9 Tennyson Crescent, Forrest, ACT 2603

* Please note all inspections are by prior appointment only. *

Uncover an exceptional chance situated in the heart of the Inner South. This Canberra dwelling holds a storied past and presents a way of life characterized by enduring grace.

With polished hardwood floors, intricate timber panelling and grand fireplaces, this residence echoes an era of refined living. The expansive formal rooms are adorned with details that tell stories of a bygone era, while offering a breathtaking view of meticulously manicured gardens running over some 3500m2. Renovated, yet maintaining unformed aesthetic, the stone kitchen is a culinary enthusiast's dream, complete freestanding 4 oven Aga cooker, walk in pantry and open layout to the family room then out to the pool deck. More informal, this family space is lined with floor to ceiling windows and glass sliding timber doors, hardwood floors and gas fireplace with ornate mantle. A dream for children of all ages, the media room off the kitchen offers that break out space needed in a busy family home.

Peeling off the main corridor, the master suite is of appropriate proportions, with a corner sitting area returning to a renovated ensuite. Bedrooms 2, 3 + 4 are all beautiful large rooms, with garden views through double hung windows, battened ceilings and large built in robes. Notably, a recently renovated porcelain tiled bathroom adds a touch of modern luxury, with freestanding vanity, period fixtures + Kaldewei bath. Timeless in finish, impeccable in quality.

The uniqueness doesn't end there. A fully self-contained three-bedroom ensuite cottage to the rear provides a retreat for visitors or extended families. Bathed in sunlight, the cottage is well proportioned, has private alfresco spaces, and its own private entry. Built in the 1970's but tastefully modernised in the early 2000's.

Car enthusiasts will be appreciative of an oversized double garage, and adjoining 3rd garage or work from home/ hobby/ storage room. Plus the brick lined asphalt drive with automatic gates both onto Tennyson + Wilmot Streets and portico connecting the main house to the cottage. A valuable land holding of some 3500m2 of perfectly developed Forrest land, sitting on the high side within the best school catchments.

The history of this home adds to its allure. Designed by Architect Mr. Kenneth Oliphant, 'Darlington' was built in the late 1920s for Mr. Sidney Ryan, a prominent local dentist from Queanbeyan. This historical significance imbues the property with character and depth, and understandably in all its years, this is only the fourth time offered for sale.

* 5KW solar system + insulation added throughout
* Electrics upgraded + 3 Phase power + CCTV security monitoring system
* Original cornices replicated and consistent throughout
* Incredible grounds, hedged for privacy with rolling lawns, established plantings, hundreds of bulbs + flowering shrubs + 100 year old Magnolia
* Underfloor heating in laundry and back entrance area + ducted heating & cooling in both homes
* Inground fibre-glass pool + sandstone paving + glass frameless fencing
* Chinese Elm shaded decks, idyllic Sunday lunch venue + pizza oven. Enough space for all types of family celebrations
* Licenced bore for the garden watering + irrigation system on multiple zones
* Oversized laundry + external access + Perrin & Rowe fittings
* Service pit built into garage + oodles of off street parking
* Completely gated grounds, secure for kids + pets
* Prestigious address of generational tenure

Whilst all care has been taken to ensure accuracy in the preparation of the particulars herein, no warranty can be given, and interested parties must rely on their own enquiries. This business is independently owned and operated by Belle Property Canberra. ABN 95 611 730 806 trading as Belle Property Canberra.