76 Rivett Street

Hackett ACT 2602

Some homes manage an ideal balance of spaces, seamlessly connecting the old with the new and number 76 Rivett doesn't disappoint with its classic mid-century charm and modern updates, right down to its precision fresh paintwork, both inside and out.

This four-bedroom ensuite family home has been beautifully renovated and is ideally placed, edging French Street and facing Mt Majura Reserve, connected to all the local delights of the inner north. This is quintessential Hackett, leafy and tranquil with ready access to a myriad of bushland biking and walking trails, peaceful parklands and all the while, just moments from all the enticements of the city.

Within new hybrid timber flooring stretches to meet walls in natural white, as large windows welcome a blessing of light. There is a trio of airy social spaces ? front living room, central kitchen/combined dining and sunken family room. It's a fabulous mix, catering for every mood and occasion. The family room ideal for cosier times in front of the gas fireplace or for welcoming summer breezes via the glass sliders that spill to the alfresco patio and private rear gardens.

The stunning brand-new kitchen is perfectly arrayed with an island and long peninsula for congregating. The elegant combo of crisp white and warm timber hues, stone worktops and kit kat tiled splashback, is a delight and there is plenty of storage to keep life minimal. There is a 90cm oven and induction cooktop from Miele and a sleek stainless-steel dishwasher from Bosch, making family meals and entertaining effortless.

There are four excellent sized bedrooms, three with built-in robes, all with new carpet and glorious leafy views. The master has the luxury of a lovely ensuite bathroom with crisp white tiles and earthy feature mosaics. The excellent family bathroom with a relaxing bathtub is also finished in crisp white.

The corner block is large, with a beautiful mix of natives, fruiting trees and tall shady evergreens. A central pathway, broad sheltered front veranda and organic crushed gravel walkways allow you to experience the delights of the whole garden. A driveway off French Street, ushering to a double carport set with a duo of auto-doors and a pretty fab breeze block enclosure, for parking bikes and placing bins out of sight.

This sleepy pocket in the coveted suburb of Hackett feels blissfully serene yet is just moments from the Dickson and Braddon precincts and the CBD. Hackett shops are not far, with a mix of relaxed eateries, cafes, and essentials. The home is also close to transport and a variety of schools and colleges including the Australian Catholic University. As you stroll around the suburb you will always be greeted by a friendly face, it is just one of those suburbs that is warm and welcoming, once here you will never want to leave.

features.

.beautifully renovated four bedroom ensuite family home in coveted Hackett
.lovingly maintained for decades by the current owners
.perfect combo of old and new
.welcoming foyer
.three social spaces including a lovely living room, family room and dining area off the kitchen
.some classic mid-century modern features
.new hybrid timber flooring
.new solution dyed nylon carpet to all bedrooms and the sunken family room
.large front living area features big windows framing leafy views
.nice flow to central kitchen/combined dining area
.brand new kitchen with stone benchtops, central island with breakfast bar, banks of storage, Miele 90cm oven plus induction cooktop and dishwasher from Bosch
.sunken family room with original stone hearth, gas fireplace and opening to the outdoor patio and garden
.large internal laundry opening to the garden
.linen closet
.master bedroom with built-in-robe and ensuite bathroom
.bedrooms two and three with built-in-robes
.renovated family bathroom with bathtub
.separate toilet
.ducted gas heating
.evaporative cooling
.instant gas hot water
.alarm system
.combo of blinds and plantation shutters
.freshly painted inside and out
.sheltered front veranda
.corner block with beautifully planted wrap around gardens
.spacious rear garden with flat lawns, fruiting trees and raised vegetable beds
.under house storage
.private driveway with double carport and twin auto-garage doors
.breeze block storage area
.handy to Hackett shops, parks, a variety of schools, colleges and the ACU
.just across from Mount Majura Nature Reserve
.moments from the Dickson and Braddon precincts
.easy drive to the CBD and ANU
.wonderful friendly neighbourhood

EER: 1.5
Land Size: 862m2
Land Value: $906,000
Rates: $5,031 approx. per annum
Internal living: 172m2 approx.