Open for inspection: Top 4 properties to see in Canberra this weekend

If you are on the home hunting circuit this weekend, November 2, these are Allhomes’ top four picks for your perusal.

Narrabundah

36 Carnegie Crescent (also pictured above)

Price guide: $1 million +

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 car space

This mid-century beauty could literally charm the birds out of the trees that provide a very leafy aspect to this Narrabundah weatherboard home.

There’s a strong narrative to this light-filled residence and it’s expressed through the effortless fusion of carefully chosen elements – big glass, hand-picked stone, and an energetic connection to nature all wrapped up in a sensitive renovation.

There are cypress and brush box floors throughout while the living area is highlighted by a Pialligo-stone surround open fireplace, sure to be a winner next winter.

Large picture windows frame the leafy surrounds and enhance a feeling that the home is cradled by nature, almost as though it were a treehouse.

The generous, custom gourmet kitchen featuring Caesarstone benchtops and European appliances also opens up onto an expansive rear deck for an even closer commune with the great outdoors.

All three bedrooms have built-in wardrobes; the main with a custom-designed walk-in dressing room and en suite. The third bedroom has floor-to-ceiling windows and a mezzanine workspace.

The lush landscaped gardens on this highly manageable 562-square-metre block feature extensive hand-crafted stonework, and if that’s not quite enough nature there’s private access to the adjoining Rocky Knob reserve.

Auction: 11am, November 9

Agent: LJ Hooker Manuka, Stephen Thompson 0418 626 254

Forde

12 Everson Street

Price guide: $1.45 million +

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5 car spaces

This impressive residence was custom-built by Classic Constructions and is positioned on a generous 829-square-metre sweeping corner block.

The lap pool is a highlight, along with a home theatre and five-car garaging with a car lift.

Modern interiors span across three levels, while the floor plan ensures there is ample room for the whole family with multiple segregated areas for everyone to enjoy.

The oversized main living area offers soaring high 3.2-metre ceilings which enable an incredible sense of space and natural light.

The gourmet kitchen is the hub of the home with no expense spared on quality inclusions. It has soft-close cabinetry, a Miele oven, induction cooktop and rangehood, and a three-metre long stone island bench. There is even a butlers pantry that features extra storage, an integrated oven, microwave, steamer, Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, a double fridge and freezer.

The kids have their own private hideaway upstairs with three generously sized bedrooms and another informal lounge area.

With the children tucked away upstairs, the parents can retire to the main bedroom suite with walk-in robe, automatic lights, external access to a rear courtyard and a lavish ensuite that features a double vanity and double waterfall shower.

Auction: 1.30pm, November 9

Agent: Independent Inner North & City, Chris Uren 0407 466 199

Curtin

25 Macalister Crescent

Price guide: $1.2 million +

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car spaces

This wonderful family home was well thought-out in the planning stages with flexibility in the floor plan, flow from the indoors to the outdoor entertaining area and attention to detail.

The expansive use of double-glazed, floor-to-ceiling glass ensures endless natural light throughout the home.

The informal living area is large enough to house big family gatherings and the adjacent kitchen comes complete with Smeg appliances, stone benchtops, integrated dishwasher and a large butler’s pantry.

The main bedroom is segregated and has a stunning en suite with dual sinks, walk-in wardrobe and its own access to a private front deck and courtyard garden. Bedrooms two and three are queen-sized and bedroom four could also be used as a nursery or study option.

In addition to the double glazing and the extensive use of insulation throughout, energy costs will be kept to a minimum with the installation of five kilowatts of solar.

This is truly a beautiful family home in a quiet and peaceful location just a short walk to the two local primary schools, Curtin shopping precinct and a few minutes’ drive to Westfield Woden.

Auction: 6.30pm, November 7

Agent: One Agency Sandy Morris, Sandy Morris 0420 380 395

O’Malley

2 Terrigal Crescent

Price guide: $1.8 million +

5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 car spaces

Privately tucked away in the diplomatic circle of O’Malley is this contemporary Willemsen-designed family home on a block size of 2182 square metres.

For more formal occasions, the lounge room features high ceilings and a fireplace which helps to create a wonderful ambience and brings a certain cosiness to the generous space.

The dining room is perfectly placed for entertaining with easy access to the kitchen – the heart of the home. The renovated kitchen will be a pleasure to cook in with a huge island bench, walk-in pantry and breakfast bar space.

The master bedroom has a renovated ensuite, and the main bathroom has also been renovated and has a separate toilet in addition to the powder room near the formal living areas.

Adding to the living space and accommodation is a separate studio with a mezzanine level that would be perfectly suited for use as a rumpus room, home office, guest bedroom or teenager’s retreat.

Taking the entertaining outdoors, the cabana by the pool is sure to be the place for many a dinner party and summer gatherings with a built-in pizza oven, barbecue and fridge.

Auction: 2pm, November 9

Agent: Luton Properties Weston Creek & Molonglo Valley, Tim and Justine Burke 0411 878 587