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Unique, warm and homely – a truly gorgeous residence!

Equal part robust family home and sculptural object, the house delights with its tactile warmth, ceiling heights and genuine charm. Newly oiled timber floors flow underfoot and banks of glazing frame nature at every turn.

The delicate architectural lines and revolutionary use of space and light exemplified in this three-bedroom ensuite home, are more relevant today than ever. Soaring raked ceilings and split-level living speak to the soul, as perfect solar ingress takes care of sunlit warmth in winter, and deep eaves cool the home throughout summer.

The slender form is perfectly hidden from the street, sheltered by native gardens with screens of climbing wisteria and antique cream flowering tea tree. The natural colour variations of the brick combine with a mix of electro-magnetic blue and teal trim to create a mid-century feast. We love the elegant entryway, as jasmine twined railing edges the stairs, ushering to a classic panelled front door with skylight and beautiful transom window.

An elegant timber balustrade characterises the spacious living area, defining the split-level design, which houses the bedrooms along the upper level. Sunlight paints the floor as bottle glass glows amber within a vertical skinny window, tracking the light like a sundial throughout the day.

The kitchen is a harmony of rich colour, as forest worktops meet original tiles in warm ochre with undertones of gold and green. The original cabinetry is perfectly preserved and includes a wall of timber folding doors that open to reveal a generous pantry. Sleek new stainless-steel appliances have been seamlessly incorporated and there is a nice open sociability to the sunny meals area, flowing to alfresco dining beneath the pergola.

The ceiling lifts to cathedral heights within the slender hallway, where a suspended clothes airer can be hand lowered on rainy days. Three peaceful bedrooms capture long views across the back garden and the reaching arms of a magnificent Chinese elm. Each bedroom enjoys a subdued palette with vaulted baton ceilings and soft rice paper lanterns adding to the delicate feel. The master has a wall of timber robes and an ensuite bathroom with bright mosaic floors to match the sweet blue floral accents.

The renovated bathroom speaks directly to the historic essence of the home with its vintage marble topped washstand, fitted with counter basin, and delicate handmade leadlight wall sconces. Tessellating mosaic tiles capture the eye, beautifully framing a luxurious and deep freestanding back to wall bath.

The home rests on a quiet cul-de-sac in an elevated position close to Gidja Roost hiking area and Darby Street Playground. This peaceful locale places you within walking distance of the Kaleen Plaza, where you can take care of the grocery shopping whilst grabbing a bite to eat. The home is also handy to transport, a great choice of schools, the University of Canberra, CIT, the AIS and Canberra Stadium. You are also just a short 10-minute drive to the Belconnen Town Centre and 14 minutes to the CBD.

features.

.beautiful north facing mid-century style home in peaceful Kaleen
.ideally located on a quiet cul-de-sac close to parkland and reserve area
.instant appreciation as you enter with its warmth and charm being immediately evident
.three bedrooms and two bathrooms
.sheltered by pretty native gardens
.sensitively preserved with some renovations
.beautiful vintage features including bottle glass window, exposed beams and timber joinery
.soaring raked ceilings
.walls of awning windows floating nature within
.light filled and naturally temperate
.living room flowing to the garden
.adjacent kitchen and dining room merging with alfresco living beneath the pergola
.original kitchen brimming with charm and modern updates - Neff slide and hide oven, electric cooktop and Fisher & Paykel two drawer dishwasher
.generous pantry
.tung oiled timber floors
.bedrooms privatised on the upper level
.master bedroom with timber built-in-robes and ensuite bathroom
.two additional bedrooms with vaulted baton ceilings and floating timber shelves
.honeycomb blinds to bedrooms
.stunning new family bathroom with deep relaxing bath, rain shower and vintage marble topped vanity
.laundry with spotted gum counter, shelving and mixer tap to sink, with plumbed connection for water tank
.timber air dryer suspended within hallway (hand lowered and raised)
.linen closet
.coat cupboard
.array of organic lighting pendants in both sculptural cane and paper
.boosted insulation to ceiling
.reverse cycle air conditioner
.private back garden with established trees and lawn
.garden shed
.walking distance to parks and reserve
.handy to Kaleen Plaza and a variety of excellent schools
.close to transport and not far from the dynamic inner-north
.10 minutes to the Belconnen precinct and 14 minutes to the CBD

EER: 2.5
Rates: $3,743
Land Size: 645m2 approx.
Land Value: $619,000