8 Wilmot Crescent

Forrest ACT 2603

353 m²

2932 m²

House

Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

A Grand Old Estate

A rare opportunity to secure a classic heritage Canberra residence of timeless elegance on an expansive 2932m2 elevated block in one of Forrest's most prestigious streets. This much-loved single-level residence offers a harmonious blend of grandeur, warmth, and lifestyle appeal, framed by a prized true north aspect and captivating treetop outlook. A meandering floorplan that is both enchanting and flexible. Set high above the street with a semi-circular gated drive, this estate impresses with its scale and charm. Generous proportions teamed with rich hardwood floors, soaring high ceilings with ornate cornices, and classic details add to create an inviting ambience. Grand living areas with detailed brick fireplaces are of breath-taking proportions suitable for larger families, and picturesque floor-to-ceiling farmhouse windows flood the interiors with natural light. A clever separation of the living zones again allows for daily comfort, with an informal meals and living areas spilling off from a large functional kitchen, yet out the back a more kid friendly zone, television room or playroom, complete with built in bookshelves and access onto the back lawn. The accommodation is both substantial and flexible, comprising five spacious bedrooms and multiple ensuites/bathrooms. Set on a substantial block with a wide frontage, the grounds offer a true sense of retreat with genuine privacy and an array of established shrubs and flowering ornamentals. Truly, a blue-chip address, estate-like presence, and rare scale, this is a once-in-a-generation offering in one of Canberra's most tightly held suburbs. * Single-level home with 5 spacious bedrooms and multiple bathrooms * Heritage listed * Grand formal and informal living areas with fireplaces * Floor-to-ceiling farmhouse-style windows capturing natural light and garden views * Expansive kitchen with timber benchtops, twin wall ovens * Radiators + R/C heating & cooling - ducted * Prestigious location in one of Forrest's finest streets * 353m2 internal living space + 53.5m2 garage + Store + boiler room (sizes apx.) Living Size: 353sqm (approx.) Land Size: 2932sqm (approx.) UV: $4,050,000 (2025) EER: 2 Disclaimer: All care has been taken in the preparation of this marketing material, and details have been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable. Blackshaw do not however guarantee the accuracy of the information, nor accept liability for any errors. Interested persons should rely solely on their own enquiries