#soldbyholly $1,075,000

Combining the Latin words, sol for "sun" and sistere, "to stand still", Solstice marks the longest day of the year. A fitting name for this sun-drenched development with its vast green spaces, well-tended gardens, overarching blue skies and silvery bush surrounds. Arrayed on two floors with sliding doors that open to terraces, no.87, cleverly blends indoor and out, celebrating the natural surrounds.

Solstice rests at the foothills of Mount Majura, just moments from the Braddon precinct and the CBD. With its combo of apartments and townhouses, renowned for their quality and smart design, it is a sought after, family friendly enclave. A dedicated Facebook page keeps people connected, neighbours happily share fresh produce, kids often run small cake stalls and there is a charming book library.

A true haven within the city, no.87, is graced with an effortless elegance, saturated with sunlight and pristinely quiet. There is a contemplative Zen-like quality to the continuous white on white palette, inviting a shoeless relaxed, meditative way of life.

The kitchen, dining, living opens to the courtyard via a bank of glazing, welcoming light and creating an airy, flexible space that extends to the separate family room and additional rear courtyard. With plenty of different areas for varying moods, connection and repose, no.87, offers a lovely sense of possibility. Think relaxed weekend lunches beneath the shady sail, dining alfresco with family and friends or lounging solo, with a good book, soaking up some rays.

Upstairs houses the private spaces, with two bedrooms adjacent to a family bathroom and a master bedroom with ensuite. The luxurious master opens to the terrace that overlooks central parkland. This elevated, sunny patio, with views to treetops and stretches of green lawn, is a sequestered retreat, perfect for morning coffee, reflexion…weather watching or star gazing with a nice glass of wine.

With newly added double glazing, timber flooring, curtains and awnings, the home, is cosy, elegant, comfortable. The bathrooms are sleek and modern, and the crisp white kitchen has high end finishes and luxe appliances that will endure.

Features:
.modern townhouse with intelligent design and wonderfully located in the Solstice complex
.unique and secluded courtyard entrance
.open living/dining areas, with large windows and sliding doors, leading out to the alfresco dining area and courtyard
.separate family area
.galley style kitchen with central sink area, stone bench-tops, cook top, dishwasher and oven
.all bedrooms on the first floor
.master bedroom with private balcony, ensuite and double build-in wardrobes
.two additional bedrooms with built-in wardrobes
.main bathroom with shower and vanity
.separate laundry room with additional powder room, and linen closet
.additional linen cupboard upstairs
.new engineered Blackbutt timber flooring in the living areas, stairs and landing
.ducted air-conditioning (heating/cooling)
split-system air conditioning (heating/cooling)
.uPVC double glazing throughout
.external electric window awnings on the upstairs bedroom windows
.security screens on all external doors
.LED lights throughout
.brick veneer
.new instantaneous gas hot water system
.three courtyards with external access
.double garage with roller door

Fine details (all approx.):

Living size: 147m2 (82m2 downstairs + 65m2 upstairs)
Garage: 38m2
Courtyard: 58m2 (34m2 + 14m2 10m2)
Balcony: 19m2

EER: 5.5


Rates: $1,822.52 pa
Land tax: $1,626.94 pa (investors only)
UV: $85,6580 (2022)

Strata admin: $1,149pq
Sinking fund contribution: $381pq

Watson is a vibrant, inner-north suburb with great community vibes, fabulous local shops, plenty of playgrounds and parks and is surrounded by natural reserves. Enjoy great coffee, fabulous pizza at The Knox, or dine out at the Filipino eatery, Lola and Lola. The home is a nice stroll to Exhibition Park, host to the famous Farmer's Market. The walking and biking trails of Majura Nature Reserve are nearby, and the home is just a stone's throw from the Dickson and Braddon precincts, ANU and the CBD. A brand new, inclusive play space and recreational park is forthcoming, and the home is also convenient to a mix of private and public schools, close to transport, including the light rail, linking you to the metro city station and the whole of Canberra.