Top 4 open homes to inspect in Canberra this weekend

If you’re house hunting this weekend, we’ve trawled through Allhomes’ properties for sale and have picked out our top four homes to inspect, including a newly-built townhouse in Campbell, an entertainer’s paradise in Coombs, a cottage-turned modern abode in Yarralumla and a resort-style home in Nicholls.

Nicholls

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Buy the home at 11 Hendry Close, Nicholls, and you’ll feel like you’ve purchased an entire resort. 

That’s because not only does it come equipped with its own basketball court, gym and spa, it’s also poised right above the 18th hole of the popular Gold Creek Golf Club.

The residence unfolds over three levels that include six bedrooms, unrivalled entertaining space, a lounge and dining with a ceiling-mounted projector and screen, and even a wine cellar. 

Outside, you’ll find a fully equipped kitchen with a range hood, sink and double under-bench fridges (ideal for a fully stocked bar), as well as two barbecues. 

Honestly, you may as well start charging some kind of admission fee for those who’ll get to enjoy the vast entertainment facilities your new home boasts. 

Price guide: $2 million + 

Auction: 10am, November 7

Agent: Blackshaw Gungahlin, Luke McAuliffe 0433 338 429

Yarralumla

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This original cottage has been given a total facelift and extended to create a light and airy, two-storey family home, while retaining its charm and enjoying a wonderful relationship with the richly planted garden and leafy treetop outlook.

The kitchen features integrated European appliances, plenty of storage, a split mirrored window splashback and masses of quality granite work surfaces.

The formal sitting room at the front of the home opens via concertina doors to a pleasant entertainer’s terrace, while the expansive informal living area at the rear features slab construction and picture windows.

It opens to a large paved outdoor area with an electric awning overlooking the child and pet-friendly backyard.

The main suite is located on the ground floor and is complete with a delightful bay window.

Price guide: $1.7 million +

Auction: 10am, November 14

Agent: Capital Residential, Cory McPherson 0418 266 698

Campbell

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A brand-new designer townhouse located in the Soho complex, this home offers open-plan living and dining with rich timber floors, plush wool carpets, stone surfaces and bespoke joinery.

Designed by DNA Architects and Capezio Copeland, this townhouse was built with modern-day living in mind, a touch of style and a lot of functionality.

The home is generous in size and provides multiple spaces to host Sunday brunch or an afternoon barbecue, with plenty of room for the adults to unwind and the kids to roam free throughout the house.

Outside, enjoy entertainment features usually found in a large house including a paved terrace, outdoor barbecue and kitchen, and an in-ground swimming pool.

This property is conveniently located only minutes from Canberra City and Lake Burley Griffin, with a variety of cafes and shops nearby.

Price guide: $1.7 million +

Auction: 11am, November 7

Agent: Belle Property Kingston, Samantha Granter 0402 507 902

Coombs

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Imagine yourself living in this picturesque home with views of Black Mountain thanks to high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows.

The kitchen is fitted with Bosch appliances including an oven, additional steam oven, glass splashback and stone island benchtop.

The outdoor entertainment areas take this home to the next level with an expansive backyard, saltwater pool, water feature, outdoor shower, integrated outdoor bar fridge and built-in ceramic barbecue.

The fully landscaped garden is great for those looking for something lush that requires little maintenance.

Other features include a solar water heating system, double-glazed windows throughout and a full security system with four cameras.

Price guide: $1.4 million +

Auction: 10.30am, November 14

Agent: Civium Property Groups, Sam Vachaspati 0412 392 284