Last Listing description (May 2015)
Set high on the hill in a tightly held & unique position in Isaacs, this beautifully presented family home has outstanding panoramic views over Woden for as far as the eye can see.
Situated at the very top of Isaacs Ridge, the lifestyle that can be enjoyed from this architecturally master-built residence is endless & rewarding. This spectacular & substantial property ticks so many boxes. At the end of an elevated & serene cul-de-sac & with just one neighbour, this double storey solid brick home backs & sides the picturesque pine forest reserve. Tastefully refreshed in crisp neutral tones, this home is centrally located in an amazing position & elevation, with arguably one of the best views in Canberra.
Surrounded by immaculately maintained landscaped gardens that have been designed for minimum upkeep, your weekends will be free to take walks or bike rides along the reserve trails via your own private access from the rear of the home.
The cleverly engineered driveway meanders up to the expansive triple garage & workshop area, making level internal access to your main living areas a breeze - something rarely seen in homes so elevated.
The upstairs living areas are open plan yet distinctively set out into four rooms, all with an emphasis on the mesmerising views on offer. The spacious solid timber kitchen faces north & looks out to the mountain reserve. Featuring extensive benchtop & cupboard space, there is plenty of room for the fussiest of chefs. Appliances include Ariston oven & rangehood, Miele ceran cooktop, Asko dishwasher & corian sinks, with rainwater tap.
Magnificent vaulted Canadian redwood ceilings in the living areas create a sensational feeling of warmth, light & space. A functionally designed 2-way glass door Euro fireplace makes the ideal centrepiece for those cold Canberra winter nights, giving this area a real ambience for you & your family to enjoy.
Cedar sliding doors from the living room effortlessly flow out to a large, covered deck - perfect for soaking up the breathtaking sunsets & views of Canberra to the Brindabella Ranges. The changing seasons will come alive, bringing the perfect blend to indoor/outdoor living to which we have become accustomed. Imagine being able to look at snow-capped mountains when we do have that rare dump of snow or look out over the fog line & watch the balloons quietly drift past on still & crisp mornings.
The well-proportioned main bedroom suite is segregated from the living areas & has an enormous wardrobe space, with floor to ceiling storage. A large 2-way bathroom & very secluded private deck accessed via cedar sliding doors completes this wing of the home. Imagine waking up & being able to view the ever changing landscape ready for the day ahead from your own private & romantic balcony.
A 2nd bedroom completes the upstairs accommodation. The large laundry has abundant storage & linen space, ironing centre & level access to the rear paved courtyard & beyond.
The space on offer downstairs is what makes this residence truly versatile. With opportunity to have as a dual key, the lower level could be self-contained & used either as a granny flat, teenage retreat, home office or as a rental. This section can be isolated from the main entrance if required.
Consisting of another large living area complete with kitchenette, there are also two other queen size bedrooms with built-in wardrobes & northerly aspect. The bathroom is equipped with corner spa bath & shower, with separate toilet. There is external access to another lovely balcony area via cedar sliding doors from the large front bedroom.
This is a truly opulent & unique executive residence of grand proportions, with so many defining characteristics that make this property an absolute must to see & to appreciate.
This property has been prepared for the market & will be selling come auction day.
Features:
388m2 under roofline, with 95m2 of garage & workshop
Central Canberra location, moments from Woden Town Centre & Marist College
Dress circle cul-de-sac backing & siding pine forest reserve
Architecturally designed & master-built by Dutch craftsman
Breathtaking 180 degree panoramic views of the entire Brindabella range
Vaulted Canadian redwood ceilings to living & entry
Majority of windows are doubleglazed with cedar frames
American oak kitchen cupboards
Ducted & zoned reverse cycle air-conditioning
2-way slow combustion heater
5KW photovoltaic solar system connected to ACTEW
Ducted vacuum system
Irrigation infrastructure
Robin hood ironing station
Foxtel
Electric hot water tank
L.E.D lighting
3 phase power
Remote controlled panel lift garage doors with internal access
Workshop with storage & toilet
Manicured landscaped gardens with mature trees
Large outdoor entertaining areas
Private access to reserve
Excellent colorbond fencing to boundaries
New carpet
Freshly painted
New window furnishings
New oven & rangehood
Rainwater tank
Storage cellar underneath off entry