9 Dampier Crescent, Forrest, ACT 2603

Discreetly hidden behind a private manicured hedgerow is this very large contemporary architecturally-designed home of approx. 633m2 area nestled within a lush established mature holding of some 2,267m2 . Only an unhurried inspection will allow you to fully appreciate the artistry that has brought the spectacular garden into the light-filled house and to witness the close attention to those fine details that have taken a luxury residence and turned it into a fabulous and liveable family home delivering a first-class standard of living.

Formal & Informal living on a grand scale with huge living, dining and family rooms with the most gorgeous garden aspect surround the large Luxe stone kitchen with luxury appliances and abundant storage options.

Full-height picture windows capture dappled autumn light and provide tranquil verdant backdrops to all rooms. Delicate Japanese maples, azaleas, cycads, winding pebble-framed stepping stone pathways and water basins combine to create multiple layers interspersed with three terraces for outdoor entertaining.

The segregated master suite offers an expansive light and bright ensuite and enormous walk-through wardrobe and direct access to the gleaming indoor heated lap pool.

Three bedrooms in the opposite ground-floor wing include a second ensuite bedroom and one with concealed home office cabinetry, making it a true dual-purpose space. Upstairs, an enormous rumpus room doubles as a teen retreat guest/study with its own ensuite and elevated outdoor terrace providing plenty of indoor and outdoor relaxation space

A charming self-contained studio within the gardens and separate to the main residence is ideal for a home office, teenage retreat, guest accommodation or for an Au Pair.

Set on a large 2,267m2 holding close to the parliamentary triangle, Finest ACT schools and the Manuka village, this stylish family residence seamlessly blends comfort, light and tranquillity just minutes from Canberra's CBD.

Highlights
* 5 bedroom main home
* 4 bathrooms + powder room
* Separate self-contained cottage with own private access
* Triple car garage with automatic doors
* Underground wine cellar
* Established low maintenance gardens, designed to give year-round pleasure
* Separate self contained studio above garage with private access
* 10ft high ceilings
* Floor-to-ceiling windows (great for bird watching)
* Predominantly double glazing throughout
* 5-zone reverse cycle ducted heat & cooling system providing year-round comfort
* Winner of HIA "Best Custom Built Home"Category
* Concrete walls with double insulation
* Electric controlled windows throughout home
* Large double timber door entrance.

* Formal dining and formal lounge room
* Conveniently serviced by powder room
* Direct access to kitchen and butler's pantry

* Large wide hallway with stunning garden vistas in every direction
* Large ergonomically-designed open plan kitchen
* Oversized Miele fridge
* 2 x Miele dishwashers
* Miele Induction cooktop

* Family room:
* Large, working timber fireplace
* Built in storage for modern appliances

* Built in wardrobes in each bedroom
* Excellent storage options throughout home including wall-to-wall garage storage
* Custom walk-through wardrobe in master bedroom
* HIS and HER vanities in master ensuite
* Upper level bedroom/flat is a generous space with a separate balcony and ensuite

* Indoor pool- economically heated all year-round (solar heating + gas heating + pool blanket)
* Huge skylight above pool
* Pool has direct access to master bedroom
* Outdoor hot shower (with massage jets, shower hose) adjacent to pool room

* Ever-changing mature garden wraps around the house
* Fully automatic irrigation system
* 6 different paved courtyards
* Garden shed & Chicken shed
* Segregated second driveway
* Wide variety of plants include citrus, maples, elms, camellias & manicured hedges
* Impressive sandstone archway entrance originating from a church in Watson's Bay
* Beautiful handmade wrought iron entry gate
* Easy-care Koi pond with biological filter
* Fully fenced boundary, with established hedge providing privacy
* Handmade wrought iron entry gates

Rates: $13,221 per annum
Land area: 2,265m2
House Size: 633m2 total area
UCV $3,300,000
EER 5