Striking and Spacious Mid-century Modern Home

Step into a rare piece of Canberra's architectural heritage with this striking, spacious mid-century modern home, designed by celebrated architect Miles Jakl, who is also renowned for the iconic 'Carousel' (Lunetta) restaurant atop Red Hill. Originally featured in the Canberra Times, called "A glamour house" and Home Beautiful, this house has hosted many a dinner party of the who's who. Also proudly featured in 100 Canberra Houses book, this timeless residence is a true design classic, based on Hollywood glamour, showcasing the clean lines, functional elegance, and effortless indoor-outdoor flow that define the era. Sympathetically updated for contemporary living, the home retains its authentic 1960s character while seamlessly integrating modern comfort and convenience. From its impressive facade, double front doors, expansive glazing and bespoke timber details, every aspect has been thoughtfully curated to preserve the home's retro-modern charm. Nestled on an 852sqm block in one of Canberra's most coveted locales, the house boasts a dramatic formal entry, impeccable street presence with landscaped gardens and private alfresco spaces designed for year-round enjoyment. Soak up the sun beside the heated in-ground pool, or entertain in style in the north-facing courtyard that connects with the light-filled living spaces. *Light filled with floor to ceiling glazing in most rooms and 2.7 metre high ceilings * Original features, including in-built joinery, light fittings, Japanese silk wallpaper on the feature wall in the living area and parquetry floors throughout living areas and wool carpet in the bedrooms and hallway * Three generous sized bedrooms, with built-in wardrobes. The master bedroom has a dressing area, silk curtains and original chandelier * The ensuite contains a sunken bath, original fixtures and fittings sourced from Italy and chandelier * Elegant formal living area and dining area and an informal living area with a gas fireplace * Open-plan living framed by floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors, flowing to a stunning north-facing courtyard * Flexible fourth bedroom or home office featuring original joinery and feature wall * Spacious lower-level rumpus, offering another living area, pool room, games area, or guest retreat * Timeless, renovated kitchen with crisp white benchtops, designer fittings, and oversized prep space, including two sinks, European appliances and integrated dishwasher and fridge * Under floor heating in the ensuite and main bathroom. * Irrigated, low-maintenance gardens. * Bathroom, powder room and a fully fitted bathroom downstairs * Double roller blinds, original sheer curtains and honeycomb blinds throughout * Double garage and space for a third vehicle adjacent the driveway * Ducted heating, split system air-conditioning, electric heat pump for the swimming pool and a 13.2kW PV system * Ideally located near Canberra Grammar School and Canberra Grammar Girls' School, Deakin shops, Red Hill Nature Reserve, and key medical and business hubs Land Size: 852sqm (approx.) Living Size: 317sqm internal, plus 33sqm of garage space (approx.) Rates: $7,200pa (approx.) Land Tax: $15,800pa (approx.) UCV: $1,490,000 (2024) EER: 1.5 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.