The Weekend Post - Real Estate
IDYLLIC SPACE FOR FAMILY TO SPREAD WINGS
On a huge 5498sq m, this seven-bedroom Edmonton home comes with a big back yard that could be used for an extension, granny flat, swimming pool or just a playground for outdoors-loving kids to run around and explore
ENJOY the peace and quiet of a private, semirural property and the conveniences of an established residential area at this massive southside property.
This double-storey, seven-bedroom home at 108-110 Canecutter Rd, Edmonton sits on a huge 5498sq m, offering a great outdoor and practical lifestyle and plenty of room to move.
The house is listed with Belle Property Cairns, and residential sales agent Vanessa Robinson said it provided just as much value on the outside as it did inside.
“The previous owners just loved all the space – the peace and quiet,” Ms Robinson said.
“The yard has so much room, it would be great for kids or pets. And there is the option to value-add – with an already solid brick construction, you easily extend outwards.
“There’s also the option to just build a separate granny flat from scratch onsite or add in a large swimming pool.”
With an existing 10,000L water tank on the property, there is also potential to house vegetable gardens or grow fruit trees.
“It could be quite a nice self-sufficient property, which is something we’re seeing a lot of people are after at the moment,” Ms Robinson said.
Despite all the potential to value-add, she said the property already had plenty to offer.
“We’re definitely receiving more interest in properties like this – everyone wants the big back yard.
“But something like this and of this size is extremely rare. I think the last one on the market similar to this was about five years ago.
“It’s in an area that was all cane farms a long time ago. So you’ve got a creek running at the back of the property and the beautiful Isabella Falls just nearby.
“Most of the neighbours are families and this will be great for those with kids who love getting out, being practical and doing things.
“It gives you that rural lifestyle, but without the snakes and the sprays of a farm.
“Then Edmonton and local amenities are only five minutes away.”
Built in the ’90s and home to only two owners since, Ms Robinson said the large house catered for a wide range of potential occupiers.
Six of its seven bedrooms are located upstairs, where there are two living areas and the kitchen.
“Five of those bedrooms are queen-sized rooms and there is the master with an ensuite,” Ms Robinson said. “It’s been recently renovated upstairs with fresh paint and a refreshing feel.
“It’s all open-plan up there, high ceilings and it’s a cool house because you get a lovely breeze throughout from the south.”
Downstairs there is an additional bedroom and the third bathroom, perfect for dual living.
“We’re seeing a lot of interest from extended families or people who want to bring in an older parent, but still allow for independent living, looking for these sorts of properties.
“It depends on the family but the room downstairs could be perfect for a retiree or a uni student who wants their independency.”
This house also includes a 9m powered drivethrough shed ideal for a boat or caravan and provides room for four cars.
This house will go under the hammer at 10am next Saturday, June 6 onsite.
It is available for inspection today, during an open-home period from noon to 12.45pm.