Luxurious Slice Of The Sunshine Coast
This Queensland apartment offers the best in resort-style living.
This Queensland apartment offers the best in resort-style living.
Set on the dazzling Noosa River comes a world-class development of three luxurious apartments inspired by the idyllic climes of the Sunshine Coast.
On the market is the largest of the three, a ground floor residence offering 445sqm.
Here, exquisite craftsmanship and contemporary design meet in an intelligent layout that boasts expansive terraces and free-flowing living spaces throughout the 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom 2-car garage residence.
The work of multi-award-winning designer Chris Clout, the home sees natural light feature prominently with lofty ceiling heights and multiple, seamless connections to the outdoors. Elsewhere, wide eaves maximise the use of the wrap-around terraces while expansive outdoor entertaining spaces further elevates the offering.
Inside a considered, coastal palette is delivered by oak flooring and the use of timber fixtures alongside porcelain tiles, a stone finished kitchen and bathrooms – fitted with European appliance and bespoke joinery throughout.
The master suite proves a decadent retreat replete with a private balcony, large walk-in robe and luxurious stone and timber ensuite.
The residence is privy to a stunning horizon pool, while the park-like landscaped gardens highlight Noosaville’s sub-tropical appeal. The oversized terrace makes al-fresco entertaining effortless.
A basement offers secure parking while the complex is home to a gym, sauna and powder room.
The address is close by to the Sunshine Coast’s favourite cafes and bars, with a ferry stop to Hastings Street, Noosa Main Beach and Noosa Marina nearby.
The listing is currently with David Connolly (+61 438 259 956) and Lisa McKenzie (+61 417 776 361) of Century 21 Connolly Hay Group.
1/217-219 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville, $6million; Century21noosa.com
This stylish family home combines a classic palette and finishes with a flexible floorplan
Just 55 minutes from Sydney, make this your creative getaway located in the majestic Hawkesbury region.
Home to Sir Robert Menzies and Dame Pattie, this grand Melbourne estate is a piece of Australian political history.
It may be a well-worn cliche, but if these walls could talk there would be plenty of state secrets to share. The landmark residence at 8-10 Howard St, Kew was once the private residence of Sir Robert Menzies and Dame Pattie between 1929 and 1949, during the Prime Minster’s first term in the top job. He later held the role again from 1949 to 1966, making him Australia’s longest serving Prime Minister.
Historical land records indicate that the Howard St property was sold to Leonard Clinton Shaw, brother-in-law of Pattie Menzies. Robert and Patti then moved to live into The Lodge in Canberra.
The stately arts and crafts era home was built in the 1910s and has reportedly played host to a long list of dignitaries and VIP guests. As rumour has it, the drawing room of the Kew property is where Menzies crafted his iconic speeches and held many clandestine meetings.
Today the imposing five-bedroom residence, which sits on a vast 1874sq m land parcel in the coveted Studley Park precinct, has come to market through Marshall White agents James Tostevin and Chris Barrett with a price guide of $8.3 million to $8.9 million.
According to CoreLogic, the property last sold in 2018 for $7.75 million.
Beyond the expansive parklike grounds that to pay homage to celebrated Australian landscaper Edna Walling, the two-storey house is packed with meticulously maintained period features.
Showcasing the best of arts and crafts design influences, the home has a charming tuck-point brick façade, a tessellated tile veranda, coloured leadlight glass windows, dark stained wood panelling inside, as well as high decorative ceilings and cornices.
The large foyer divides the lower level into two distinct zones; big formal rooms and more casual family-friendly spaces. Built for entertaining on a grand scale, both the lounge and dining rooms rooms have original fireplaces and open out to either the undercover veranda or enclosed sunroom.
Also on the ground level, a spacious family room with yet another fireplace connects to an everyday meals area, and the contemporary kitchen comes complete with granite surfaces, a Paul Bocuse stove, an integrated Miele dishwasher, a walk-in pantry and wine cellar. A home office, or potential guest bedroom, plus a large laundry and two powder rooms round out the lower level floor plan.
Up via a majestic timber staircase, four big bedrooms have fireplaces and built-in wardrobes, while the primary suite is home to a palatial ensuite and dressing room. This accommodation level also houses two family bathrooms and a rear balcony that overlooks the grounds.
Outdoors there are multiple lifestyle features including a north/south tennis court with lighting, a unique rounds swimming pool and all-weather terraces.
Other features include an alarm, hydronic heating, a 60,000L underground tank, a garden shed, a remote double garage and additional off-street parking.
Located on the old Oakland Estate, the Menzies’ former home is close to popular eateries, Xavier College, St Vincents Private Hospital and golf courses.
Expressions of interest close on March 11, at 5pm for 8-10 Howard St, Kew. The home is listed with a price guide of $8.3 million to $8.9 million through agents James Tostevin and Chris Barrett of Marshall White.
This stylish family home combines a classic palette and finishes with a flexible floorplan
Just 55 minutes from Sydney, make this your creative getaway located in the majestic Hawkesbury region.