Rare Elevated Character Residence Offering in Prime Location

In a premium blue-ribbon location in Old Deakin, No. 84 Empire Circuit sits proud and elevated on a substantial 2412 sqm block surrounded by peaceful established gardens with views to Canberra icons such as Black Mountain, the Arboretum and Parliament House.

Properties in this premium location are very tightly held, and often remain in the same family for generations. This much-loved character home is rare in the inner south, well set back on the block and quite elevated, maximising views of an estate-like parcel of land. The residence comes with history, originally built by Keith Murdoch for News Limited and occupied by the Canberra Times. The home has been enjoyed by the current family for many years and promises enormous potential for a new family.

The neatly presented residence is approached by a circular driveway and wide entrance with an extensive wooden deck ideal for entertaining. Vergola louvres provide protection from summer sun and rain whilst allowing sunny winter access. The entrance features freshly polished Ross River parquetry floors which lead into a study/library and generous, charming formal lounge and dining room providing an ambience with its authentic wood fireplace, sunny sitting areas and leafy outlooks to private established mature gardens. French doors and picture windows add old world charm.

A functional floor plan includes 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms including powder room, formal lounge/dining, spacious family room and open style kitchen with study nook and custom joinery. Rose Gum timber floorboards feature throughout the living areas. All rooms are of good proportion with plenty of light and space, well-suited for family comfort and entertaining. The generous main bedroom has an ensuite, walk-in robe and sliding door access to the northerly deck.

The rear doors open to another expansive entertainer's deck with views to the established grounds, full sized tennis court and large swimming pool. The beauty of the home's elevation means the entertaining deck can observe magical vistas to Black Mountain and over the Canberra landscape.

The downstairs level of the home offers a large rumpus room, internal access to spacious garaging and generous storage including a large capacity wine cellar. There is also a guest bedroom with separate entry, bathroom and small kitchenette.

The property has prime central positioning with short distances to Deakin and Manuka as well as numerous reputable schools including Canberra Girls Grammar right on the doorstep.

Features:
• Large 2412 sqm block
• Premium elevated inner south location with amazing views
• Large family home with circular driveway with generous off-street parking
• Charming character features throughout including wood fireplace
• Five spacious bedrooms with built-ins
• Four bathrooms with powder room
• Study/library with built-in bookcase
• Well aspected living areas flow onto front and rear private decks
• Full sized tennis court and inground swimming pool
• Gas heating, reverse cycle cooling upstairs
• In-slab heating downstairs
• Guest bedroom downstairs
• Rumpus room
• Large garage with internal access
• Ample storage with wine cellar
• Mature private formal gardens with automatic sprinklers
• Close to both Grammar Schools, Manuka Village, Canberra icons and Red Hill Nature Reserve
• Burglar alarm
• Landscaped garden and feature lights