The home at 32 Damabila Drive, Lyons. Picture: Supplied

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A modern take on the classic Darwin elevated has hit the property market in Lyons, designed by Troppo Architects.

The four-bedroom home at 32 Damabila Drive, Lyons, has the best parts of an old Top End home – north-south facing, big veranda, louvres, indoor-outdoor flow – all in a well thought out design

The owner bought the property after falling in love with its uniqueness compared to the other property offering in Lyons.

“It’s like living in a treehouse,” he said.

“You could almost drive past and not realise it’s there because it’s tucked away behind the trees.

“And, because it’s elevated above the one-storey brick houses that surrounded it, it has such nice airflow through the house.

“Whoever designed the home, obviously had that in mind.”

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The owner said he particularly liked that the home was a modern build with true tropical flair.

“You’ve got louvres throughout the first floor and up high … and sliding doors onto the big veranda, which becomes another room to the house.

“You have the living area, the kitchen and then you open the doors and the living flows effortlessly onto the balcony.

“It’s great for entertaining and it also looks out over the park across the road.”

The home is surrounded by trees on a 606 sqm block, across from parklands and a playground.

On the ground level there is a four-vehicle carport, outdoor kitchen and covered entertaining area.

There is also a bedroom with ensuite.

Upstairs, the open plan living, dining and kitchen has timber floorboards and opens to the big veranda.

The kitchen has timber cabinetry, bamboo shelving, cashmere granite benchtops and stainless steel appliances.

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The main bedroom has custom built-in wardrobes and an ensuite with granite benchtop.

There is also a family bathroom with granite benchtop.

The two remaining bedrooms are up on a split level and feature custom built-in wardrobes and unique mezzanine sections.

“The mezzanine levels could be set up with a second mattress or a desk – the options just depend on how imaginative you want to be,” the owner said.

The property also comes with a 4m x 4m shed, a separate tool shed, a 5kw solar system, lawn space and fruit trees.

“There’s plenty of room for kids to run around and with the park across the road, you have all that space as well,” the owner said.

The property is walking distance to the Darwin hospital and close to schools, shops and the beach.

“It’s so convenient for healthcare workers,” the owner said.

“You can walk to work and beat the mad rush turning into the hospital.

“The bikeways are amazing as well.

“You can hop on your bike and ride to Casuarina Beach, Rapid Creek and Nightcliff.”

PROPERTY DETAILS

Address: 32 Damabila Drive, Lyons

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 3

Carparks: 4

Auction: Tuesday, June 18, 6pm

Agents: Michael Van De Graaf, 0413 450 075, Jacinda Summers, 0468 514 005, Real Estate Central

Inspect: Sat, Jun 15, 1.45-2.15pm