A huge backyard space features flowering trees, a water tank and a fire pit for those cold Canberra nights. Photo: LJ Hooker Belconnen.
Boasting an intelligent design perfect for a family that values privacy, 71 Coaldrake Avenue in Denman Prospect is a four-bedroom, five-bathroom home with a sprawling outdoor space and welcome surprises at every turn.
Built for a large family, this property features an innovative design plan, purposely crafted by an architect for privacy. The bedrooms don’t share common walls, and three of them have ensuites, making them ideal for a larger family.
“The architect didn’t want the residents to sit on top of each other. Everyone has their peace, and what’s more, each bedroom has a brilliant view over the roofs to the hills in the distance,” LJ Hooker Belconnen agent Robert Murphy says.
“Each room has its own view, which really adds to that sense of seclusion. The block is quite elevated, the view is beautiful, and the high position and the fencing mean no one is looking into the garden.”
The head of the home will especially enjoy the privacy of the main bedroom, with its large ensuite boasting a full-size bath, as well as a sitting room that leads out to a balcony.
“That bathtub is huge and it would be great in winter. You never realise how much you need one in Canberra until it hits winter,” Robert says.
The significant outdoor space at the back of the property is the ideal spot to enjoy the view, entertain friends or just sit in the silence.
“The backyard can really do anything. There’s an alfresco area, which flows from the living space through large sliding doors, but there are also pathways, beautiful retaining walls, a firepit and spots to sit and read,” Robert says.
“And because of the home’s position near a nature reserve, the backyard gets visited by all sorts of birds.”
The 600 sqm landscaped gardens feature established almond trees, jasmine and figs, and there is room for kids or a dog to run around and play safely.
“A gardener could do a lot with that sort of space. The owner has told me that with a good breeze, you can smell the flowering plants from inside,” Robert says.
The entertaining potential outside is obvious, and inside, it’s just as impressive. The large open living, dining and kitchen area is a stunning part of the home, especially with the fireplace set into a brick feature wall.
A kitchen with a walk-in pantry, a gas cooktop and plenty of storage makes it easy to entertain friends and family.
“The kitchen is very social. It opens out really well, and whoever is cooking is not excluded from the conversation. A space like this brings out the Master Chef in everyone,” Robert says.
Great for a family, this property is near local schools, shops and reserves.
“The local primary school is 5 minutes away and the shops are about 10 minutes away, within walking distance. It’s a convenient suburb to live in and, of course, everything in South Canberra is close by,” Robert says.
A home that strikes a rare balance, 71 Coaldrake Avenue has outdoor space, a beautiful view, privacy afforded to each room and endless entertaining possibilities, all in a suburban setting close to the amenities that families need.
For more information on 71 Coaldrake Avenue in Denman Prospect, contact Robert Murphy on 0414 734 185. And make you check out all the hottest listings on Zango.
