Willemsen-designed Forrest house sold for $4.22 million

A Willemsen-designed Forrest house has been sold for $4.22 million making it Canberra’s most expensive weekend auction sale.

Located at 5 Moresby Street, the property was last sold in 2001 for $2.14 million.

A parterre-influnced front garden leads to a front porch.

A wine cellar and powder room leads towards the timber kitchen and casual dining room and includes a marble-topped island bench, breakfast bar and two-way cosy fireplace.

The guest bedroom has its own ensuite, built-ins and an aspect onto the garden.

There is also a formal dining and lounge room with traditional open fireplace and views of the garden and pool area.

The master bedroom has its own walk-in robe, dressing room and ensuite.

At the rear of the garden is a self-contained studio with kitchenette and ensuite which can be used as either another accommodation or gym.

Other feature includes a triple garage with workshop area.

The property was offered through Peter Blackshaw agent Mario Sanfrancesco.