#soldbycris #soldbymcreynolds $1,215,000

The central kitchen is a heartfelt space, opening at each end to dual living areas that drink in light and capture landscape at every turn. To the north, full height casement windows follow the line of the dramatic raked ceilings, capturing all the moving colours and textures of the garden and sky.

Resting central in the coveted suburb of Cook, is this gorgeous three-bedroom home, whisper close to the Jamison Centre and the thriving Belconnen precinct yet steeped in bushland peace. Inter-linking green spaces literally surround the home, connecting to the meandering Bicentennial trail and scenic Mount Painter.

Lovingly renovated with all the appealing aspects of the original home intact, the home is further cheered by playful splashes of colour, warmed by banks of cedar framed windows and doors, that can be flung open, welcoming the outside in.

A side driveway sidles past flowering wattle trees, that shield and privatise. Within striking Sydney rose gum flooring flows underfoot and banks of glass play host to the pretty garden surroundings. A warm ingress of natural light reaches deep into the open kitchen, dining, living and there is an easy drift deck side - a special nook for cradling a warming morning cuppa, amidst the birdsong.

With easy circular flow and sitting nicely central, the kitchen is a naturally happy place with banks of cabinetry in cheery French blue, contrasting with richly grained stone countertops. Custom storage, including a double full-height pantry, integrated dishwasher and stainless-steel appliances make for easy family meals, big celebrations.

The second living area feels more subdued with its pop of warm mustard and tranquil vista of expansive lawn, shady feature trees. Making the most of its western aspect, banks of cedar doors can be opened wide to sunny deck. Simultaneously cosy and airy, this tranquil space allows for both connection and repose, deeply immersed in the nurturing simplicity and rituals of garden life.

Three peaceful bedrooms, all with warm timber cabinetry and leafy views are set along the western aspect. Freshly renovated with walk-in-rain shower and wall hung oak vanity the adjacent family bathroom extends a graceful simplicity and spa-like luxury.

Soft lawns are bordered by flowering beds and a chicken run sits alongside a backyard orchard of apples and plums. A majestic liquid amber provides shade in the hotter months, before showy autumnal turnings allow for warming light to grace the home in winter.

Cook occupies a leafy corner within the Belconnen district, surrounded by parkland, reserves, it has an enviable mix of bohemian cafes, family friendly values and easy proximity to larger metropolitan centres. It is a short stroll to the local shops, home to the popular cafés - Little Oink and To All My Friends. Aranda shops are close by, with the famous, Two Before Ten, coffee shop, a popular gathering spot on Saturday mornings. The home is also close to the Jamison Centre and the bustling Belconnen precinct. Transport, schools, AIS, Bruce Stadium, and the UC are all convenient. It is a mere ten minutes' drive to the CBD and the ANU.

features.
.gorgeous newly renovated home in the coveted suburb of Cook
..short walk to the buzzing Cook Shops for coffee and breakfast at Little Oink, specialty beers and woodfired pizza at to All my friends and specialty foods and groceries at the Cook Grocer
.surrounded by green spaces and close to the walking trails of Mt Painter
.open plan kitchen, living and dining that flows to northern deck and native gardens
.second living area that flows to western deck
.high raked ceilings and cedar timber windows and doors
.central kitchen with ample cabinetry including full height double pantry, stone benchtops, integrated double drawer Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, St George gas hob and wall oven
.second cosy living area to the west that flows to back deck and private, fenced gardens
.internal storage room and laundry
.new family bathroom with walk-in-rain shower, wall hung oak vanity and underfloor heating in bathroom
.separate toilet
.master bedroom with timber built-in-robe
.bedroom three with built-in-robe and shelving
.master bedroom with ceiling fan and large timber built-in-robe
.double glazing throughout
.Sydney rose gum hardwood floors
.Roman and honeycomb blinds
.reverse cycle air conditioning and ducted gas heating
.gated carport and garden shed
.solar hot water
.large rear garden with flowering beds, mature trees including liquid amber and Chinese Lantern and a backyard orchard of apple and plum trees, chook yard and soft lawns
.superbly located close to the excellent local schools, Westfield shopping town and the Belconnen Fresh Food Markets
.minutes to auxiliary roads, public transport, nature reserves and walking trails, Mount Painter, Black Mountain Reserve and the Pinnacle Nature Reserve

EER: 2.5
Land size: 809m2
UV: $642,000
Rates: $3,632 (approx)
Living area: 129m2 (approx)
Year built: 1968 (original build)