This character home blends historic charm with modern comfort in Canberra's 'hidden secret'

There’s something almost storybook about 1 Geerilong Gardens in Reid.

Follow the red-brick driveway past mature trees, and the city feels very far away, despite the fact that Civic is down the road.

Set on a generous block, the four-bedroom house is wrapped in established gardens that have had decades to mature.

The result is a home that feels private and deeply connected to its surroundings.

Inside, warmth and character take centre stage.

Timber floors greet you at the entrance, where a welcoming sitting area sets the tone for the spaces beyond.

It’s just one of several living spaces spread across the extensive floor plan.

A formal lounge room overlooks a secluded courtyard, while the dining room, with its gas fireplace, offers an inviting setting for long dinners and lively conversation.

Off the open-plan kitchen, another sitting area opens directly to the rear garden, as does a family room just beyond. A separate study provides a quiet work retreat.

One living space features built-in cabinetry and raked timber ceilings, while another draws the greenery inside through high windows.

Scattered timber ceilings and accents spread throughout add plenty of warmth.

The accommodation includes four well-proportioned bedrooms, and the main has an en suite with heated flooring.

Sitting privately at the end of the house is a self-contained studio with a kitchenette, bathroom and office space.

All of this makes for the kind of home that feels worlds away from the city while sitting right on its doorstep.

Agent Sophie Luton of Luton Properties Manuka says the position is very special within a prime spot at the end of Geerilong Gardens.

“Reid is such a hidden secret, offering exceptional heritage residences in beautiful gardens on the city fringe,” she says. “It reminds me of the Woollahra or Paddington of Canberra.”

$3,295,000

1 Geerilong Gardens, Reid ACT 2612

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Surrounding area

Reid is where heritage homes sit within walking distance of some of the capital’s best-loved landmarks and the city centre.

A short stroll leads to Glebe Park, Lake Burley Griffin, and the cafes of Braddon or Campbell, while along one boundary, Anzac Parade is lined with monuments honouring Australia’s military history.

It’s inner-city living, but with a village-like calm.