, which is delivered by these expansive views right down the Yass Valley,” Chris says.“You almost feel like you’re floating above the Yass Valley.”<img alt="2248-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-97596-image-0-20240314220201271662-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2248-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-97596.width-800_UEWosh2.jpg" width="800">Chris says Riverdale is a ‘must check out’ home for families looking for a community where they can settle into or those looking to have a rural lifestyle.“You’re on 53 hectares, so there is really good separation between the adjoining properties and enough room for everyone to have their own space,” Chris says.“This a perfect lifestyle property – it is peaceful and quiet.”At under an hour’s drive to Canberra’s northern suburbs, you can enjoy the best of both rural living and city convenience.“For Sergio and Kelly, the current owners, this is where they unwind and leave the day’s stresses and frustrations behind,” Chris says.“It is their quiet space, which allows them to spend quality time with each other.”Sergio and Kelly are selling the property with extra inclusions, meaning the spa, a quad bike and tractor, and other creature comforts come with the beautiful build.“Riverdale means the next owner can walk in, add any furniture they want to bring and be ready to go from day one,” Chris says.2248 Yass River Road, Yass River goes to auction Saturday 20 April 10am.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2248-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-97596/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/unwind-in-style-in-one-of-a-kind-riverside-luxury-with-stunning-views-across-the-yass-valley/756984" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the RiotACT</a>

Relaxation Elevated: Unwind with the best seat in the house

If <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/1-shearsby-crescent-yass-nsw-2582-89951/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">1 Shearsby Crescent</a> is one thing, it isn’t small. Set across 22 acres, the remarkable scenery of this homestead with two additional dwellings, a natural springs-fed lake and private forest holds endless potential.<img alt="1-shearsby-crescent-yass-nsw-2582-89951-image-0-20231107050141441054-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="450" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/1-shearsby-crescent-yass-nsw-2582-89951-image-.width-800_fPSoPJQ.jpg" width="800">As you come down the tree-lined driveway, the property’s residences are in full view, along with the 2.5-acre lake full of yellow fin and silver perch fish.Skirting the water’s edge is a medley of pine, cypress and eucalyptus trees hosting a choir of birds, while beneath them are a flock of sheep and alpacas – which are all included.<a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/lj-hooker-weston-creek/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LJ Hooker</a> licensed agent Pauline Jenkins says there’s nothing comparable to the property, which is only a three to four minute drive away from the centre of Yass and on the town’s water system.“There’s three dwellings on the property,” Ms Jenkins said.“You’ve got the main residence, a one bathroom cottage that is just really neat, and a granny flat that doesn’t actually need council approval because it’s on a trailer so you can relocate it anywhere.“The vendors love the lifestyle, privacy, tranquillity, walking through the pine forest, fishing, watching the kids play in the pool whilst looking out at the stunning views. And, of course, the huge kitchen and master bedroom.”<img alt="1-shearsby-crescent-yass-nsw-2582-89951-image-0-20231213224647619722-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/1-shearsby-crescent-yass-nsw-2582-89951-image-.width-800_dS3Nxwv.jpg" width="800">While the extra three-bedroom residence and transportable granny flat are perfect for additional income or visiting guests, the most striking section of the property is the main homestead.Ms Jenkins says upon entering, you’re struck by how “absolutely stunning” it is, with a very wide hallway and beautiful lights guiding you through to the huge kitchen with a 40 mm stone benchtop and three sinks.“The master bedroom is massive and has a walk-in wardrobe just as big as a small bedroom. Then you’ve got a really large ensuite and this beautiful free-standing bath that looks right out into a gorgeous view of the property,” she said.“You can probably fit two families in it too. But there’s also one bedroom up the hallway that has its own bathroom, a good place to leave the in-laws if you need some privacy.”<img alt="1-shearsby-crescent-yass-nsw-2582-89951-image-0-20231213224644443281-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/1-shearsby-crescent-yass-nsw-2582-89951-image-.width-800_4GMILoB.jpg" width="800">Out the sliding back doors is a salt water swimming pool and outdoor open-air hot tub, which reflect the natural light into the north-facing back of the house.Ms Jenkins says the residences have very good insulation, and some rooms have double-glazed windows.“I went in on a hot 37 degree day and despite a little cooling from the air conditioner in the morning, it was very comfortable and didn’t need anything else until nightfall.”“This is pretty rare, you don’t really find many properties that are so beautiful and tranquil.”1 Shearsby Crescent, Yass is for sale by negotiation. Call LJ Hooker Woden/Weston licensed estate agent <a href="/agents/jane-kusetic/">Jane Macken</a> on 0408 662 119<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/1-shearsby-crescent-yass-nsw-2582-89951/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/theres-nothing-quite-like-this-grand-palace-on-the-edge-of-yass/733155" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the RiotACT</a>

Size beyond belief: Kitchen so spacious, you can cook a 3-course meal and change outfits between bites!

While we’re pretty spoiled for space and stunning bush views in Canberra – even in the inner suburbs – there’s nothing quite like standing on the front porch of your own rural property with a hot cuppa and “just taking it all in”.Life in the beautiful towns surrounding the capital is becoming an increasingly attractive option for Canberrans according to sales agent Troy Thompson, one of the driving forces behind the brand new real estate agency LJ Hooker Country.<img alt="shutterstock_1935304469" class="richtext-image full-width" height="600" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/shutterstock_1935304469.width-800.jpg" width="800">The agency launched this month to service the growing demand for the rural lifestyle that surrounds the capital, and unites some of the region’s most respected agents including Matthew Herbert, Troy Thompson, Kim Gilbert, Daniel Gilbert, Naish Stormon and Marcus Cataldo.“We’re excited to have purchased Gilbert Real Estate to help kick start this business – a fantastic rural real estate agency and we are ectastic to bring on Kim and Daniel Gilbert under the LJ Hooker Country banner,” Troy says.“Kim and Daniel were once owners of LJ Hooker Yass and worked at LJ Hooker Queanbeyan, so it’s a joy to welcome them back to LJ Hooker.“We love what the country has to offer and in Canberra we’re so lucky to have such beautiful communities only a short drive from the city itself.”  <img alt="shutterstock_1380786086" class="richtext-image full-width" height="299" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/shutterstock_1380786086.width-800.jpg" width="800">The LJ Hooker Country team is servicing Murrumbateman, Bungendore, Sutton, Braidwood, Royalla, Michaelgo and their surrounds. The agency has a strong focus on land marketing and specialist team for selling land and subdivisions in rural markets.Property management for country properties is also covered. Former LJ Hooker Yass property manager Lyn Fairweather – a well-known and respected property manager from Yass through to Bungendore – heads up the property management side of the business.<img alt="Sunningdale-7210450_edited" class="richtext-image full-width" height="940" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Sunningdale-7210450_edited.width-800.jpg" width="800">“We think there’s an opportunity to do country property differently,” Matthew Herbert says.“We want to bring the benefits of a large national brand, a strong LJ Hooker Canberra brand, and work with the country areas to help them tap into the benefits of our incredibly strong Canberra network.“Buyers for country property are often living in Canberra but wanting a change. “Listing with LJ Hooker Country means you have 60 of the brand’s Canberra agents helping to expose your property to local buyers.”<img alt="Sunningdale-08318" class="richtext-image full-width" height="571" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Sunningdale-08318.width-800.jpg" width="800">Kim Gilbert says being a country agent means delivering more tailored marketing and sales campaigns, and having a deep understanding of the area you’re selling – from the people to the amenity.“Country property doesn’t always get the same traffic as an inner city apartment so you have to be very tailored with your marketing to find your buyers,” she says.“It’s just good old fashioned customer service and hard work, there are no tricks.”The brand new Sunningdale Estate, in the heart of Murrumbateman, is being marketed by the LJ Hooker Country team. <a href="https://zango.com.au/developments/sunningdale-estate-murrumbateman-nsw-2582/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View block options at Sunningdale Estate.</a>

Always dreamed of owning a rural property? Say hello to the new LJ Hooker Country team

It would be a crime to not consider this Gunning property as you look for your new home.Built in 1847 to serve as the Gunning Police Barracks and Court of Petty Sessions, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2 Wombat Street</a> is now a four-bedroom home literally bursting at the seams with character.<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043145054774-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800.jpg" width="800"><a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/mccann-properties/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">McCann Properties</a> real estate agent <a href="/agents/ian-blackburn/">Ian Blackburn</a> describes the property as &quot;a piece of Australian history&quot;.“It was the police station and Court of Petty Sessions for Gunning and the wider region until it was decommissioned at the turn of the 19th century,&quot; Ian says.“Instead of having people go to a senior court, more minor offences were dealt with at the property.&quot;The original building was built in the late 1800s, Ian says, in the ‘brick nog’ construction method of the era: where a frame was filled with bricks.<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043140816425-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800_IC0LnNf.jpg" width="800">It&#x27;s located on a 3,000sqm block and has two separate wings out the back of the original building, separated by a gorgeous courtyard. One of these wings is original, while the other has been added, and both connect to the main building by wide verandahs.“The new wing was built in the same style as the original building,” Ian says.“It&#x27;s is an older home, and it still feels like an older home from yesteryear.&quot;The home features timber-lined ceilings, French doors, Australian cedar doors, architraves and skirting boards.<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043144292913-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800_PGCnXkd.jpg" width="800">Throughout the house, there is ducted gas heating, as well as panel heaters and a wood heater to chase away the winter chill.The property also boasts spaces for entertaining, Ian says.“It has the large, deep covered verandahs, but also a very private outdoor entertaining area,&quot; he says.<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043142865186-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800_TLDGOjQ.jpg" width="800">There&#x27;s an existing garden, a butler’s pantry, four parking spaces, a tack room for the horses, two lock-up garages with a car hoist and a dishwasher.Surrounding the home are two stables, three sheds and 5,000 and 1,100-litre water tanks. This is a chance to get in early on a growing community, Ian says.“The school has doubled in size in the last 10 years.&quot; he says.“Gunning itself has got a great community, and a lot of infrastructure for a small town.&quot;<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043144521459-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800_gZK7OvJ.jpg" width="800">Gunning is a 30-minute drive from Goulburn, Yass and Canberra. The heritage property would be a stunning place to work from home.“You can go into the office for a face-to-face meeting with the team, but ever since the COVID pandemic began, Zoom meetings from your living room are all the go now and there’s excellent internet at the property,&quot; Ian says.<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043138580210-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800_Crj8KwW.jpg" width="800">A young family looking to put roots down or those looking for an investment property or Airbnb option should add the property to their list, Ian says.“If you want to move to Gunning and live the quiet life, enjoy the community, that’s something you can do.”<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2 Wombat Street</a>, Gunning, will be auctioned at 4pm on Tuesday 22 August 2023.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/four-bedroom-home-a-piece-of-australian-history-thats-looking-for-a-new-lease-on-life/689137" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Riotact</a>.

Former police station seeks buyers who want a home 'with a story'

This stunning Yass Valley property offers the best in rural living - and it’s just 30 minutes from Canberra.<a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/marq/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MARQ Property</a> licensed agent <a href="/agents/sam-mcgregor/">Sam McGregor</a> says the 26-acre property at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">6 Kurrajong Lane, Manton</a>, has around 150m of river frontage and stunning views that would rival any postcard.<div>
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“It’s set on some of the best country we have ever seen because it’s got beautiful views and river frontage,&quot; Sam says.The beauty continues inside the four-bedroom, two-bathroom home.“The owners really spared no expense building the home,” Sam says.“With high-end finishes, they’ve included everything you could possibly want to have in an ultra-modern, comfortable home in the country.”<img alt="6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259-image-0-20230503004645558906-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259-image-0.width-800_Vsd1PXi.jpg" width="800">The home was built in 2022, making it an almost new-build so the next owner can move straight in. It features an open-plan living-dining room with expansive windows to take in the surrounding views.“It has beautiful high-end finishes with a stunning colour and texture palette,” Sam says.“You’ve got polished concrete floors, a lot of external timber for the facades, and a neutral colour palette, which makes it feel like an earthy, homely, ultra-modern home.”<img alt="6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259-image-0-20230503004642197733-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259-image-0.width-800_HW9JKo2.jpg" width="800">The master suite is absolutely second to none, Sam says, with a master bedroom that&#x27;s twice the size of a standard bedroom. The bedroom opens onto a double ensuite featuring double shower, a freestanding bath and dual vanities.The home is well set up for temperature control with double-glazed windows and doors throughout the house and heated floors underneath. There’s also a slow-combustion fireplace to keep you cosy when the mercury drops.Fans in the bedrooms and reverse cycling air-conditioning mean you can customise the indoor temperature in the warmer months.<img alt="6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259-image-0-20230503004643411625-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259-image-0.width-800_UEArSsS.jpg" width="800">Additionally, a 19.5kW solar system, Tesla batteries and a water tank all help you live sustainably.Sam says the home is perfectly located for Canberrans wanting to make the move to rural living.“It&#x27;s a little bit further than Murrumbateman but not as far as Yass,&quot; Sam says.&quot;Which means you’ve got access to all the amenities of Yass, but you can just duck out onto the highway and you’re back in Canberra in about 30 minutes.”<img alt="6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259-image-0-20230503004643162005-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259-image-0.width-800_emdlLr6.jpg" width="800">According to Sam, it&#x27;s a strong alternative to living in suburban Canberra, even for those who want or need to continue working in the city.“To me, it’s a really appealing rural lifestyle property. If you want a couple of horses, it’s perfect for that, or a small farm with some cattle or sheep to have fun with on the weekend, rather than a farming venture.”The home is located in Walgrove Estate. Walgrove was a historic cattle farm in the 1800s before it was subdivided.<img alt="6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259-image-0-20230503004646218732-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259-image-0.width-800_sAkJcuw.jpg" width="800">“There’s probably only 15 properties, give or take, that are part of this community,&quot; Sam says.“What that means is it’s got a very high-end feel. It’s highly sought-after.”Number 6 Kurrajong Lane, Manton, is for sale by negotiation.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/6-kurrajong-lane-manton-nsw-2582-79259/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/yass-valley-property-offers-stunning-views-river-frontage-and-creature-comforts-you-can-write-home-about/658267" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotACT.</a>

'30 minutes and you're home': Ultra-modern masterpiece with 150m of river frontage

Nature and luxury have combined in this special property with the best of both worlds.Also known as Coolbardie Farm, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2974 Yass River Road</a> rests on 200 acres and offers plenty of space for prospective owners.<div>
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<a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/luton-manuka/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Luton Properties</a> real estate agent <a href="/agents/sophie-luton-2/">Sophie Luton</a> says the sheer size of the property sets it apart from similar rural offerings.“There’s not a huge amount close to Canberra that are this large but also able to have farm animals on it,” she says.To keep the land watered, there are seven dams, one is spring-fed, and reservoirs contain around 300,000 litres.Coolbardie Farm also boasts cattle yards, a chook pen, a vegetable garden, a machinery shed and nine paddocks.<img alt="2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706-image-0-20230329213134328754-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706.width-800.jpg" width="800">A 1.1km stretch of the farm runs along the Yass River, with the elevated property giving stunning views of the surrounding landscape and the river&#x27;s running water.“You can pull up a picnic rug down there, and with the water running, it’s absolutely beautiful,” Sophie says.The four-bedroom, six-bathroom home boasts six parking spaces and all the creature comforts anyone could need, but with a strong focus on being environmentally friendly.<img alt="2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706-image-0-20230329213135287029-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706.width-800_EzEBO6R.jpg" width="800">Coolbardie Farm has a solar passive sustainable design by Adam Hobill, while Yolk Design Studio did the interior design.The main house features recycled timber, including historical Gundaroo bridge timbers, heated concrete flooring, double-glazed windows, a fireplace, an ensuite, a mud room, solar panels connected to the grid, and a deck area.<img alt="2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706-image-0-20230329213136257761-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706.width-800_zB4DSne.jpg" width="800">A separate cottage is also included, with an outdoor wrap-around verandah, fireplace, fire pit and shed.“If it were in Canberra, it would be a multi-million dollar property,” Sophie says.Coolbardie Farm is a 50-minute drive from Canberra, meaning prospective owners can look at working in or visiting the city but come home to a rural lifestyle.<img alt="2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706-image-0-20230329213137508287-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706.width-800_ayUIgkW.jpg" width="800">“There are people who are looking for that rural lifestyle change, to live in a beautiful property on the land and maybe have a few horses or cattle, and a vegetable garden,” Sophie says.“But then there’s also still a lot of people running farms who would be attracted to it.”<img alt="2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706-image-0-20230329213141007169-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706.width-800_RokA8av.jpg" width="800">The current owners use the one-of-a-kind property for cattle.Sophie says in a time of growing awareness of climate change, an increasing number of people are looking for a sustainable lifestyle.“Being eco-friendly is becoming an important thing in everyone’s lives,” she says.The eco-friendly nature of Coolbardie Farm would put prospective owners ahead in their quest for a sustainable home and lifestyle.<img alt="2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706-image-0-20230329213133083187-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706.width-800_p47v3QC.jpg" width="800">“Even more so for someone living on the farm, those things are even more important because you’re living in with nature, so your appreciation for nature and your surrounds are probably going to be that much more important.”Number 2974 Yass River Road will be auctioned at 11am on Sunday 30 April 2023.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2974-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-77706/?imageIndex=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/rural-living-sustainability-and-luxury-come-together-in-this-yass-property/649309" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotACT.</a>

Ultra-luxe home on the Yass River is a masterclass in sustainability

Mention ‘Capricorn Park Stud’ to Canberrans and they’ll picture white fences streaming for hundreds of metres along the Barton Highway, with rambling bushes of red Dublin Bay roses dotted between them.The property, located about 15km north of Canberra, on the way to Murrumbateman and Yass, is a bit of a Canberra icon. Established in the late 1960s (that explains the old sign with the retro orange font - who remembers it?), the property was originally a cowboy-style Quarterhorse training and breeding facility.<img alt="84-capricorn-place-murrumbateman-nsw-2582-78106-image-0-20230406031639105480-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/84-capricorn-place-murrumbateman-nsw-2582-7810.width-800.jpg" width="800">In the early 1990s, new owners changed it to a first-class Thoroughbred training facility. Those same owners recently subdivided the huge parcel of land to create multiple properties that now comprise ‘Capricorn Estate’.And the most stunning piece of it — the original homestead and 50-acres — is looking for a new owner.The beautiful six-bedroom, three-bathroom home at <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/84-capricorn-place-springrange-nsw-2618-78106/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">84 Capricorn Place, Springrange</a>, is heaven for humans, but the property is also purpose-built for horses. The equine infrastructure on the property includes eight covered tie-up stalls, a fully enclosed sand roll yard and heated wash bay.<img alt="84-capricorn-place-murrumbateman-nsw-2582-78106-image-0-20230406031639516587-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/84-capricorn-place-murrumbateman-nsw-2582-7810.width-800_ONrahGz.jpg" width="800"><a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/marq/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MARQ Property</a> licensed agent <a href="/agents/sam-mcgregor/">Sam McGregor</a> says Capricorn is a property Canberrans feel a real affinity for.“Travelling along the Barton Highway speaks to road trips with the family, visiting relatives in Yass, Wagga, Tumut and Melbourne,” Sam says.“There isn’t a Canberran out there that hasn’t driven past property at one time or another and been impressed by its position along the road, the racetrack and the immaculate gardens.“As we’ve watched Canberra and the region grow, the property has never changed. It’s always been a staple of white fencing, green lawns and red roses.”<img alt="84-capricorn-place-murrumbateman-nsw-2582-78106-image-0-20230406031640482006-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/84-capricorn-place-murrumbateman-nsw-2582-7810.width-800_qa3ig0m.jpg" width="800">In an attention-grabbing twist, Sam’s marketing the property using lines from classic Aussie movie The Castle (think “How’s the serenity?” and “A man’s home is his castle”).“The property is as iconic to the Canberra region as that movie is to Australians,” Sam says.“The movie is about family, love, community and road trips — and travelling down the Barton Highway is about long weekends spent with family at Wee Jasper, Good Hope and Lake Eucumbene, the local equivalent of Bonnie Doon.“That mixed with the juxtaposition of a grand home in a grand location.”<img alt="84-capricorn-place-murrumbateman-nsw-2582-78106-image-0-20230406031641514895-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/84-capricorn-place-murrumbateman-nsw-2582-7810.width-800_WVr9yT1.jpg" width="800">It’s a clever marketing strategy but Sam knows the Capricorn homestead will likely sell to “equine enthusiasts and/or people with a desire for a country lifestyle with no closer proximity to Canberra”.Number 84 Capricorn Place, Springrange, backs onto Jeir Creek and overlooks a privately established and maintained 12-hole golf course.The price guide for the property is $2.8 to $3.1 million.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/84-capricorn-place-springrange-nsw-2618-78106/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>

White fences and red roses: the iconic Capricorn Park Stud is on the market

It looks like a house from the set of a Netflix period drama but this home fronting the Yass River was actually built in the 1980s.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/428-yass-river-road-yass-nsw-2582-75579/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">428 Yass River Road</a> rests on 25 acres and has ample space for family and friends to join you as you relax in the countryside.According to <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/ray-white-rural-canberra-yass/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ray White Rural Canberra and Yass</a> real estate agent <a href="/agents/david-alexander/">David Alexander</a>, the property&#x27;s Victorian appearance makes it a special home.<img alt="428-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-75579-image-0-20230221040201685083-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/428-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-75579-.width-800_fahjIHk.jpg" width="800">“Obviously, the Victorian-style facade is a unique selling point. That being said, it was built in the 1980s, so you don’t get a lot of the maintenance drawbacks of a property of that era,” David says.The five-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom property features beautiful cornice work throughout the home, 450m of river frontage, exceptional views of the Yass Valley and a north/east aspect.<img alt="428-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-75579-image-0-20230221040202772018-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/428-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-75579-.width-800_wVzTxuG.jpg" width="800">While there are nods to the past in the house – including a fireplace, parquetry flooring and clawfoot bath tub – there’s also the modern comfort of reverse cycle air-conditioning.David says the land surrounding the home is just as stunning as the house itself.“There are some shallow rock pools where you can see lots of fish - which is sure to make for some great adventures with the kids or lazy meanders,&quot; he says.<img alt="428-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-75579-image-0-20230221040205120450-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/428-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-75579-.width-800_mDzznNK.jpg" width="800">The home offers sweeping views of the rolling green hills and leafy trees from the verandah, which wraps around two sides of the house, and the outdoor entertaining space.David says the property suits those wanting plenty of space for a family to spread out or to entertain friends.Two garden sheds, lawn space, paddocks and a double garage with internal access to the house will provide the new owners with all the room they could ask for.<img alt="428-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-75579-image-0-20230221040212232320-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/428-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-75579-.width-800_i7KYOf3.jpg" width="800">David says those wanting to work from home or a in search of a quieter lifestyle should put 428 Yass River Road on the must-see list.“There’s an excellent study with a view out the window; you’ve got a powder room attached to the study, as well,&quot; he says.“It promises a wonderful family lifestyle with a highly sought-after address.”<img alt="428-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-75579-image-0-20230221040210639176-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/428-yass-river-road-yass-river-nsw-2582-75579-.width-800_k8iKgSp.jpg" width="800">This one-of-a-kind property combines space with elegance and luxury but doesn’t sacrifice on location, with both Yass and Canberra a short drive away.Number <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/428-yass-river-road-yass-nsw-2582-75579/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">428 Yass River Road</a> will be auctioned at 11am on Sunday 26 March 2023.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/428-yass-river-road-yass-nsw-2582-75579/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and publish by the <a href="https://the-riotact.com/victorian-esque-property-on-25-acres-with-yass-river-frontage/639677" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">RiotACT.</a>

Victorian-style homestead on Yass River actually built in the 1980s

If you&#x27;re thinking about a move away from the city and into the country in 2023, these women have some sage advice about the benefits and challenges of doing so.<h2 data-block-key="fg7oo">Melanie Greenhalgh, Sutton NSW</h2><img alt="Mel Greenhalgh" class="richtext-image full-width" height="1200" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Mel_Greenhalgh.width-800.jpg" width="800">Melanie moved to Sutton in 2006 and lives with her husband, two teenagers, a dog, a cat, and loads of kangaroos, rabbits and ducks.<h3 data-block-key="bket1">Pros of living in Sutton</h3>It&#x27;s country living with all the amenity of city convenience for both kids and adults, like education, sports, hospitals, medical, shopping, cafes and entertainment. The stars are so bright and clear at night because there are no street lights - it makes you realise you&#x27;re but a tiny part of a massive universe!<h3 data-block-key="1m999">The cons</h3>Postal deliveries take longer to arrive. And friends always need a designated driver when they come for dinner and drinks.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=sale&amp;address_suburb=Sutton,%202620,%20NSW&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=price&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View properties for sale in and around Sutton, NSW</a><h2 data-block-key="12tl0">Lauren McGregor, Yass</h2><img alt="FamilyPhotos_Dec2021_WebRes-9754.JPG" class="richtext-image full-width" height="1199" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/FamilyPhotos_Dec2021_WebRes-9754.width-800.jpg" width="800">Lauren moved to Yass in 2015 and lives with her husband, her 20-month-old son, seven dogs and two horses. She moved to Yass because she &quot;wanted more space. After 12 months of living on 234sqm in Gungahlin, we couldn’t do it anymore.&quot;<h3 data-block-key="eg8gq">The pros of living in Yass</h3>Equal parts the space (we’re on 10 acres and it’s our peaceful piece of the world) and the community. Everyone smiles at you as you walk down the street and it’s so easy to make friends. Also - I can sunbake naked in my backyard and no-one can see me, so no tan lines!<h3 data-block-key="54jpc">The cons</h3>If you’d asked me that even 12 months ago I would have said the need for versus the lack of big amenity, but that’s changing and at a rapid pace. There are so many new businesses set to open their doors across the Yass Valley in 2023, including a new gym, Indian restaurant, Two Before 10 cafe and I am so excited about it.Honestly, I think by the end of next year, it will most definitely be possible for families to only have to travel across the border one a month (or in my case once a fortnight) to get their Westfield hit and that’s about it.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=Yass,%202582,%20NSW&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=price&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View properties for sale in and around Yass, NSW</a><h2 data-block-key="5ebjs">Lindsay Anderson, Tumut NSW</h2><img alt="Lindsay family" class="richtext-image full-width" height="571" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Lindsay_family.width-800.jpg" width="800">Lindsay moved to Tumut in 2020 and lives with her partner, three children and two dogs. She moved to Tumut because &quot;my partner Trent was born and bred in the Tumut region and we wanted to try small town living instead of the hustle and bustle of the capital city.&quot;<h3 data-block-key="brudn">The pros of living in Tumut</h3>So many! For me, it&#x27;s the people. The strong sense of community: they mourn together and celebrate together. Nothing is too much trouble, it&#x27;s laid back and when we arrived, everyone made us feel so welcome. Our kids have thrived and made some really good friends through school and sporting clubs.<h3 data-block-key="8cidn">The cons</h3>Not many. I don&#x27;t miss malls at all! I did, however, sit in the Khub (it&#x27;s a tiny version of Kmart) carpark when we first moved here, bawling my eyes out because they didn&#x27;t sell any decent work-worthy shoes (which I needed to start my new job the next day!)<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_region=Tumut&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=price&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View properties for sale in the Tumut, NSW, region</a>

Three former Canberrans on their decision to move to country NSW

Going to Nan and Pop’s house was always a visceral experience: a feeling of home away from home. Plush carpet and smooth lino underfoot, glossy laminate benchtops and pastel bathrooms. Outside the smell of fresh cut grass while you spent summers in a blow-up pool or swinging on the hills hoist.This wrap of listings that look just like Nan and Pop&#x27;s house will take you straight back into your pajama-wearing, cartoon-watching, Arnotts Assorted biscuits-eating childhood.<h3 data-block-key="3cecq"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/4-jagara-street-aranda-act-2614-69496/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">4 Jagara Street, Aranda</a></h3><img alt="4-jagara-street-aranda-act-2614-69496-image-0-20221120221706519822-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/4-jagara-street-aranda-act-2614-69496-image-0-.width-800_dkEES19.jpg" width="800">This dual level home was definitely once home to rich grandparents - it even has a bidet! Fancy architectural design features continue throughout, including a huge bay window in the master suite, smooth curved archways and matching windows add an element of sophistication. Glossy parquetry floors underfoot bring a timeless addition to the open plan living and dining areas.<img alt="4-jagara-street-aranda-act-2614-69496-image-0-20221113233357370317-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/4-jagara-street-aranda-act-2614-69496-image-0-.width-800_JL2hyOo.jpg" width="800">The kitchen and bathrooms marry contemporary comforts with nan and pop&#x27;s vintage vibes. Downstairs is an expansive storage and workshop area ideal for tinkering with cars or turning into a studio. Outdoors presents beautiful stone pavement all the way to an entertaining area perfect for family Chistmases and Easters. <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/4-jagara-street-aranda-act-2614-69496/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a><h3 data-block-key="9bcj9"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/63-shakespeare-crescent-fraser-act-2615-69478/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">63 Shakespeare Crescent, Fraser</a></h3><img alt="63-shakespeare-crescent-fraser-act-2615-69478-image-0-20221121004635547254-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/63-shakespeare-crescent-fraser-act-2615-69478-.width-800_al2NF2Y.jpg" width="800">This Nan and Pop home has had a spiffy update while retaining the features we love, like a good sized carport and a hills hoist. And how about the soap dishes in the shower, and the timber curtain pelmets in the bedrooms?!<img alt="63-shakespeare-crescent-fraser-act-2615-69478-image-0-20221114021641520658-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/63-shakespeare-crescent-fraser-act-2615-69478-.width-800.jpg" width="800">The layout of this five-bedroom home allows for a children’s wing with bathroom and a totally private master retreat. The timber kitchen is the central hub to the flexible living and meals areas. The substantial alfresco space at the rear of the home is fully enclosed and allows for the perfect indoor/outdoor lifestyle, catering to all the Canberran elements.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/63-shakespeare-crescent-fraser-act-2615-69478/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a><h3 data-block-key="6q3gm"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/29-adamson-crescent-wanniassa-act-2903-70254/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">29 Adamson Crescent, Wanniassa</a></h3><img alt="29-adamson-crescent-wanniassa-act-2903-70254-image-0-20221115220131412082-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/29-adamson-crescent-wanniassa-act-2903-70254-i.width-800.jpg" width="800">A classic Canberra dwelling in the much-loved Waniassa hills. The bathroom and kitchen are still in their full 1970s glory: featuring sunshine yellow laminate benchtops and yellow bathroom highlights (namely, toilet seat).<img alt="29-adamson-crescent-wanniassa-act-2903-70254-image-0-20221115220129801074-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/29-adamson-crescent-wanniassa-act-2903-70254-i.width-800_6Bx0trH.jpg" width="800">Stunning timber accents and lofty vaulted ceilings make us feel like a pretty posh nan and pop lived here. The upper level of the home has an expansive living area complemented by a full length deck. The master suite - aka nan&#x27;s bedroom - is also on this level, with built-in robes, ensuite and its own private deck.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/29-adamson-crescent-wanniassa-act-2903-70254/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a><h3 data-block-key="krm"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/1480-yass-valley-way-yass-nsw-2582-68926/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">1480 Yass Valley Way, Yass</a></h3><img alt="1480-yass-valley-way-yass-nsw-2582-68926-image-0-20221116061630311205-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/1480-yass-valley-way-yass-nsw-2582-68926-image.width-800_w9kKivO.jpg" width="800">This is the Nan and Pop that had a farmhouse, where you spent school holidays filled with animals and adventures. Three hectares of beautiful Banjo Creek land in the Yass Valley. A true country cottage, built in 1945 and featuring original charming features: french doors, double hung windows, picture rails and a white picket fence.<img alt="1480-yass-valley-way-yass-nsw-2582-68926-image-0-20221116061631833216-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/1480-yass-valley-way-yass-nsw-2582-68926-image.width-800.jpg" width="800">The green garden and lawns leads you down to the bubbling creek and horse lovers will adore the full size dressage arena, two horse stables with yards and paddocks with shelters.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/1480-yass-valley-way-yass-nsw-2582-68926/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a><h3 data-block-key="8n7l"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/11-sharwood-crescent-evatt-act-2617-69284/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">11 Sharwood Crescent, Evatt</a></h3><img alt="11-sharwood-crescent-evatt-act-2617-69284-image-0-20221115041633875538-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/11-sharwood-crescent-evatt-act-2617-69284-imag.width-800_hYOXtke.jpg" width="800">This three-bedroom, one-bathroom home is as cute as can be. Floor to ceiling timber framed windows in the living areas and bedrooms fill the home with sunshine and provide views of the surrounding gardens. The contemporary kitchen boasts Bosch gas cooking, stone bench tops, soft close drawers, dishwasher, and underfloor gas heating.<img alt="11-sharwood-crescent-evatt-act-2617-69284-image-0-20221115041634223975-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="600" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/11-sharwood-crescent-evatt-act-2617-69284-imag.width-800.jpg" width="800">The bathroom has been recently renovated and has a separate toilet. Outside features immaculate mature gardens ideal for the keen gardener. It even has a vintage hills hoist for the kids to swing on! Moments from Lake Ginninderra, University of Canberra and the Belconnen town centre.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/11-sharwood-crescent-evatt-act-2617-69284/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>

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From the minute you approach the grand driveway of <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">13 Wilson Place, Yass</a>, you&#x27;re overwhelmed by the combination of spectacular countryside views and modern design.<a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/timothy-road/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Timothy Road</a> real estate agent <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/tim-mcinnes-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tim McInnes</a> describes the home as &quot; a one-off, unique opportunity&quot; for anyone interested in a single-level home on a huge 1714sqm block.<img alt="13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20220724221631008374-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20.width-800.jpg" width="800">“This property has got a really grand entrance driveway and beautifully-landscaped yard, and it’s located in a beautiful setting,” Tim says.“I&#x27;d describe it as a Hamptons-inspired home.“The majority of the property enjoys a sun-drenched northerly aspect, and when you enter you’ll see the really amazing fireplace and lounge room, which just adds to the super cosy and comfortable aspect of the home.”<img alt="13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20220724221632177901-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20.width-800_0rQJ036.jpg" width="800">According to Tim, sunsets at the property are simply stunning.“This home is just flooded with natural light,&quot; he says.“It’s also got an open-plan kitchen and living room area with raked ceilings, which are really pleasing and unique.”<div>
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 The living room has a fireplace, and ducted heating and cooling systems are located throughout the home.“You’ve got a living area that basically flows straight off the foyer and then you’ve got another lounge room that’s a cool space to read or watch a movie by the fireplace,” Tim says.“There are also glass sliding doors to both living areas that go out onto the deck.”<img alt="13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20220724221633020509-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20.width-800_dbjkXph.jpg" width="800">The kitchen has a combination of modern stone and stainless steel benchtops, a Smeg six-burner smoke cooker with a 90cm oven, a Bosch dishwasher, soft-close drawers and a fully-integrated fridge.“One of the cool things about the kitchen is that you can see the fireplace and the backyard from the cooktop, so while you’re cooking, you can enjoy those sunset views,&quot; Tim says.The Yass home features four big bedrooms and a study nook, with two bedrooms looking out onto the pool.<img alt="13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20220724221633415035-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20.width-800_9gWX3i7.jpg" width="800">Tim says the pool and outdoor areas are among the best features of the home.“You’re surrounded by enchanting gardens filled with mop tops, roses, silver birches, pear trees, daffodils, fruit trees and agapanthus,” he says.“There’s a sandpit and a little cubby house, making it perfect for families with small children.“The home also has two large water tanks, a double garage and a rear shed.”<img alt="13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20220724221634991745-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20.width-800_QyccQvR.jpg" width="800">Mount Carmel School, Yass Public School, Clementine’s bakery, Thyme to Taste, Roses Cafe and Yazz Wine Bar are all within walking distance. The neighbours are incredibly friendly.“Your kids can play with their kids and it’s a really safe environment,” Tim says.“It’s got that ‘old world’ feel to it. It’s definitely a great place to nurture friendships.”<img alt="13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20220724221635375031-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339-image-0-20.width-800_XycJZt1.jpg" width="800">And then there’s the location.“It’s at the end of the cul-de-sac so kids can ride their bikes and play basketball – the possibilities are endless,&quot; Tim says.&quot;Up the hill, there’s a big fire pit which overlooks the Yass Valley - a great place to have a fire, toast marshmallows and stargaze at night. The views are just amazing.“There’s a lot of really cool elements to the home. It feels like you’re in your own retreat.”<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/13-wilson-place-yass-nsw-2582-61339/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">13 Wilson Place, Yass</a>, will be auctioned at 11am on Saturday 13 August 2022.Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/immerse-yourself-in-a-hamptons-style-family-retreat-in-yass/577722" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotAct</a>.

Immerse yourself in a Hamptons-style family retreat in Yass

<h2 data-block-key="4wxbk">An unlikely hero during the 2003 bushfires.</h2><img alt="JonStanhope-600x450.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="450" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/JonStanhope-600x450.width-800.jpg" width="600">During the bushfires of 2003, which destroyed 500 homes and killed four people, then Chief Minister Jon Stanhope stripped to his underwear and swam to the rescue of a pilot whose helicopter had crashed into Bendora Dam, in Namadgi National Park.<h2 data-block-key="841l2">Yass could have been the nation’s capital.</h2><img alt="shutterstock_1250441644.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="529" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/shutterstock_1250441644.width-800.jpg" width="800">Yass was initially recommended as the site of the capital, with a proposed boundary extending from Lake George to Queanbeyan and incorporating the “sleepy Parish of Canberra”. Initial plans for the capital stated that it had to be in NSW, at least 100 miles from Sydney and at least 100 square miles in size.<h2 data-block-key="213cf">Tuggeranong means ‘cold valley’.</h2><img alt="shutterstock_1422958913.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="600" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/shutterstock_1422958913.width-800.jpg" width="800">The Ngambri people called Tuggeranong the Cold Valley. Not surprising given its proximity to the base of the Brindabellas, often snow-capped during the Canberra winter.<h2 data-block-key="pfq9">And it then became ‘nappy valley’.</h2>The name Nappy Valley was given to Tuggeranong by people living in Canberra’s inner north and south in the 1970s. Those living in established homes in Forrest, Griffith, Red Hill, Narrabundah, Ainslie, Reid, Braddon and Turner, decided it was time for some serious renovations to their homes, and the builders and other tradesmen they employed settled in Tuggeranong.<h2 data-block-key="a30en">Acton was once home to a convict prison.</h2>In 1823, retired Lieutentant Joshua John Moore set up rudimentary huts for his family and workers on the banks of the Molonglo River at Acton, about where the National Museum of Australia now stands. A convict prison was built on Moore’s land in the 1840s, where convicts were housed, flogged and put in the stocks. While the last convict lashing occurred in 1870, the prison stood standing at Acton until the 1920s, when the first buildings of the capital were erected.<h2 data-block-key="fsdej">Edward Crace drowned about where Belconnen stands today.</h2>Ignoring the advice of many men around him, Edward Crace (the namesake of the northern Canberra suburb) forced his driver to attempt to cross a flooded Ginninderra Creek in 1892. The horse and carriage capsized, killing Crace and his driver, George Kemp. The fate of the poor horses is unknown.<h2 data-block-key="3s9ps">Food ordered for the grand opening of Parliament House ended up at Queanbeyan tip.</h2><img alt="shutterstock_101618710.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="472" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/shutterstock_101618710.width-800.jpg" width="800">Thousands were expected to gather in Barton on 9 May 1927, when the provisional Parliament House opened. But few turned up. Enormous platters of meat pies and seafood - made in Sydney and transported down to Canberra by horse and carriage - ended up at the tip in Queanbeyan. (There was no tip in Canberra at the time.)<h2 data-block-key="73s62">New Parliament House cost more than the Snowy Hydro Scheme.</h2><img alt="shutterstock_398035732.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/shutterstock_398035732.width-800.jpg" width="800">In 1988, when New Parliament House opened on Capital Hill, it was the most expensive infrastructure project Australia had ever seen. It was a long overdue project though - the original Parliament House (or “wedding cake”) was meant to house Parliament for 10 years but ended up doing so for 61.<h2 data-block-key="j0fs">The first attempt to dam Lake Burley Griffin failed.</h2><img alt="shutterstock_2055740258.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/shutterstock_2055740258.width-800.jpg" width="800">By all accounts 1963 was one very hot year. An attempt was made to dam our lake but the unrelenting heat saw the water dry up (just imagine the smell down by the water’s edge at Yarralumla). More than 12 months later the rains finally came and Lake Burley Griffin was officially opened in 1964.<h2 data-block-key="3j6ad">The reason we&#x27;re now the ‘bush capital’.</h2><img alt="shutterstock_1416278759.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="621" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/shutterstock_1416278759.width-800.jpg" width="800">Over 13 years between 1913 and 1926, almost two million trees and shrubs were planted across the capital, under the guidance of Charles Weston. Weston was the officer in charge of the first Afforestation Branch and when he died in 1935, his ashes were scattered, at his request, among the trees he planted in front of Old Parliament House.<h2 data-block-key="3ot6b">Bushrangers once roamed the land we live on.</h2>In the 1830s, the Limestone Plains were described as “infested with bushrangers”. Two decades later The Jingera Mob - a loose group of cattle thieves, escaped convicts, hardened bushrangers and other assorted misfits and drunks - terrorised the farming families of the Canberra region.<h2 data-block-key="2n1fh">The oldest building in Canberra is …</h2><img alt="Church_of_St_John_Canberra-1_(39648211152).jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Church_of_St_John_Canberra-1_39648211152.width-800.jpg" width="800">St John’s Anglican Church at Reid. Land for the church was donated by Robert Campbell, owner of the property ‘Duntroon’. The church was built of sandstone from Black Mountain and the quarry at Yarralumla.<h2 data-block-key="bd09c">The vision for Kingston foreshore was always residential.</h2><img alt="shutterstock_1851786499.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/shutterstock_1851786499.width-800.jpg" width="800">Walter Burley-Griffin’s original plans for Canberra included a bustling residential precinct along the south side of the lake at Kingston. But the first administrator of the Federal Capital Territory, David Miller, didn’t care for Griffin’s plan - and promptly built a huge power station in the area instead.All facts derived from Paul Daley’s book, Canberra, published in 2012 by NewSouth. Paul is an author, columnist and Walkley Award-winning investigative journalist who has worked for the Age, the Bulletin and the Sunday Age.

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