Riverside sanctuary is five-stars on Hilton Esplanade

Picture the brilliant locale of the much coveted 5-star Hilton Esplanade, with a bright white 2-level river house-style design triumph on the doorstep, nestled amongst the serenity and the pristine nature of the Noosa River foreshore, yet close to the buzz and sophistication of Hastings Street.

Opening the front gate into the pretty-as-a-picture all year-round garden, and the sun-splashed lustrous pool of this privileged address, immediately evokes elation. Step onto the north-facing wide covered terrace and note how it coalesces naturally with the beauty of the park-like foreshore, and unimpeded views beyond.

Similarly, the vast indoor living spaces which incorporate timeless and elegant albeit casual design cues, with lofty shiplap ceilings, endless lime-washed-look plank tiles, disappearing doors and banks of plantation shutters, also taking inside to out in a seamless fashion, thus broadening entertaining decisions in the heart of the residence, whatever the reason or season.

With such a luxe galley-style custom-built kitchen, featuring white stone-topped cabinetry, including island/breakfast bar, statement beaten metal pendants, and the latest high-end AEG appliances, those with a penchant for culinary creations, will be totally at home. Storage solutions are aplenty also in the walk-in pantry, while tech storage is under the stairs.

In west wing, along a hallway which is wide like all doorways, and specifically designed to be wheelchair friendly, are two queen-size bedrooms with built-in robes, also a laundry with access to the west-side pathway. A powder room and a mocha-hued subway tiled bathroom are opposite.

When it comes to lifestyle and design this residence hits the high notes between spectacular and practical including dreamtime. Upstairs the oversize king master suite, gabled ceiling, ensuite with double shower and vanities, sitting room and of-so-wide terrace, with those magical northerly river views, visible whether in bed or bubbling away the blues in the free-standing bathtub. Fashionistas will adore the big walk-in wardrobe, and to save popping downstairs for a tea, coffee or sunset bubbles, arguments are settled forever, as there’s a very thoughtful addition of a hideaway kitchenette in a dedicated leisure/office area.

“This distinctively year-round cool, contemporary river house is unlike anything else,” enthuse Tom Offermann Real Estate agents Mal Cox and Peter TeWhata who have slated the property for auction on Saturday 30 July 2022.

“The much sought-after location is a fishing rod-length or two from the Noosa River where you canpicnic, swim, fish from a jetty, kayak, paddle board or go boating. Walk to Gympie Terrace with its bevy of cafes, bars and boutiques, Noosa Marina, Noosa Library, and the Noosa Leisure Centre. Hastings Street, Noosa Main Beach and the Noosa National Park are a short drive away.”

Facts & Features:

– Land Size: 510m2; block length 40m; driveway length to gate 26.5m

– House Size: 342m2; long secure driveway to 3-car garages

– Pool: 3.4m x 2.7m plunge w magnesium-filter

– About: builder Phil Campbell/Campbell Construction Co 4 years ago; north-facing to Noosa River; undercover terraces upstairs & down 7.1m x 4m; 2.7m high shiplap ceilings; wide VJ-profile doors for wheelchair access; plantation shutters, opaque glass louvres; lime washed timber look plank tiles; ducted aircon + fans; laundry w Robin Hood ironing centre; security system incl cameras & app control; 3-phase power; downstairs 2 queen-size bedrooms w mocha-hued subway tiled wheelchair-friendly bathroom + powder room; upstairs carpeted master suite w gables ceiling, sitting area opening out to nth terrace + walk-in-robe & ensuite bathroom w barn door, dble shower & vanity + free-standing bathtub + leisure/study area w hideaway kitchenette

– Kitchen: galley-style w white 2-pac stone-topped cabinetry incl 3m island breakfast bar, stone splashback; Blum pull-out pantry & soft close drawers + 3 designer beaten metal pendants; AEG induction cooktop, microwave, connection oven & dishwasher; walk-in pantry w cabinetry as per kitchen + sink + tech storage under stairs

– Inventory: partially negotiable

– Exterior/Garages: 6kW solar system; optional entry on western side/potential extension to upstairs; double + single cars w epoxy flooring + driveway entry from Hilton Esplanade

– Location: Noosa River foreshore; walk to Gympie Terrace with cafes, bars, boutiques, watercraft hire, walk/cycle ways, picnic areas, Noosa Marina, Noosa Library & Noosa Leisure Centre; short drive to Hastings Street, Noosa Main Beach & Noosa National Park; close to transport links, schools, shopping precincts & essential services