73 Mockridge Crescent, Holt, ACT 2615

This beautiful two-bedder is tucked away behind a flat roofed carport, edged with the sculptural forms of cacti. It is a classic modernist welcome that appeals to the imagination from the get-go. The home waiting to be discovered, shy behind courtyard fences, tall garden gate that opens onto a green oasis. An edible room really…hedged lemon trees form an avenue of dripping fruit, an olive tree grows artfully through a simple mesh screen, a curated layering of plantings making the whole space, officially a haven.

The jewel red frames of the large glazing's that dot the home introduce a pop of fun, to the otherwise elegant white interiors. Walls of glass on both sides frame nature, welcoming sunshine and gifting a feel of lightness. This is the cleverness of Taglietti – his use of low, organic forms that nestle within the landscape and angled walls that jut forward, enclosing courtyards, engendering privacy despite the confident embrace of the outside world. 

Situated across from boundless reserve, Holt Village is a low-lying cluster of mid-century townhouses, designed around open parkland. The grey brick brutalist forms and elegant lines are exemplary of the award winning architect, Enrico Taglietti. No.73 thoughtfully updated while still remaining true to its original design. 

The interiors are paired-back, light and bright, allowing the gorgeous landscape that dominates two sides of the home to sing. Living is arranged in an open plan, drifting to the north facing courtyard garden. Here you can saunter back and forth, dine on the patio in the sun or shelter alfresco beneath the deep eaves. 

A beautiful renovation has introduced fixed cabinetry that solves the problem of storage while adding to the clean, minimalist lines. A "mudroom" space allows you to kick off your shoes, hang coats and hats upon entering, while a floating side board elegantly delineates the living space. The kitchen gleams in one corner with its impressive array of seamless white joinery. Practical stone worktops waterfall delightfully to the floor, the appliances are all electric and a pull-out pantry cupboard is a clever space saver. 

The master bedroom embraces the open expanses of the central parkland. This way you can read in bed eyeing the sculptural shapes of the gum trees. Glass sliders open to breezes and you can step outside to gather fireside, enjoying the boundless feeling of bushland. In fact, both bedrooms frame the green common, have excellent built-in-storage and extend a restful, effortless vibe. There is a bathroom with a relaxing bathtub and a quintessential modernist feel - paired-back, simple, awash with tactile mosaics in soft white. 

Holt is a peaceful, established suburb bordered by reserve and open pastures. The home is handy to Kippax Fair, famous for its variety of excellent shops and great coffee. It is not far to Strathnairn Arts Centre and Burn's Golf Club and an easy stroll to Cazally Close Neighbourhood Park. The Belconnen precinct is close to hand, extending a plethora of entertainment and eating experiences. The home is also close to schools, walking trails, playgrounds, Lake Ginninderra, AIS and the UC. 


features.
.beautifully renovated, modernist two bedroom townhouse
.designed by Enrico Taglietti
.part of the boutique, low-rise Holt Village
.built in 1973 and beautifully preserved
.north facing
.open plan living spilling to a curated courtyard garden
.floating timber flooring
.custom joinery – floating sideboard and "mudroom" nook
.striking red framed double glazing throughout
.block out curtains
.modern kitchen with banks of crisp white cabinetry, pull-out-pantry cupboard, waterfall stone worktops, single drawer dishwasher from Fisher & Paykel, Bosch electric oven and cooktop, integrated rangehood
.two bedrooms with built-in-robes, overlooking central parkland
.master bedroom opening to patio with firepit
.renovated bathroom with bathtub and mosaic tiling
.panel heaters
.RC split system
.screened utility area with clothes line
.external laundry and storage shed
.single carport
.surrounded by parkland and reserve
.walking distance to Kippax Fair Shopping Centre
.10 min to Belconnen
.15km to the CBD


FINE DETAILS (all approximate):
  
Living size: 66 m2 (approx.)
Courtyard size: 55 m2 
EER: 4.0
 
Build year: 1975

Strata
Admin fund: $418.30 p/q
Sinking fund: $22.25 p/q
Total: $440.55

Rates: $ 1761.28 pa
Land tax: $2417.10 pa (investors only)
UV: $ 160,200 (2024)

Rental opinion $550 - $600 pw

Number of units in complex: 9