Sky High Real Estate Above Glass House Mountains

A futuristic fortress in the clouds, Asgard sits above the Glass House Mountains at Mount Mellum; the epitome of a sky-high real estate dream come to life.

At an altitude of nearly 400m, the remarkable residence is a modern retreat hidden from the world, but crafted so the homeowner can cast an eye over the Sunshine Coast hinterland out to the Coral Sea.

Named after its mythological namesake, Asgard was designed by Dan Sparks of Sparks Architects and completed in 2020.

A year later, the enviable estate earned the coveted Australian Institute of Architects Commendation Award for Residential Architecture and was featured in a long list of publications, including The Design Files and The Local Project.

Today, agents Melissa Schembri and Daniel Rees of Sotheby’s International Realty Maroochydore have been tasked with selling the contemporary home, which has price expectations of more than $15 million.

“It’s rare to find something this elevated in both design and geography,” Schembri said.

“Asgard is for someone who wants to feel like king—or queen—of the mountain.”

In Nordic mythology, Asgard is a location associated with the gods, befitting of this parcel of paradise.

Tech entrepreneur and vendor Matthew Myers is no stranger to innovation.

After exiting multiple startups, he built Asgard as his dream home. However, with a new partner and a baby on the way, Myers is preparing for his next chapter; a nearby property complete with equestrian facilities and a go-kart track.

“I built this to be my forever home,” he said.

“But forever just got a little more exciting.”

The main home and separate guest lodge span a combined six bedrooms and four bathrooms, complemented by three fireplaces and a solar-heated infinity pool. The compound has also been built to withstand a Category 5 cyclone.

Thanks to an L-shaped dual-pavilion design, the footprint makes the most of sweeping 360-degree views and allows for loads of natural light to stream through walls of engineered glass.

The exterior is a sophisticated palette of blackened Ironbark cladding—treated using the traditional Japanese Shou Sugi Ban technique—adds a layer of fire and pest resistance while complementing the rugged Queensland landscape.

European oak floors are contrasted against darker architectural elements, while a gourmet kitchen with Miele appliances, black granite bench tops, and a butler’s pantry anchors the home’s central living area.

For days when the Sunshine Coast turns off the heat, a fireplace warms the space and bifold doors blur the line between indoors and out, spilling onto a covered terrace with a built-in barbecue and bar fridge.

Beyond the living areas, the main bedroom is a luxury hotel-inspired zone including a walk-in wardrobe and a spa-like ensuite with a freestanding soaking tub.

The sleeping quarters also feature three additional en-suite bedrooms, a flexible sitting room, and a handy study nook.

A partially subterranean level hosts a gym, a laundry, an infrared sauna, and a fifth bedroom – ideal for dual living or longer-term guests.

The second residence, tucked behind the main home, was also finished alongside the main house five years ago. A fully self-contained guest lodge, it includes its own kitchen, designer bathroom, alfresco deck, and open-plan living zone.

Across the 4.7ha grounds, there are 7000 native trees, plenty of room for wallabies and deer, a 127,000 litre rainwater tank, a grand saltwater and chlorine pool, fire pits, and multiple storage sheds.

Backed by solar, Tesla battery power, a generator, and rainwater tanks, Asgard offers off-grid capabilities without compromising comfort.

The townships of Landsborough and Beerwah are nearby, while Noosa Heads is approximately an hour away, with the Sunshine Coast airport accessible within about 30 minutes.

Asgard, at 35a Agnew Rd, Mount Mellum is listed via private treaty through Sotheby’s International Realty Maroochydore with a price guide of more than $15 million.

Coolabah has earned its place in Sydney’s heritage for several reasons. The period Greenwich estate is not simply a prime example of Victorian era design; the property was also home to Lane Cove’s premier Lord Mayor, Jeremiah Roberts.

Dating back to 1883, the restored residence at 45 Greenwich Rd has only had a handful of owners, including vendor and interior designer Jo Ellis-Doty.

“Our family has lived here for 14 years,” says Ellis-Doty.

“It’s 142 years old and we’re only the fifth family to own it. We’ve loved every moment of restoring and living in this incredible home.”

Ellis-Doty and her husband are downsizing to an apartment, so Coolabah will be auctioned on May 31. It will be sold for a guide of $6.5 million via James Bennett of Belle Property Lane Cove.

Prior to its grand makeover, records show the property last exchanged in 2011 for $2.1 million.

The classic five-bedroom house has been masterfully enticed into the 21st Century by its owner, with meticulous attention to detail.

“Locals have told us how the sitting room was used to hold dances. They would open up the French doors to the porch and linger too late in the night,” Ellis-Doty adds.

“When we were renovating, we found a safe embedded in the primary bedroom wall, and a bag of jewellery was retrieved.

“It had been forgotten by the previous owners, and they were very happy to have it returned. We are so very honoured to have been the custodians of such a beautiful period property. We will miss it terribly.”

The original owner, Lord Mayor Roberts, made his name in publishing before entering politics. He came to office in 1895, marking the beginning of the area’s municipal independence from the borough of Willoughby.

“Homes like this don’t come around often. It’s a true Greenwich treasure,” Bennett says.

With a raft of period features, Coolabah has high ceilings and several ornate fireplaces, including an original made in the 1850s and later imported from England in the downstairs bathroom.

Now updated for modern family living, the heritage home on 663 sq m features two large living areas that spill out through French doors to terraces. In contrast, the state-contemporary provincial kitchen features a vast island bench and a walk-in pantry.

In addition to a ground-floor bedroom and palatial main bathroom, there are three more bedrooms on the upper level, including a primary suite with another grand bathroom and a private balcony showcasing city skyline views.

Outdoors, manicured hedges frame immaculate gardens and a travertine wraps around the backyard mosaic saltwater pool.

Although it was created in the 19th century, Coolabah has a host of modern day amenities from ducted air-conditioning and solar panels, to CCTV security and a gated carport. There is also a separate lock up garage.

Sitting on the corner of Greenwich and the aptly named Coolabah Ave, the stately home is close to village shops and cafes, as well as Wollstonecraft Station and a number of sought-after schools.

Coolabah at 45 Greenwich Rd, Greenwich, is being marketed by Belle Property Lane Cove Principal James Bennett with a $6.5 million price guide and will go to auction on May 31.

Sky High Real Estate Above Glass House Mountains

A hidden masterpiece above the Glass House Mountains, Asgard is a $15 million modern fortress where luxury meets breathtaking elevation.

A rare slice of Sydney history, Coolabah blends Victorian grandeur with modern luxury in the heart of Greenwich; once home to Lane Cove’s first Lord Mayor and now listed with a $6.5m guide.