From classic to contemporary: renovated character home in Turner to go under the hammer

Many of us have dreamed of living in a beautiful home with the quintessential white picket fence. A single glance at 66 David Street in Turner promises this idyll and then some, set as it is behind manicured hedges on a generous 1172-square-metre block.

The brick home’s painted facade and peeping chimney allude to its character within, but a restoration and large extension have lent an unexpected depth of sophistication to the interiors.

The practical layout begins with three bedrooms, a rumpus room, and a front lounge featuring cedar windows, wooden panelling, and an original fireplace. These rooms all connect up to a wide formal entrance that has made use of some spare inches with the clever integration of wine racks and a Vintec fridge.

Hardwood timber floors underfoot sweep into the main living spaces set under (very) tall, raked ceilings, and it’s here that a real appreciation of the property will form.

High-set windows and skylights above the expansive provincial-style kitchen bring in the sun and sky, while the informal dining area peels off to a luxurious main-bedroom retreat.

In the other direction, it flows through French doors onto a deck positioned around a magnificent oak tree or steps back down to a spectacular family room defined by a stunning gas fireplace.

The home’s design and inclusions ensure hosting is a breeze.

Outside, there’s a gorgeous in-ground pool and a paved courtyard featuring a built-in barbecue, wood oven, and a concrete champagne trough.

Sophie Luton of Luton Weston Creek, Woden & Molonglo Valley says it is a great example of a distinctive character restoration blending modern design.

“This is a classic Canberra home offering expansive family living and entertaining in the heart of the Inner North,” she says.

“The facade is deceptive: the quaint cottage transforms as you walk through into a contemporary masterpiece.”

The auction guide is priced at $3 million-plus.

Auction 02/08/25

66 David Street, Turner ACT 2612

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Surrounding area

Looking for inner-city living with a heavy dose of greenery? Turner delivers with leafy streets and sprawling parklands on the city fringe. Plus, the buzzing Braddon precinct is just across the road.