17 Jagara Street

Aranda ACT 2614

The pedigree of this remarkable four bedroom ensuite home dates back to the late 1960s, but its rebirthing in 2009 under the guidance of Canberra architect Bronwen Jones marks the moment it transcended into the new era.From the outset, the dream for the new layout was framed around the owner's love of light-filled domestic spaces complemented with an affinity for natural materials to create, in her own words, 'joyous spaces that underpin a great family life'. Single level throughout and coupled with ample external surrounds of natural bushland and greenery, this is a home that would be an ideal choice for everyone from young professionals and families to style-conscious downsizers.On arrival you'll have no trouble finding the entrance - a bold, oversized orange front door that's a tangible statement of recycled timber and joinery celebrating the craftsmanship you'll find inside. The home's entire northern edge is lined with windows, including 7 metres of double-glazed bi-fold doors that reveal an enormous timber deck overlooking the bushy rear yard.The long floor plan is divided at the centre with an inspired back-to-back kitchen and laundry, both galley-style and each so functional that it may be the first time you've ever called a laundry 'gorgeous'. The kitchen is sublime and clearly from the imagination of someone who understands the need for storage and the desire for quality facilities. Lined with a plethora of white soft-closing drawers, it also includes a Miele induction stove top, Miele oven and a designer stainless steel bench & sink overlooking the greenery outside.The rear of the home offers an alternate family space - an enormous open area for reading, television or relaxing that's just outside the two rear bedrooms - making it a perfect adjunct for the teenagers in the family or an ideal hobby area that's discreet from everyday activities.The master bedroom holds even more surprises with an ensuite as well as a dressing area that will redefine your view of a walk-in robe. As large as another bedroom, it has more than enough space for his & her clothes racks or a first lady's collection of shoes. Meanwhile the remaining bedrooms are both large and adaptable, each suitable for use as a sleeping area or study as your family evolves.A high-quality hydronic heating system ensures your year-round comfort and there are a range of designer finishes - Pirelli flooring, Irish goat hair carpet, Italian bluestone tiles, recycled Australian hardwood and plywood joinery.Outside, the spacious timber deck and its concertina doors provide an exterior living area that feels so naturally connected to the home that you'll probably leave the space open for most of the warmer months. The garden beyond is deliberately native, meaning it's low maintenance all year round and naturally suits the bush preserves that define Aranda's attraction.Nearby you'll find rejuvenated local shops as well as the Jamison Centre, two primary schools, and Canberra High School. A little further afield is Radford College and the University of Canberra, while the entire suburb is dotted with green belts and walking tracks. Calvary Hospital and the stadium are within strolling distance and, for your peace of mind, Aranda even has a major Ambulance and Fire Brigade facility on its oval.Features:Designed by the highly-respected owner/architectFour spacious bedroomsFully glassed northern edge along living spaces7-metre double-glazed bi-fold doorsEnormous deck overlooking the green yardExpansive interiorsGalley-style kitchen and back-to-back laundryDiscreet family room outside rear bedroomsEnormous master bedroom with ensuite and WIRBeautiful wood-lined bathroomConvenient to schools, shops and emergency services