The possibilities of living in a space like this are endless. Photo: home.byholly.
Some homes are so unique they escape categorisation. This five-bedroom, five-bathroom property at 44 Phyllis Frost Street in Forde is a perfect example.
Openness and space are a running theme with this property, as the home’s interior immediately makes an impression with a large open living/dining room that’s perfect for entertaining.
“The hub of the home is the kitchen/living/dining area, which could comfortably fit a 12-person dining table. There’s just so much space, you could really do a lot with it,” home.byholly agent Rick Meir says.
The centre of the hub is the kitchen, serviced by a walk-in pantry, servery, a steam oven, and Smeg and Miele appliances. A home chef will find a lot to love here.
Overflowing with space, the home boasts a rumpus room, a games room with a purpose-built bar, fridge and sink, a separate office/hobby room, internal laundry, an outdoor kitchen with a rangehood and a pool house studio with a living area, kitchenette and bathroom.
All this is in addition to five bedrooms, three with an ensuite and one functioning as a powder room, a spa bath in the family bathroom and (while we’re counting), a triple garage with internal access.
The main bedroom is almost set up in its own wing of the house with a huge walk-in robe, double shower in the ensuite and attached study. It’s hard to imagine what it might be missing.
“The best part is that the home isn’t big for big’s sake. Each space is thought out and is used well, making it a perfect family home, all on a single level. The whole property ticks all boxes,” Rick says.
“To say this home has a lot of space is an understatement. And, of course, any of these rooms can be changed as needed,” Rick says.
Not to be outdone by the interior, the outdoor spaces are a knockout. With an alfresco dining area that includes a kitchen and barbecue, and temperature controlled by heaters and ceiling fans, the space is functional all year round.
The garden is low-maintenance and already landscaped with native plants, stone retaining walls and a dry stone river bed.
Of course, the entire back of the home is centred around the pool, a story in itself.
“The pool is unique: solar heated with an automated cover, the pool was really made to be low-maintenance,” Rick says.
Just in case the home didn’t have enough places to live, the poolhouse functions as its own studio, with an ensuite, a kitchenette and a living space.
“That poolhouse/studio makes the home much more practical for multi-generational living, older kids, guests, you name it,” Rick says.
Looking at the home, one immediately notices the frontage, which holds a commanding broad view of a quiet street opposite Mulligans Flat Nature Reserve. The home looks great from the street, and the view from inside takes in the greenery.
“Mulligan’s Reserve is a natural grassland with protected wildlife, bike and walking trails. It’s a real woodland sanctuary and a wonderful asset to have across the road,” Rick says.
Besides the significant natural assets, the home is close to local Forde restaurants, the University of Canberra, public transport and the Gungahlin shops.
But sometimes the best home is one that works without having to put any effort in.
This home almost makes things too easy with two water tanks, two garden sheds, key pad entry, ducted gas heating throughout, new carpet in the bedrooms, walk-in storage, bespoke cabinetry in the office, a foyer with a coat cupboard, three large carports and a private driveway to the separate triple garage with auto doors and loft storage.
Homes like this are hard to find, combining sprawling space, fantastic features, a great location and perfectly facilitating a big family or one that is looking to grow more. It’s a rare offering that is already drawing interest.
For more information on 44 Phyllis Frost Street in Forde, call Rick Meir on 0408 588 770. And make you check out all the hottest listings on Zango.
