108 Duffy Street, Ainslie, ACT 2602

Rising from a large corner block, with commanding views across the green expanse of Fisher Place parkland, this three-bedroom, can be converted to four bedroom home reads more like country get-away than inner city abode. From here it is an easy stroll to Ainslie shops, an instant to the meandering trails of the Reserve. The home very much a response to nature, filled with warm timbers and generous spaces that forge a constant connection to light and landscape.

The earth rendered walls are naturally coloured by local red sand from Goulburn, the rich tones matching a deeper russet red, against a sky blue trim. The form characterised by its organic texture, timber panelling, casement windows and steel window shades, extruding from the build, like so many sails. A gathering of trees, softening and shading, wonderful birdlife and natural flow to gated gardens on two sides, engender a tranquil lived experience.

The original cottage has been artfully renovated and extended, creating a home imbued with flexibility and expression. The extension was designed by Greenhouse Architecture with sustainability and temperate living in mind. Northern outlook, double glazed windows, solar banking, boosted insulation combine with external louvres, perfectly angled to shield and filter seasonal heat. 

A combo of terracotta tiled and brush box timber floors harmonise with precise ailky oak joinery, including fixed cabinetry. There are two hearths to warm both living areas and provide a place to gather on cooler winter evenings. Endless glazings frame the stunning surrounds and glass sliders merge fluidly to deck and garden. The home brimming with bespoke detailing, from the magnificent slabs of River Redgum that top the solid timber kitchen cabinetry to the delicate stone mosaics in the downstairs bathroom.

Cleverly designed to morph and mould to changing family dynamics, the home's combo of spaces freely adapt to life's inevitable changes. The beautiful second living room was imagined as an artist studio, and is ideal for creating or working from home, with its direct street access and wonderful storage. Sleeping wings are housed on two levels, each with two bedrooms and a bathroom. Upstairs is also privately accessed from the street and has been rented as a separate apartment. Its treetop views a haven from the city, bringing to mind parental retreat, guest accommodation or children's escape.

Duffy is a beautiful street, edging Mt Ainslie Reserve and dotted with a mix of impressive new builds, vintage homes, and handy to a mix of great schools and leafy heritage parks. Located in the vibrant inner north, a stone's throw from the Braddon and Dickson precincts, the home is connected to a plethora of unique dining and shopping experiences. Within walking distance of the much-loved Ainslie shops, including local favourites – The renowned Ainslie IGA, Edgar's gastropub, hatted Pilot restaurant and Ainslie Cellars, the home gifts a unique village lifestyle, whisper close to the CBD.

features.

.beautifully renovated and extended home in coveted Ainslie
.three bedrooms (can also be converted to four bedrooms), two bathrooms and two living areas
.ideally placed on a large corner block, overlooking parkland
.easy stroll to Ainslie shops and Mt Ainslie Reserve
.extended by Green House Architects in 2006 
.finished in no-maintenance earth render
.arrayed across two levels
.north facing
.timber casement windows 
.dual entryway from Duffy St and Fisher St
.Fisher St driveway with oversized double carport
.terracotta floor tiles
.silky oak timber joinery
.high raked ceilings
.open plan living, dining and kitchen spilling to timber deck and garden
.built-in-cabinetry and gas fireplace
.brush box flooring
.bespoke solid timber kitchen with worktops made of single slabs of River Redgum, glass tiled splash back, large pantry, bay window, integrated rangehood, Bosch oven and Miele induction cooktop
.timber deck with fixed seating overlooking fenced gardens with water feature and magnificent gum tree
.sweeping studio, second living area or home office with direct access from the street, exposed timber beams, built-in-storage and gas fireplace
.views to parkland
.under-stair storage
.downstairs wing with duo of bedrooms, both with built-in-robes 
.family bathroom with shower room, bathtub, large vanity and linen cupboard
.RC split system
.duo of upstairs bedrooms (can covert to a fourth bedroom) with treetop views, bathroom, linen cupboard and built-in-robe
.dual entryway to large downstairs laundry
.additional toilet downstairs, three in total
.paved courtyard garden with barbecue area, vegetable and herb beds, rose twined arbour and large garden shed
.cedar garden cabin, perfect as a study, studio or hobby room
.solar array
.double glazing
.thermal banking
.angled steel window shades for seasonal solar control
.excellent insulation
.heat pump hot water
.water tank
.back to base security system
.a stone's throw from the independent eateries, shops and bars of the dynamic Dickson and Braddon precincts
.close to transport including light rail, providing fast links to all of Canberra
 convenient to many good schools including the ANU
.a mere 10 minutes to the CBD by car. 

FINE DETAILS (all approximate):

Land size: 1,093 m2
Build size: 198 m2 (approx.)
EER: 4.5
Build year: 1955

Rates: $7,049.20 pa
Land tax: $15,427 pa (investors only)
UV: $1,418,000 (2024)

Rental opinion:
Entire home: $1,000 p/wk
The flat: $400 - $420 p/wk