Top 4 open homes to inspect in Canberra this weekend

If you’re on the pursuit for a new home, we’ve collated some of the best residences on the market right including an entertainer’s dream in Coombs and a lush abode in Bonython – just to name a few!

Be sure to add these to your inspection planner this weekend.

Deakin

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We often find myself browsing new listings, fantasising about which ones we’d like to one day flip. But when looking at the characterful, renovated home at 18 Northcote Crescent, everything has already been taken care of. In fact, there isn’t one thing we would change about this part-Hamptons, part-enchanting country abode.

Set on more than 1800 square metres of lush, leafy and manicured grounds, this home will have you falling in love well before you find the hidden wine cellar.

Two decks provide copious entertainment options while raked ceilings, a luxe kitchen, porcelain tiles and quaint window seating will lure you to the kitchen/dining area.

A games room will contain the kids’ chaos while you relax in the lounge room beside the stone fireplace or get some work done in the segregated office.

Price guide: $2.6 million +

Auction: Noon, December 12

Agent: Berkely Residential, Bill Lyristakis 0418 626 593

Campbell

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Designed by DNA Architects, this townhouse in the brand-new SOHO development captures the essence of Campbell’s trendy lifestyle.

The new owners can relax in the open-plan living spaces and terraces, and bask in the sun’s warmth thanks to the home’s north-facing orientation.

They say kitchens are made for bringing families together and in this home, that couldn’t ring more true. With a 40-millimetre stone island benchtop and quality kitchen appliances, you can imagine the countless family meals that will be made and enjoyed in this space.

And with summer just around the corner, take your meals al fresco and bask in the cool evening breeze. The rear terrace also has a built-in kitchenette with barbecue and a wine fridge.

If you needed any more reason to purchase this home, its location is a major drawcard only just a stroll away from some of Canberra’s best brunch spots.

Price guide: $1.595 million +

Private sale

Agent: Belle Property Kingston, Samantha Granter 0402 507 902

Bonython

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This home spreads across 206 square metres of living space and its versatile layout has been updated and extended over time to suit families’ changing needs.

The rooms on the lower level look out to lush surroundings and there’s a lovely indoor/outdoor flow through french doors.

Featuring solid hardwood floors, there is a spacious dining area and lounge room that both connect to the renovated kitchen.

The second level is a surprise package, with a north-facing lounge/rumpus room with a study nook and double bi-fold doors that lead out to an expansive entertaining deck. Here is where you’ll spend most of your days in the spa, and taking in views over Tuggeranong.

For chess fans, a giant outdoor chessboard will provide hours of entertainment.

Price guide: $900,000 +

Auction: 6pm, December 2

Agent: Luton Properties Weston Creek & Molonglo Valley, Tim and Justine Burke 0411 878 587

Coombs

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A country escape located in the heart of Canberra, directly opposite the Molonglo River, this charming home has views of iconic Telstra Tower.

It’s a modern-day farmhouse with a fireplace mantel made from recycled timber from Sydney Harbour’s Pier 26 and outside, a kitchen garden and vegetable patches.

Inside the home, the shaker-style kitchen is a true nod to the Hamptons with its crisp white cabinetry. It also features a farmhouse-style sink, subway splashback and a free-standing oven.

If you’re playing host to families and friends, space will be no problem thanks to the seamless indoor to outdoor connection.

Other features of the home include security cameras, an in-ceiling surround sound home theatre in the living room and double-glazed windows throughout.

Price guide: $1.7 million +

Private sale

Agent: HIVE Property, Matt Shipard 0408 218 179