In 1969, this character-filled home was built by AV Jennings and the following year it was purchased by a Canberra family looking for a house to raise their children. Now, 55 years later, this light filled home backing reserve is on the market for the first time since its construction, with tons of potential and ready to begin its next chapter.
The home is located on a generous 913m2 parcel of land, in a quiet leafy street amongst other quality homes. Follow the driveway along the established gardens to the side entry, where you'll be greeted by a spacious backyard that looks over the reserve - ideal for children to play & learn. Step inside and you're immediately welcomed by the home's original charm and character, from the mid-century inspired wallpaper in the entry to the feature hanging light above. It's the small details like these that make a house feel like a home.
In the living area, the elevated position from the back offers a perfect vantage point over the reserve, where horses graze peacefully. The enormous corner window is ideally positioned to enjoy the natural surroundings whilst even being inside. The L-shaped design allows plenty of room for dining and relaxing for the whole family.
This flows through to the kitchen and meals area & the hybrid timber floors complement the charm of the full-sized original kitchen, which features plenty of storage & bench space with loads of potential to make it your own. You'll love the beautiful hardwood timber floors throughout the rest of the home including the main living area, all bedrooms & hallway - this add warmth, texture & style.
At the front of the home are four well-appointed bedrooms, each with space for future storage or a study nook. The main bedroom also enjoys a large corner window that fills the room with natural light and frames tranquil views across the reserve.
Cook is one of Canberra's most sought-after suburbs, known for its leafy streets, friendly atmosphere and unbeatable convenience. Just five minutes to Belconnen Town Centre and moments from Jamison Plaza, it offers an ideal balance of lifestyle and location. Families are drawn to the friendly local Cook shops, nearby schools and playgrounds, as well as Mount Painter Reserve, literally at your backdoor.
In this location with its endless walking trails, nature on your doorstep, schools & shops within walking distance, make Cook the perfect place for your family to grow, explore and call home for the next 55 years.
In the words of the owner, "As a child, I have so many fond memories of walking around the sheep tracks on Mt Painter. The sheep tracks have now been replaced with proper walking tracks, which makes access so much easier. Moss St was always quiet, and we all grew up together as a community, something it continues to do today."
Opportunities like this are rare - we look forward to seeing you soon.
Features:
• Elevated position capture tranquil reserve views
• Large 912sqm block on a quiet street
• First time offered in 55 years
• Quality 1969 AV Jennings family home
• Spacious backyard with carport and garage
• Warm timber floors in living areas and bedrooms
• Full-sized kitchen with ample storage
• Four well-positioned bedrooms
• Main bedroom with large corner window
• Charming mid-century details and character touches
• Views across the paddock to the Brindabellas
• Lounge room windows capture afternoon light
• Close to walking tracks to Mt Painter
• Established front and rear gardens
• Peaceful, family-friendly neighbourhood setting
• Walk to the local hub at Cook Shops, the nearby independent supermarket The Cook Grocer at 27 Cook Place and the café/bar Little Oink plus friendly hair-salon and specialty stores nestle just a few minutes' walk away, making daily errands and casual weekends easy.
• Exceptionally well located for access: about 5 km (roughly a 10-minute drive) to the Belconnen Town Centre and approximately 19 km (around a 23-minute drive) to the Canberra City Centre.
Essentials Approx.
• Living: 147m²
• Block: 912m²
• Rates: $5,007p.a
• Land Tax: $10,445p.a (Investors only)
• Age: 55 years (built 1970)
• EER: 0.5
