11 Settlement Drive, Duffy ACT 2611

Make yourself at home at 11 Settlement Drive, a home that has been immensely loved and cared for, creating a residence of grand proportions where sustainability has been at the forefront of its design.

On a sprawling 2,700sqm block, this incredible single level home offers a self-sufficient, semi-rural lifestyle second to none. Custom-designed by award-winning architect Michael Piscone, with a solar passive approach, this property not only embraces its natural surroundings but also minimizes its carbon footprint.

Step inside and be greeted by a warm and inviting ambiance, with a spacious open plan layout that effortlessly flows from one room to the next. Bathing in natural light through a series of stunning windows, the central hub of the home is the kitchen, living and meals area with modern integrated appliances and ample bench space opening out onto a large timber deck.

The bedrooms are all generously sized, with built-in wardrobes and plenty of natural light. The master bedroom is a true retreat, complete with an ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. With added flexibility of a multigenerational self-contained living area with its own private entry, kitchen, and bathroom. Not to be missed is the stunning self-cleaning 12m salt swimming pool and in ground spa, surrounded by a lovely alfresco area with space for entertaining.

The landscaped grounds are a true highlight of the property, lush lawns and a variety of plantings create the perfect private oasis. With an impressive vegetable garden and well-established orchard providing an abundance of produce all year round. Backing reserve, many a visiting wildlife such as black cockatoo's, wombats, and kangaroos.

* Rare opportunity to live a semi-rural lifestyle on a large 2,700sqm block backing onto reserve
* Custom solar passive, north easterly design by award winning architect
* 5-bedroom, 4 bathroom home incl. a multigenerational living area with kitchenette and private entry
* Functional open-plan layout spanning across 285sqm with multiple living areas and ample storage
* Luxury integrated appliances incl. Smeg induction cooktop, Electrolux double oven and Miele dishwasher
* Well maintained, recently painted throughout
* Exceptional features with led lighting throughout and security monitoring system and alarm
* Hydronic gas in-slab heating and evaporative cooling, filter pads replaced 2021
* Instantaneous gas hot water
* Landscaped established gardens and orchard with abundant vegetable garden
* Hardstand erosion bed constructed along the property length of the access track
* Huge oversized 7m x 8m garage with great storage and work bench area
* 1400kw solar system to grid credited at 50c kWh compared to new connects of 4c (approx.)
* Compulsory 5-year photovoltaic inverter testing completed March 2022
* New Godfrey Hirst 15mm cut pile twist extra heavy duty carpet (15yr ltd warranty)
* Gutters fitted with aluminium leaf guard
* 12m self-cleaning salt pool, energy efficient pool pump, new solar pool covers, lighting and chlorinator
* Built in spa with pool house and ensuite
* 55,000L (approx.) water tank with garden distribution system and feed to main house toilets
* Under deck storage space for wheelbarrows, ride on mowers etc
* Yard access by two paddock gates, one on Settlement Drive and one rear access track
* Panoramic tree top views of the Arboretum, Black Mountain, City Centre & Parliament House
* A stone's throw to Mount Stromlo Mountain bike tracks and Leisure Centre
* Easy access to walking tracks, Molonglo River corridor and wetlands
* Rear fire access track, shared use with pedestrians & cyclists

Built: 2008
EER: 5.5

Rates: $4,933pa (approx.)
UCV: $1,082,000 (2022)

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