6 Barkly Crescent, Forrest ACT 2603

Designed and built in 1927 by Oakley & Parkes, this stunningly elegant home is set in one of Canberra's most coveted areas. Gated and fully secured manicured gardens with mature trees and shrubs lead to the stately front porch and formal entrance. Character features including high ceilings and fireplaces enhance the spacious formal lounge and dining rooms. A well-appointed kitchen overlooking the informal living area which opens, through french doors, onto an outdoor entertaining area featuring a sparkling in-ground pool. The well-presented accommodation comprises four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a study. Features include solar panels, high battened ceilings, timber windows and a large double garage with internal access and attached workshop/ storeroom. Situated close to Canberra's top schools, the Parliamentary Triangle, Manuka and Kingston shopping precincts this fabulous home presents a rare opportunity.

Features:

-Oakley & Parkes design
-Tasmanian oak timber floors in formal areas
-Separate entrance lobby
-Lounge room with fireplace
-Dining room with fireplace
-Open plan meals and family room with in-slab heating
-Large kitchen with granite benchtops, Miele appliances, 2 ovens and generous storage
-Powder room
-Separate fitted study with external access
-Large master bedroom with french doors, walk-in-robe and ensuite
-Bedroom two with built-in-robe
-Bedroom three with large robe
-Main bathroom with bath tub and separate shower
-Ducted gas heating throughout
-In-ground salt water swimming pool
-Instant gas hot water
-Solar panels - connected to the grid with generous feed-in tariff (transfer subject to approval)
-Remote controlled driveway gates
-Remote controlled electronic Irrigation system
-Extra-large double garage with remote controlled door and internal access
-Separate workshop/ store room attached to garage
-Large laundry with ample storage
-Quality window coverings and new carpets to bedrooms

EER: 0.5
Land Rates: $10,053.83
Land Size: 1506m2
UCV: $1,709,000