The dream of owning a home on a quarter-acre block is still alive and well in Canberra with this much-loved property coming onto the market for the first time in more than five decades.

Positioned at the top of an elevated cul de sac with small parkland reserve opposite, this separate-title dwelling offers an amazing development opportunity with views over Mt. Majura and Lyneham to the front, and O'Connor ridge to the rear.

It is in the backyard that you'll truly come to appreciate the massive, flat block. At 1171m2, it's actually just over the old ‘quarter acre' measurement. With perfect northern aspect along its long access, this massive block will allow an amazing solar-passive design to be created without compromising any outdoor amenity.

The yard has provided the home's current owners and their two, now adult, children, a perfect setting for family gatherings and adventures. The garden can be easily zoned, with small paved and decked areas, a barbecue/entertaining space, Hills Hoist, and converted double garage that could easily be used as a hobby room or studio.

Inside, a sunroom extension makes the most of the garden views while the adjacent kitchen proves a lively central hub, with access to the bedroom wing and to the open-plan formal dining and loungerooms where a bank of picture windows provides yet more views.

With easy access to the Old Canberra Inn, Tilley's, the National Hockey Centre Lyneham Primary School, Brindabella Christian College, the University of Canberra, Bruce Stadium and Calvary Hospital and both the city and Belconnen centres, you'll have all your bases covered. Don't miss out on this rare and quintessential slice of traditional Australia.

FEATURES
* Three-bedroom home on large, flat but elevated block opposite mini reserve
* Striking views front and rear
* Main bedroom with built-in wardrobe
* Central kitchen with pantry, skylight and access to open-plan formal lounge and dining room
* Sunroom with views over rear yard
* Gas wall furnace in loungeroom and in sunroom
* Double carport
* Converted double garage suited for either a garage conversion or for a hobby or recreation room
* Enormous backyard with paved barbecue area
* Mature garden
* Fresh external painting
* Quiet neighbourhood