When position is matched by quality, the result is rarely in doubt.
A multi-level, four-bedroom penthouse at Hastings Park, a world-class trophy address in Noosa Heads, attracted national and international interest to the recent auction.
Right on Noosa Main Beach, with eagle-eye views stretching along the white sand to the Noosa North Shore, Coloured Sands and yonder, the location has been described as ‘the crème de la crème’.
For good reason. Ostensibly floating in the dress circle, with massive spirit-stirring terraces and a rooftop for those inviting seascapes, the stars aligned on auction day for the father-and-daughter team of Tom Offermann and Rebekah Offermann.
Bidding started at $8m with multiple keen bidders. It was sold under the hammer for $12.51m, prompting an incredibly loud and long round of applause.
The champagne flowed for the jubilant buyers and sellers before the ink had even dried on the 30-day contract.
“Representing the owners was an absolute joy for Rebekah and me,” Tom Offermann said, who had helped them purchase the penthouse more than 30 years ago.
“They bought it new, off the plan and their love affair with Noosa does not end, as they have purchased locally.”
Rebekah and Tom ran a national and international marketing campaign attracting enquiries from more than 150 prospective buyers.
“Ultimately,” said Rebekah, “the victors were Victorian buyers and now all nine owners in the building are from the same state.
“Tom and I joked afterwards they could now hold their body corporate meetings in Melbourne!
“This is the third auction sale in the rarefied $10m-plus sector we’ve had the privilege of handing in the past two weeks,” Tom Offermann said.
“That totals $42.5m with the sales of 38 Seaview Terrace in Sunshine Beach at $13.1m and 3 Allambi Rise in Little Cove at $16.9m.
“We’ve actually handled all of the past 15 sales of $10m-plus, so it’s assuring our long-term commitment to building quality connections certainly pays off to all our clients.”
LOCATION APPEALS
It was a great auction on at 7 Hilton Esp, Tewantin, recently with about 60 people in attendance for the auction of the original complex of three units.
Laguna Real Estate’s Melanie Butcher and Warren Evans had seven registered bidders to work with and the crowd spilling out onto the Esplanade, eager to see the outcome.
The riverside property offered six bedrooms, three bathrooms and three-car accommodation.
With a start at $3m, auctioneer Justin Voss saw competitive bidding from locals mainly.
That saw the bidding rise to $3.96m where it stalled, and a very animated auctioneer passing the property in at $3.99m.
The property was then sold under auction conditions shortly after for the reserve price of $4m.
The fact that the site was zoned low-density residential attracted the local buyers who appreciated the location.
Interstate interests were looking to relocate and saw value in the site, Melanie said.
“It was an outstanding campaign that led to an excellent response.’’
MODERN LIVING IN OLD TEWANTIN
Roger Omdahl at Laguna Real Estate had strong enquiry at the first open homes for a Tewantin property that goes to auction Saturday, 26 October.
The three-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 24 Hendry St has seen local interest as well as Melbourne, ACT, and northern NSW buyers.
POINTS NORTH
Absolute riverfront, northerly aspect, Stephen Kidd design. Put them together on Noosa Sound and you have something of real value.
A six-bedroom, six-bathroom, two-car waterfront house, pool, at 10 Noosa Pde, Noosa Heads, goes to auction at 2pm Saturday, 19 October.
Tom Offermann Real Estate principal Tom Offermann and colleague Nic Hunter are marketing this formidable property.
The luxury residence has a remarkable northerly aspect across a wide reach of the Noosa River to the wooded foreshore of Noosa Spit.
It is a tribute to the location and the natural environment, while blending sophistication and simplicity.
Understated from the street, the entry is via pavers set to the double-height wall with giant custom white timber doors evoking privacy and mystery.
These open to reveal an extraordinarily high and mighty sky roof with distinctive chandeliers, and lavish travertine flooring before it fans out ultimately to the wide frontage of the river.
Multiple living and dining areas of varying scale and entertainment moods, open to a massive undercover terrace, then an alfresco terrace right on the waterfront with pontoon jetty in front.
The bright blue pool on the side completes a tranquil tropical oasis.
The ultra-sleek kitchen comes with stone-topped cabinetry including a generous island breakfast bar and glass splashback to a garden view.
A barbecue pizza oven is in the outdoor kitchen.
Cool elegance continues in the very well thought-out, six carpeted bedrooms, which all have ensuite bathrooms.
On upper level, the premier king retreat suite comes with a spacious north-facing, undercover terrace overlooking the pool and river. Then there is the dressing room plus robes, and bathroom with bathtub. There are four additional bedrooms on this level; one has a northerly aspect; and two have daybeds. The sixth bedroom is on the ground level, as well as an office, media room, powder room and laundry.
Seeing is believing, and this really is indisputable luxury on tap.
FAMILY HOME BIG ON LIFESTYLE
Nic Hunter is taking a five-bedroom, four-bathroom, three-car house with pool at 21 Sleepy Hollow Dve, Noosa Heads, to auction at 4pm Saturday, 19 October.
The family home is nestled in the Weyba Park Estate and is designed for both comfortable living and gatherings. Inside, are spacious living areas including a formal lounge, a family zone, and media room with its own private entrance. A bathroom is located on the ground floor.
Upstairs, the main bedroom suite is a standout feature, with a reading nook, a large day bed and access to a sun deck. A spacious ensuite has double vanities, a free-standing bathtub, and a spacious walk-in robe.
Additional bedrooms are well-sized, comfortably fitting queen or king-size beds, while one has its own ensuite and walk-through robe.
The in-ground pool is both private and visible from the extensive covered patio. The timber cabana adds an element of relaxation.
SLICE OF PARADISE
Lovers of Noosa National Park and Main Beach will be attracted to a two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car apartment at Noosa Heads that is set for auction at Saturday, 19 October.
Chris Miller of Tom Offermann Real Estate takes 7308/5 Morwong Dve to the market at 3pm.
“It’s in a really attractive position,’’ Chris said, “private and with a fantastic green outlook.
“When standing on the balcony it’s hard to believe this is only a five-minute walk to Hastings St.
“It’s like a private rainforest retreat, and really functional with both bedrooms ensuited as well.
“There is good interest as quite a few parties have missed out on other two-bedroom apartments.
“They are tightly held and to have one in a position like this is exciting.’’
On the second floor and designed by architect John Mainwaring to complement the sub-tropical climate, the apartment features high ceilings and louvres in the open plan, carpeted living area.
The galley kitchen comes with white stone-topped 2-pac cabinetry including an island breakfast bar with feature timber side and views over the rainforest.
There are two carpeted bedrooms, both with walk-in robes and white tiled ensuites. The premier bedroom accesses a terrace; the second has twin king singles; a powder room, also a full laundry.
TRANQUIL HOME BESIDE THE OCEAN
The sound of waves rolling onto the beach, the feeling of sand between your toes … Tracy Russell and Tim McSweeney of Tom Offermann Real Estate continue the quality of properties being offered this weekend with a four-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car house with pool at Peregian Beach.
The contemporary beach house at 56 Lorikeet Dve goes to the market at 11am on Saturday, 19 October.
“It has been home and treasured beach house for the family for more than 36 years,’’Tracy said. “A generational opportunity, and backing onto the foreshore dunes as well.
“The beach walk from the back door is just gorgeous.’’
Renovated through the years, the house has had a bunk room for children added more recently.
There has been lots of local interest, as well as from Brisbane and Melbourne.
The house comes with lofty ceilings, disappearing doors inviting salty breezes, sunlight splicing through walls of louvres and dancing across tiled concrete floors.
The expansive living spaces spill out to the lawn and she-oak fringed beach pathway.
With north-east orientation, it was cleverly designed by award-winning Nettleton Tribe Architects. The result is privacy, minimal maintenance and considered living spaces and accommodation for holidaying family members.
The white galley-style kitchen with island breakfast bar and walk-in pantry opens to the alfresco dining area.
There are four bedrooms. Upstairs in the carpeted main suite is a picture window and plantation shutters.
On the ground floor, the north side of forecourt has been specially designed as two guest suites with a two-way bathroom, and both have built-in robes. There’s a powder room opposite, also internal access to the two-car garage, storeroom and tool shed.
BEACHSIDE BLISS
It’s a beautiful property in a very tightly held area at Marcoola, offering beachfront position.
Zoe Cooke and Jill Goode of Tom Offermann Real Estate are taking the six-bedroom, four-bathroom, two-car house with pool at 70 Beachway Pde to auction Friday, 18 October, at 10am.
A spacious Hamptons-style home within a level walk of the shops, it is part of a great community and offers a good lifestyle, Zoe said.
“It is unique in that it is a beachfront corner block of 874sq m with the opportunity for future growth.
“The open homes have been really well attended.
“There are buyers circling – local as well as from interstate and overseas. They are looking to holiday or to live here.’’
AUCTION ACTION
FRIDAY, 18 October
Marcoola
70 Beachway Pde: 6bed, 4bath, 2car house, pool, 10am, Zoe Cooke 0428 329 291 Jill Goode 0418 714 653 Tom Offermann Real Estate
Noosa Heads
2105/5 Morwong Dve: 4bed, 3bath, 2car apartment, 2pm, Chris Miller 0412 894 542 Tom Offermann Real Estate
SATURDAY, 19 October
Noosa Heads
10 Noosa Pde: 6bed, 6bath, 2car waterfront house, pool, jetty, 2pm, Nic Hunter 0421 785 512 Tom Offermann 0412 711 888 Tom Offermann Real Estate
7308/5 Morwong Dve: 2bed, 2bath, 1car apartment, 3pm, Chris Miller 0412 894 542 Tom Offermann Real Estate
21 Sleepy Hollow Dve: 5bed, 4bath, 3car house, pool, 4pm, Nic Hunter 0421 785 512 Tom Offermann Real Estate
Noosaville
6 Hazelwood Ct: 4bed, 2bath, 2car house, pool, 12pm, Adam Watts 0410 512 364 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group.
