Home of the week: Modern Crace residence has space for families to spread out

42 Vandyke Street, Crace
$799,000-plus
4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car spaces
Inspect on Saturday, from 10am-10.45am
McGrath Estate Agents Dickson, Nigel Wilson or Kitty Wilson, 0417 238 945 or 0417 238 021

Crace has become a prime superb for young families looking for a modern home.

If there’s one standout feature this bright, two-storey house on Vandyke Street boasts it’s extra space. A large kitchen in the centre of the home overlooks a spacious open-plan dining and living area, only separated by a large, island bench.

Red lamps, large handles and dark cabinetry add a stylish edge to an otherwise sleek, neutral kitchen fitted out with lots of cupboard space and modern appliances.

Decluttering fans will be impressed with the walk-in pantry, which features cupboards as well as more typical shelving.

Large windows and a glass door brighten the area and lead the eye to a spacious yard much larger than expected in the area.

A second, formal lounge room near the front of the house has been used as a home theatre and will allow larger families to spread out or seek some extra privacy.

Similarly, a segregated master bedroom lends itself to some peace and quiet. It features a walk-in wardrobe, also with drawers, and an en suite fitted with a seamless glass shower, large vanity unit and toilet.

Upstairs, another two bedrooms feature mirrored built-in wardrobes. They’re positioned closed to an airy bathroom decked out with a shower and bath.

These rooms are centred around a mezzanine-style study area, which could be easily converted to a rumpus room or extra living space. Wrap-around windows soak the area with plenty of light and are positioned high enough to allow for extra furniture.

Smart storage solutions are spread throughout the house, including a large cupboard tucked under the stairs, a linen cupboard located next to the laundry and a second walk-in linen cupboard upstairs.

Room for improvement: The owners have begun preparing the yard for an undercover deck.

Need to know: Highest recorded sale in Crace in the past 12 months $1,470,000 for 7 Langtree Crescent in October. Recent sales: $1.25 million for 92 Langtree Crescent in December; $862,000 for 81 Cocoparra Crescent in December, and $760,000 for 14 Digby Circuit in December.

Surrounding area: Crace is home to popular shopping centre The Marketplace and less than 4km from the Gungahlin Town Centre. The suburb is surrounded by private and public schools, and is about 10 minute’s drive from Calvary Hospital. Crace is home to plenty of green space including Crace Recreation Park and Hilltop Reserve.