5 Darwin Avenue, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia
5 Darwin Avenue is a standalone house set on a spacious block. The land area measures 5,998 m², providing ample room for gardens or outdoor activities.
Yarralumla lies about 3.5 km (roughly 2 miles) south‑west of Canberra’s central business district. The suburb enjoys convenient access via major roads such as Adelaide and Commonwealth Avenues.
The house is near Lake Burley Griffin with waterfront parks including Weston Park, Yarralumla Bay and Lennox Gardens. These parks offer swimming, picnic spots, walking and cycling paths, and are popular weekend destinations.
Several embassies and high commissions are within walking distance, including the High Commission of Samoa (0.0 km), the Embassy of Mexico (0.1 km), the Embassy of Egypt (0.1 km) and the High Commission of Singapore (0.2 km).
ACTION bus route 57 runs along Novar Street, Schlich Street and Hopetoun Circuit, connecting the suburb to Woden Interchange and the City Interchange. This provides regular service to the wider Canberra area.
Yarralumla is home to Government House (the Governor‑General’s residence), the National Zoo & Aquarium, the historic Canberra Hotel, and Albert Hall. These sites reflect the suburb’s rich cultural and historical heritage.
Yes, Weston Park on the western edge of Lake Burley Griffin offers swimming areas, wading pools and a miniature railway. Nearby Yarralumla Bay also provides access for rowing and sailing clubs.
