51 Anzac Park

Reid ACT 2612

Favourably positioned to the front of a large 1443m (approx.) allotment of prime real estate in the heart of our city, the level block and rear North facing orientation can only be described as perfection!
With sympathetic alterations and extensions in the late 1950's, the current footprint of the home is largely original and encompasses a generous 133 m (approx.). Accommodation consists of three bedrooms, lounge, dining room and open plan kitchen, with a sunny rear multipurpose room adjoining the kitchen and laundry. Large rear windows enjoy the winter sun and spill out to the established gardens.
Held for over 65 years by the one family, the home whispers the stories and memories of an emerging city and enjoys a prestigious position at the War Memorial end of Anzac Park. This early Canberra cottage, circa 1926, is a FCC 7 brick home resides in the vibrant and dynamic City, yet is protected as part of the early 20th Century 'Garden City' Reid Heritage Precinct. Located in the heart of Canberra, the property is within walking distance to the City, Mt Ainslie Reserve and Lake Burley Griffin.
-Brilliantly located close to the City
-Sizeable, private 1443m (approx.), established leafy garden block, rear north orientation
-133 m living area (approx.), Heritage Listed
-Separate generous lounge with high battened ceilings and gas heater fireplace
-Large kitchen with gas converted fuel stove, walk in pantry and separate laundry
-Flexible floor plan allowing for three bedrooms, main bedroom with open fireplace, multipurpose room
-Timber floors, double Canberra red brick construction, timber sash windows, terracotta roof tiles
-Original single brick garage with timber doors, generous storage and garden sheds
-Brilliant location within walking distance to a wide selection of cafes and restaurants, Campbell and Ainslie Shops, Gorman House Markets, the Australian War Memorial, Lake Burley Griffin, the City Centre and the exciting Braddon Precinct.
Advisory Service: Free heritage and architectural advice is available for heritage owners and purchasers. The Heritage Advisory Service provides guidance on renovating or extending a heritage home. The service is provided by Philip Leeson Architects Pty Ltd. Call Philip Leeson or David Hobbes on (02) 6295 3311 for one free appointment. This is an independent service supported by the ACT Government.
http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/heritage/act_heritage_register/advisory_service