5 Darwinia Terrace, Rivett, ACT 2611

Nestled within tranquil, private gardens, this exquisite 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home invites you to experience a lifestyle of spacious sophistication amongst lush landscaped beauty. Within a peaceful and leafy pocket of Rivett, this immaculate family home presents an outstanding opportunity to settle into a relaxed and established neighbourhood in Weston Creek. Lovingly maintained and thoughtfully presented, this residence sits on a generous 877sqm block, surrounded by established gardens, private outdoor spaces and beautiful leafy outlooks. With direct access to the expansive reserves of Cooleman Ridge and Narrabundah Hill, the home offers an enviable connection to nature while remaining conveniently close to local amenities such as the local Rivett and Chapman shops and Chapman and Duffy Primary schools.

Inside, the classic formal living and dining area provides a warm and inviting space for entertaining. Rich timber accents, elegant light fittings and awning-shaded front windows create an atmosphere that is both comfortable and refined. Filled with natural light, this separate living zone flows through to the spacious open-plan kitchen and family room, creating an effortless setting for everyday living and memorable gatherings.

At the heart of the home, the renovated and well-equipped kitchen is designed with the home cook in mind, featuring engineered stone benchtops, a Westinghouse cooktop, oven and grill, and a Bosch dishwasher. Centrally positioned within the home, it provides convenient access to the additional bathroom and outdoor courtyard, while overlooking the adjoining family room.

The spacious family room extends naturally outdoors through sliding glass doors to a beautiful elevated covered deck. Overlooking established gardens, this inviting space encourages relaxed entertaining and year-round enjoyment. The picturesque deck features an electric louvered Vergola, allowing you to make the most of the outdoors in every season. Beyond it, a series of private courtyards, landscaped lawn and established garden beds provide an abundance of space for children or pets. Whether hosting summer barbecues, gathering with family and friends or simply enjoying a quiet afternoon surrounded by greenery, the outdoor spaces are a genuine highlight of this property.

Three spacious bedrooms provide comfortable private retreats. Two feature large built-in wardrobes, while all three benefit from picture-frame windows, fresh carpet and convection wall heaters. Flexible in their use, the bedrooms can comfortably accommodate children, guests, a home office or additional living requirements. Two well-appointed bathrooms service the home. The main bathroom features a separate shower and full-sized bathtub, while the second bathroom, conveniently positioned off the family room, provides additional functionality. Both are bright and finished with charming classic watercolour-style tiling. A separate toilet further enhances the practicality of the floorplan. Reverse cycle heating and cooling units in both the lounge/dining room and family room provide year round comfort.

The full-sized laundry provides excellent functionality with direct access to the rear yard. Outside, the generous enclosed backyard is complemented by Colourbond fencing, a lockable garden shed, established garden beds and multiple entertaining areas, offering both privacy and plenty of scope for future enjoyment. Whether enjoyed as is or personalised over time, this versatile home provides an ideal foundation for first-home buyers, growing families and downsizers seeking space, comfort and lifestyle.

LOCATION:

Established in the late 1960s, Rivett is a popular Weston Creek suburb known for its leafy streets, generous green spaces and strong sense of community. The suburb's streets take their names from Australian flora, adding to its distinctive character. Residents enjoy convenient access to the local Rivett shopping centre and cafes near Bangalay Crescent, while the suburb's position provides easy connections to public transport and major roads leading throughout Canberra.

Rivett is surrounded by open green space, with playing fields, neighbourhood parks and pedestrian parkland woven throughout the suburb. Darwinia Terrace itself is a peaceful and quiet street, offering a welcoming residential setting for families and those seeking a relaxed lifestyle. The home is conveniently located close to Cooleman Court Shopping Centre with Medical Centre, Walk-in Centre and Allied Health Services. This home is in the catchment of Chapman Primary and Duffy Primary and close to St Jude's Primary School and St Judes Early Learning Centre Preschool, Canberra Montessori School, St John Vianney's Primary School and Orana Steiner School. Immediate walking trails to Narrabundah Hill, Mount Stromlo Forest Park, Cooleman Ridge and the Holder Wetlands.

Combining comfort, versatility and an enviable connection to nature, this is a home with plenty of room to grow, entertain and enjoy for years to come.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Three-bedroom, two-bathroom home in Rivett
• Generous 877sqm block
• Peaceful street with a welcoming neighbourhood atmosphere
• New carpet throughout the hall and bedrooms
• Awnings on front cedar windows
• Spacious open-plan family room adjoining the kitchen
• Renovated kitchen with engineered stone benchtops, Westinghouse cooktop, oven and grill, and Bosch dishwasher
• Separate formal living and dining area with dimmer lighting
• Master bedroom with built-in wardrobe
• Second bedroom with built-in wardrobe
• Third bedroom with flexible-use potential
• Main bathroom with separate shower and full-sized bathtub
• Separate toilet
• Second bathroom with shower conveniently located off the family room
• Spacious covered deck with electric louvered colourbond Vergola
• Full-sized laundry with rear yard access
• Split-system reverse cycle heating and cooling in the living/dining room
• Electric Panasonic NanoeX heating and cooling system in family room
• Convection wall heaters in all bedrooms
• Multiple private courtyard spaces
• Enclosed backyard with Colourbond fencing
• Lockable garden shed
• In the catchment for Chapman Primary and Duffy Primary
• Walk to local Rivett shops and Chapman shops
• Convenient access to Cooleman Court and Woden Town Centre
• Easy access to Cooleman Ridge and Narrabundah Hill walking trails

STATISTICS (all figures are approximate):

EER: 2
Residence Size: 167 sqm
Land Size: 877 sqm
Land Value: $577,000
Rates: $3,721 annually

Disclaimer: All information regarding this property has been obtained from sources believed to be accurate. However, no guarantee is given as to its accuracy. Interested parties should make and rely on their own enquiries regarding inclusions, figures, measurements, dimensions, layout, furniture and descriptions.

Type

House

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2

Parkings

2

Area

877 m²

House Size

167 m²