Top 5 homes in Canberra to inspect this long weekend

A new season is just around the corner and as our bodies (and wardrobes) adjust to the cooler mornings, I’ll be adjusting to this new role.

Having been at Allhomes for the past two years, I’ve sat back and admired the many homes that have graced our pages, from properties on the golden mile, to million-dollar apartments on the Kingston Foreshore and to houses spanning hectares of land just outside of our borders. It’s been a wonderful experience to peek inside the homes of many. 

So, for the next 12 months, I’ll be trawling through the countless properties on the market every week, bringing you the best the capital and its surrounding NSW regions have to offer. 

This long weekend, we bring you our top pick of homes across the capital from Farrer to Taylor.

Wherever you are in your property journey, we hope these top picks spark some inspiration.

Farrer

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If entertaining is second nature to you, this home was made for you. Located on the hills of Farrer, this property enjoys 270-degree views of Mount Taylor, Black Mountain and the Brindabella Ranges, which can all be enjoyed by the outdoor barbecue area, or if you’re up for it, by the waterfall edge pool. 

Inside, blue gum timber flooring features throughout. The kitchen is fitted with Miele and Smeg appliances and every room, including the living, bathrooms and bedrooms, is treated to spectacular autumnal hues thanks to the expansive windows and established trees outside.

Other features of the home include a Morso wood burner in the lounge room, a 10.8-kilowatt solar panel system and a wine cellar with a separate tasting room.

Price guide: $2.1 million +

Private sale

Agent: Berkeley Residential, Simon Richards 0424 688 553

Deakin

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Property is all about location and at 21 Dugan Street, you’ll be rubbing shoulders with Canberra’s most prestigious schools and landmarks, including the Red Hill Nature Reserve, which is an easy 100-metre stroll away.

The 1960s home boasts a commanding facade and inside, high ceilings and large picture windows make for an easy-flowing floor plan.

The formal living room has a wood-burning fire to take the edge of chilly Canberra days, and opens through cedar doors to an enclosed terrace courtyard.

The backyard includes a deck that’s ideal for entertaining, lush established gardens, and a fort style cubby house. If the indoor storage doesn’t meet quite your needs, there’s also a garden shed, double lock-up garage and underfloor storage room.

Price guide: $2 million +

Auction: 3pm, June 4

Agent: Belle Property Canberra, Leanne Palmer 0400 545 343

Forrest

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This three-bedroom home has all the stamps of a high-end, luxurious apartment spreading across more than 157 square metres of space.

Located on the ground floor, it has an additional 65 square metres of terrace space with manicured hedges for privacy.

Inside, there’s an open-plan living and dining area with timber flooring. The kitchen boasts a butler’s pantry that includes a wine fridge.

Each of the three bedrooms has direct access to the terrace, as well as built-in robes.

Price guide: $1.6 million +

Auction: 5pm, June 9

Agent: Luton Properties Manuka, Sophie Luton 0410 750 413

Taylor

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This four-bedroom townhouse was designed for comfortable, low-maintenance living.

The home includes a blend of textures, including red brick, Elk Falls Hickory flooring, and custom timber joinery. The result is a sense of comfort and understated luxury that’s enhanced by beautiful finishes.

There’s plenty of living space across the floorplan, including an open plan kitchen, family and dining area, a seperate living room and a study or children’s retreat on the second level.

The designer kitchen icludes Bosch appliances, an induction cooktop and a walk-in pantry.

Price guide: $1.159 million +

Private sale

Agent: Bastion Property Group, Theo Koutsikamanis 0431 543 649

Garran

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It’s not often that homes like 17b Rusden Street hit the market. In fact, it’s the type of property you look to for inspiration when searching for your dream home.

Perhaps it’s the intriguing floor plan that intelligently balances family functionality with contemporary style. Or the elegant interiors that showcase comforting materials like spotted gum timber flooring, muted tiles and matt black fittings, complemented by tranquil leafy outlooks.

A personal favourite is the kitchen where striking pendant lighting is combined with opulent stone benchtops and custom cabinetry. It sits in front of a well-appointed butler’s pantry on one side and the laundry on the other.

Conveniently, from the kitchen is direct access to the private al fresco entertaining area. A corner sliding door allows the courtyard to feel like an outdoor extension of the living and dining zone.

At a day’s end, escape to the haven that awaits upstairs. The luxe main bedroom en suite and bathroom feel more like a premium day spa – especially with a free-standing bath that calls for evening soaks with both types of bubbles (the bath and champagne kind). 

Price guide: $1.7 million +

Auction: 3pm, June 4

Agent: Belle Property Canberra, Steve Whitelock 0402 082 886