Top 4 properties to inspect in Canberra and the surrounding region this weekend

Here are Allhomes’ four must-see houses to inspect this weekend in Canberra, including a tranquil escape just across the border with its very own private vineyard.

Campbell

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Located in an exclusive pocket of Campbell nestled up against Mount Ainslie is this renovated family home with two home office options and versatile entertaining spaces.

Giving little away from the streetscape, it’s not until you step through the wide entryway that you get a sense of what this residence offers.

Solid jarrah floors are a feature throughout and tie in with the modern kitchen with matching island benchtop and breakfast bar. Soft-close cabinetry and a butler’s pantry are the finishing touches.

Living spaces connect from the kitchen, including a large and sunny sitting room facing north. Enjoy the gas wood fire or open up the multiple stacker doors to the external decks.

There’s a generous al fresco dining and covered barbecue area with built-in stainless-steel barbecue and range hood connected to the main gas, and overlooking the pool area.

Downstairs is a cellar/wine room.

Price guide: $1.8 million – $2 million

Auction: 3pm, July 25

Agent: Belle Property Kingston, Greg Hedger 0427 214 337

Duffy

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A fantastic first home that will so easily become a much-loved family home, this property features light-filled living areas, an updated kitchen and pergola in the backyard.

The 766-square-metre block enjoys a quiet loop street position and is highly flexible lending itself to further renovation or extension.

Timber flooring is used throughout the house and all three bedrooms are fitted with built-in wardrobes.

The open floorplan creates a seamless connection between the spacious living and dining. It the perfect space to entertain friends.

The easy-to-maintain backyard is bordered by Colorbond fencing, has plenty of room for the kids to run around and has potential for an avid gardening enthusiast to make it their own.

Price guide: $620,000 +

Auction: 10am, July 25

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

Deakin

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Designed for functional family living and offering enormous potential to add value, this home is a short walk to EQ and Double Shot cafes and the Alfred Deakin High School.

The master bedroom comes complete with a charming corner window, while the dining space has floor-to-ceiling glass doors, which lead to the al fresco area.

For those looking for a challenge, the kitchen is ripe for renovation.

Meanwhile, the elevated deck with views towards Black Mountain will be a treat for buyers looking for a spot to relax and wind down.

Other highlights of the home include ducted gas heating and a split air-conditioning system, providing comfort year-round, as well as double-glazed windows.

Price guide: $1.25 million +

Private sale

Agent: Agent Team Belconnen, Steve Lowe 0414 720 532

Bywong

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Breathe a big sigh of utter relaxation and relief as we’ve found the most picture-perfect property, not far from Canberra, that balances the best of country life and city convenience.

Overlooking the in-ground pool and your very own private vineyard, this superbly positioned and well-appointed home sits proudly on just over eight hectares and exemplifies the slower lifestyle pace you’ve been searching for.

The residence is set across one spacious level integrating seamlessly with the outdoors.

Gather with family and friends in the seclusion of a beautiful fireside lounge and dining area, which opens onto a large pergola wrapped in ornamental vines that changes colour with the seasons.

Outside, the property consists of three paddocks with four dams and has a large shed for the toys and machinery – the kind of property where the kids’ imagination can run wild and fond childhood memories are made.

For the green thumbs, there is the bonus of a fenced vegetable area, as well as a large chicken shed and a variety of fruit trees.

Price guide: $1.15 million

Private sale

Agent: Belle Property Queanbeyan, Ryan Broadhurst 0417 513 896