Valentine’s Day bought a gift of magnitude for a young family when an original Noosaville house on 524sq m was taken to auction.
The property at 7 Laburnum Cres was maketed by Melanie Butcher of Laguna Real Estate.
The corner block in a cul-de-sac was sold in 1980 and the sellers have cared for the house for the past 17 years.
Four registered bidders, and a good crowd gathered in front of the single-level house on Saturday, 14 February.
“What a Valentine’s Day present,” auctioneer Justin Voss commented. “This is outstanding real estate.
“Welcome to the onlookers and neighbours who bought here 30-40 years ago. You did not envision this precinct becoming the type of sought-after area that it has.
“You just wanted to be close to the river. With the benefit of hindsight you have become property experts.
“The supply and demand rule means you cannot over-capitalise in this slice of paradise – especially when you consider what property is now worth in the near vicinity.”
From a start of $1.5m, there was bidding from all parties. At $2.1m the auctioneer sought further instructions.
“It’s selling day. Here today, Saturday. Not tomorrow. Put it in your calendar, February 14.”
The discussions saw the bid raised to $2.2m and the property sold under the hammer.
“All bidders were local,” Melanie said. “They understood the value of the location, and the opportunities to add value.
“It’s amazing how much much interest it attracted.”
QUALITY SHOWS THROUGH
Melanie Butcher is presenting a four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car duplex apartment at 27 Hilton Tce,Tewantin.
“It’s a magnificent house-sized duplex,” Melanie said. “The split-level floorplan features two main ensuited bedrooms.
“There are high-end finishes throughout. It is considered a brilliant build by people in the industry.
With its own own pool and gazebo, this is an exquisite home just footsteps from the Noosa River.
The fittings and inclusions are some of the finest we have seen in a home, Melanie said.
A designer kitchen features soft-close cabinetry, Brazilian natural stone benchtops and splashback.
Blackbutt timber and burnished concrete flooring is throughout.
PRIME RIVERSIDE APARTMENT
David Conolly and Mike Hay of Century 21 Noosa are seeing loads of enquiry on a two-bedroom, two-bathroom, one-car riverside apartment at Noosaville that goes to auction next month.
Featuring a ground-floor location and spacious terrace 2/1 Howard St has a commanding corner position with a stunning north-easterly river outlook.
Set for auction Saturday, 21 March, at 1pm, the double-fronted apartment in The Landing has incredible views from both the main bedroom and living area, David said.
Fully renovated and with lock-up garage, the apartment is short-term letting approved and has a north-facing terrace that overlooks Noosa River to Bobbi Island.
A stylish furniture package is included.
The open-plan living area takes full advantage of the beautiful aspect with wall-to-wall glass sliding doors leading to the terrace.
The living zone is light-filled and spacious, complemented by an elegant white kitchen with premium appliances and a peninsula with room for seating.
The main bedroom has serene river views, access to a second covered terrace, and a luxurious private ensuite with floor-to-ceiling tiles and matte black tapware.
Ceiling fans and air-conditioning are installed, there is a European laundry, built-in robes in both bedrooms and residents of The Landing can enjoy the building’s private pool.
SOPHISTICATION AT THE BEACH
Attracting attention – mainly from the Sydney market – is Amara at Peregian Beach.
In a beachfront location at 66 Peregian Esplanade, the proposed development is to feature eight sophisticated apartments, each comprising three bedrooms, two bathrooms and two-car parking.
Tracy Russell at Tom Offermann Real Estate is marketing Amara, with apartments priced from $4.85m.
Commanding a premium 2606sq m north-east facing, corner parcel of land, it is 350 metres to Peregian Beach village and patrolled swimming.
Amara is a collaboration between nationally-acclaimed building designer Chris Clout and award-winning Damien Davidson Builders.
“The quality is amazing,” Tracy said. “There is intuitive technology throughout, and the option of a private pool.
“Everything is high end. The apartments are all one-level and the extra-height ceilings give such a spacious feeling.
“You are not hemmed in.”
As well as the Sydney market, enquiries include locals either upgrading or downsizing as the apartments have lifts to each level from the car-parking areas and designated storage.
Amara ‘s design combines flowing forms, gentle curves, natural materials, height and light, Tracy said.
The design is flawless, with eight individual residences across four buildings each benefiting from seamless integration of interior and alfresco space.
This brings cooling sea breezes, coastal views, an atrium-style internal garden, and expansive terraces with built-in outdoor kitchens.
Interiors are elegant, and each residence makes its own statement.
The ground floor apartments each boast an exclusive sun-drenched in-ground pool and garden.
First-floor apartments each have two separate terraces, with the premier suite flowing out to its own private terrace.
The floorplans have been crafted to complement the Queensland lifestyle and climate, with inside/outside flow.
Refined fixtures are fittings elevate value and appeal, with Miele appliances and integrated fridge/ freezer, blonde oak timber doors, honed marble benches and splash backs, and brushed nickel tapware.
There is a stunning fireplace with stone feature wall, custom lighting, home automation throughout, sound, security and a soft-hued colour palette offering timeless grace and reflecting the beautiful natural surrounds and overall ambience.
Amara provides a coveted beachside lifestyle all year around across all seasons and all-weather conditions.
AUCTION ACTION
SATURDAY, 14 February
Noosaville
7 Laburnum Cres: 3bed, 1.5bath, 2car house on 524sq m, Melanie Butcher 0407 379 893 Laguna Real Estate. Four registered bidders. Sold at auction $2.2m
FORTHCOMING AUCTIONS
SATURDAY, 14 March
Noosa Heads
6 Mitti St: 4bed, 3bath, 2car house, pool, 1pm, David Conolly 0438 259 956 Mike Hay 0417 624 059 Century 21 Noosa
SATURDAY, 21 March
Noosaville
2/1 Howard St: 2bed, 2bath, 1car riverside apartment, 1pm, David Conolly 0438 259 956 Mike Hay 0417 624 059 Century 21 Noosa
SATURDAY, 28 March
Doonan
15 Naturalist Place: 5bed, 2bath, 2car house, pool, furniture package, on 1.4ha, 11am, Erica Newton 0410 603 519 Tom Offermann Real Estate
