Georgian delight just metres from Manuka

Forrest

61 FRANKLIN STREET

PRICE GUIDE: $1.45 million+ EER: 2.5

AGENT: Nancie Lim, Peter Blackshaw Manuka, 0402 230 057

INSPECT: Thursday, 5-5.30pm and Saturday, 11-11.45am

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4 BED 2 BATH 1 CAR

It’s amazing to find an original home of this size within such close proximity to Manuka Village.

While many of its neighbouring blocks have been redeveloped and house modern apartments, it stands as a reminder of the street’s history and is reminiscent of a life-sized doll’s house.

The home is easy to find, just four buildings away from the cathedral and a two-minute walk from the shops.

Classic Georgian-style architecture gives the home an appealing street presence. Columns at the entrance and an ivy-laced facade lend a touch of old world charm.

The portico entrance off the circular driveway opens to reveal large, light-filled living areas. The kitchen has been modernised and includes plenty of storage space.

A combined living and dining room evokes a sense of grandeur and includes feature chandeliers, timber sash windows and French doors opening onto the large backyard.

The formal dining room has been closed off and is now a large study or fourth bedroom with an adjacent powder room.

There are three further bedrooms upstairs, along with a separate bathroom, shower room and toilet.

The upstairs bedrooms are all generously proportioned and equipped with built-in wardrobes.

A second living room is also positioned on the upper level and opens onto a gorgeous Juliet balcony overlooking the leafy street.

The block size is another huge attraction and the backyard is a flat, blank canvas surrounded by established trees.

There’s plenty of space here for kids to play, veggie gardens or even a swimming pool would fit comfortably on the site.

Car accommodation is provided by a single lock-up garage with enough space for two cars to fit in tandem.

Situated in an RZ2 zone, there are countless possibilities for the site. It is just 200 metres from the boutiques, restaurants and cafes of Manuka Village.

It also provides easy access to Canberra Avenue, placing all inner-south amenities, the parliamentary triangle and office precincts at your doorstep.

Manuka Oval and Parliament House are both within easy walking distance.

The 847-square-metre block is level and offers potential for redevelopment and extensions, or just move in and enjoy the prime location and original features.

FEATURE WE LOVE

The grand facade, Juliet balcony, timber sash windows and French doors are features that you rarely see in newer homes.