22 Ruthven Street

Gowrie ACT 2904

A wide gently sloping frontage, with low plantings enables the residence to make a bold statement, showing off the recent roof restoration in all its charcoal-hued glory. See-through mesh awnings allow both privacy & protection from the setting sun, & the sheltering portico is just large enough for an outdoor furniture setting. Fresh mulch means no lawn mowing is necessary, & rock retaining walls lend interest.Ample off-street parking is always a boon.

Inside, ornate cornices & ceiling roses give it a timeless elegance, eclectically contrasting the contemporary palette & its many stylish improvements. A spacious lounge room is reminiscent of more vintage properties, its expansive wall space providing an excellent platform for both artwork & furniture. Double, frosted glass bi-fold doors separate this fine room from the adjacent formal dining room,which could readily seat 8 people.

The sparkling white kitchen should please most budding chefs. Stone bench tops are complemented by plentiful overhead cabinetry, brand-name appliances including an LG dishwasher, deep stainless-steel double sinks, pantry, appliance cabinet, some soft-close drawers, & smart splashback tiling. Morning sunlight & delightful views of the surrounding hills & bushland enhance it even more. The adjoining casual living zone is invitingly roomy & offers the same dynamic outlook & orientation. Updated sliding doors with security screens flow onto a large, covered timber deck - ideal for alfresco entertaining or intimate tte--ttes with the significant other.

A short, carpeted hallway houses a deep linen cupboard & is the access point for all 3 double bedrooms, laundry, revamped bathroom & separate WC. The main bedroom, much larger than average,should appeal to most. Substantial built-in robes in two completes the picture.

Additional benefits include ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning, a tastic heater light to the bathroom, & new internal doors.

Car enthusiasts or hobbyists shoulddelight in the gable-roofed, lock-up metal garage & exceptionally high & wide carport with roller door. Power &natural light to the garage are pleasing extras. There's a dedicated parking space for a trailer or small boat in the backyard, the latter suiting people seeking a more compact rear garden. An original Hills Hoist bestows an Aussie flavour, & eucalyptus green colourbond fencing equals minimal maintenance.

They named Gowrie the suburb after the 1st Earl of Gowrie, Governor-General of Australia from 1936 to 1944. Withinthe northern end of Tugg...