22 Cowan Street, Downer, ACT 2602

From the moment you pull into the drive, you're sure to be captivated by the charms of this beautifully updated home in Downer. Surrounded by picture-perfect gardens on a 785sqm block and nestled in peaceful tree-lined surroundings, this elegant home offers style, family comfort, and dual living potential.

Every detail of this home exudes timeless elegance. With gorgeous parquetry flooring, high raked ceilings in the sunken lounge, a toasty combustion fireplace, and a delightful bay window with a window seat-the perfect nook for lazy Sunday afternoons reading in front of the fire.

Throw open the double sliding doors for effortless indoor-outdoor living, with seamless flow from the open-plan living and kitchen area to the fabulous outdoors. The deck offers a partially covered entertaining area with an automatic Vergola, so you can enjoy outdoor living in all weather. The yard is a serene oasis with established trees, lush flowering garden beds, sweeping lawns, and seating areas nestled in sheltered places.

Inside, the home continues to impress with freshly painted interiors, three well-appointed bedrooms, and two bathrooms-including the stunning resort-style main -and ducted gas heating and split system for climate comfort.

A standout feature of this property is the detached studio. Comfortably appointed with a kitchenette, bathroom, and two separate living areas, it's perfect for guest accommodation, multigenerational living, or home office.

The inner-north suburb of Downer is popular for its large and leafy blocks and Oak and Ash tree-lined streets. It offers peaceful living just moments from bustling inner north precinct of Dickson, with its shopping, dining, and quality schools, all under 5 minutes away. Take a gentle stroll to The Knox in Watson or the Gang Gang Café and Bar in the Downer Village and indulge in coffee, music or a glass of wine with family and friends. On Saturdays walk to the Capital Region Farmers' Market at Epic in 20 minutes to purchase fresh produce, flowers or a bite to eat. With easy access to Northbourne Avenue, you can jump on a nearby bus or light rail and be in the city centre in under 15 minutes.

From its peaceful location, beautiful gardens, and elegant interiors, this is a home where you can retreat, recharge and entertain with ease. 

Quality features:
• Elegant family home
• Delightful street appeal
• Welcoming front entrance
• Extended three-bedroom
• Spacious detached studio includes kitchenette, bathroom, and two segregated living areas - ideal as a home office, teenagers retreat, or a perfect set up to accommodate guests
• Split level design
• Living room with bay window, fireplace, built-in shelving and RC/AC
• Open-plan kitchen, dining, and family
• Kitchen with gas cooktop, stainless steel range hood and dishwasher
• Refurbished parquetry flooring (Aug 2024)
• Freshly painted throughout (Aug 2024)
• Reverse cycle air conditioning
• Instant gas hot water
• 1137 litres Water tanks 
• Automated irrigation system
• Solar panels 3.24kW System with 5kW inverter
• Slow-combustion fireplace with in-built cupboards and shelving
• Master bedroom with stylish ensuite and access to private courtyard
• All bedrooms with built-in robes, ceiling fans and wool carpet
• Bedroom two with access to the rear garden
• Resort-style main bathroom with European-style laundry
• Expansive wrap-around deck
• Automatic Vergola over side deck - opens and closes when raining
• Magnificent, manicured gardens surrounding the home
• Single enclosed carport with automatic roller door
• Fully enclosed backyard with multiple seating areas
• Friendly neighbourhood

Home size: 134 sqm
Block size: 785 sqm
UV: $849,000 (2023)
EER: 2.0
Year built: 1963
Rates: $4,985 pa
Land Tax if rented: $10,339pa