Erle Levey
In a much-revered street in Sunshine Beach is a statement residence, designed by award-winning architect Shaun Lockyer to reflect the location near the seaside as well as the Noosa National Park.
Little wonder that the five-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-car beachside house with pool at 10 Ross Cres has been attracting wide attention ahead of its scheduled auction on Saturday, February 20, at 10am.
Marketing agent Rebekah Offermann of Tom Offermann Real Estate has been run off her feet at open homes.
“As you could imagine, there has been terrific interest,’’ Rebekah said.
“I’m proud to offer it to the market.
“It offers position, proximity to the beach, and a flat walk to the village.
“It’s style has been well received. Shaun is doing a lot more on the Sunshine Coast and the market is responding.’’
Offering five bedrooms and three bathrooms, the property would suit a wide profile of buyers … whether as a rental, for larger families or for empty nesters who have family coming to stay.
People are readily engaging with the property, Rebekah said, with multiple second inspections being conducted.
And it wide range of inquiries – from interstate, Brisbane, and locals looking to move across town or upsizing to a house.
Naturally silvered ironbark battens have been used on the facade to highlight the beachside style.
Inside, there are soaring ceilings, a Wamberal stacked stone wall, flooring of slate, burnished concrete, recycled blackbutt and merbau timbers.
The vast living spaces open out on the northern side, while the indoor-outdoor living is further accentuated on the eastern side with a covered spotted gum timber deck featuring custom-built bench seating, a day bed, and swimming pool.
A staircase leads to four double bedrooms, study, family-size bathroom, and powder room on the upper level.
The main stairwell is bespoke blackbutt timber and leads directly to the grand retreat with lounge room, main bedroom suite, balcony, a walk-though robe, and ensuite with drencher shower and oval bath.
Rebekah said February was being highlighted by considered buyers who had avoided the flurry of school holidays.
Young families and retirees are more prominent on the streets of Noosa and the beaches.
Yet in terms of property inquiry, there is still a lot from interstate as people fly in after the lifting of Covid lockdowns.
People are driving up from Brisbane for mid-week or Saturday inspections, and the local market has been strong.
As for Sunshine Beach in particular, Rebekah said there has been a pent-up demand for property in the area.
“People who have been actively searching for many months … it feels like there is far less property available than the market has been demanding.’’
A LITTLE GEM
Renovate and reap the rewards the two-bedroom, one-bathroom, one-car apartment 8/29 Ann St, Noosaville, offers.
Set for auction on Saturday, February 27, at midday, it provides an entry-level opportunity to Noosaville, according to John Swainson of Laguna Real Estate.
“It’s a little gem,’’ John said, “and attracting mainly local interest.
The central location has already seen offers being suggested.
“It’s an ideal investment or would suit a single person downsizing from nearby suburbs.
“Neat and tidy, it is one of a small residential complex of 10.
“It features a good sized open kitchen, a combined lounge/dining with reverse cycle air-conditioning and fan.’’
John said the apartment had a retro feel and could benefit from a refurbishment.
Both bedrooms have built-in robes and ceiling fans and are carpeted.
It would rent at $430-$450 a week.
RED HOT PEPPERS
With the security of Noosa property market being in such high demand as a response to the Covid-19 pandemic, Chris Miller of Tom Offermann Real Estate is looking forward to an exciting auction this month at Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas.
The one-bedroom, one-bathroom, one-car apartment 7310/5 Morwong Dve, Noosa Heads, goes to the market on Saturday, February 20, at 11am.
It’s in a sought-after position within the resort, Chris said, with a natural green outlook.
Neutral colours and contemporary furnishings bring the outdoors in, while the galley-style kitchen has everything necessary.
In the past 12 months Peppers has seen 17 sales and Chris has handled 13-14 of them.
“It’s been a really exciting year for the resort,’’ he said.
“The sales have shown the exceptionally strong demand for the Noosa Heads location, and being so close to Hastings St.
“This apartment has a fantastic price point and the returns are really strong.’’
The private location of the apartment has seen very strong interest.
That has come from Sydney, Melbourne and a strong Queensland contingent … Brisbane as well as local buyers.
Something that has stood up through Covid has been the number of locals involved in property, Chris said.
“The lion’s share of the increase in demand has been interstate or expats but the South-east Queensland pool has remained very active.’’
Chris said a top-floor apartment in Peppers settled recently, marking a record resale price for two-bed in the resort.
The sale, to an interstate buyer, demonstrates the trajectory the resort is on.
POSITION, VIEWS BRING BUYER
Chris Miller has reported the three-bedroom, two-bathroom one-car riverfront apartment 2/235 Gympie Tce, Noosaville, has sold after being listed at $1.35m.
After one open home on the Saturday it has gone under contract following multiple offers.
Situated on the first floor, the key attraction was the extensive river views, Chris said.
“It has three spacious bedrooms and a massive balcony.
“Some spots along the river you go too high and get a tree canopy.
“Here, you look through to the river. The indoor-outdoor area is fabulous.’’
The buyers simply came through at what was a very well-attended open home.
That attracted multiple inquiries. A lot of locals and from Brisbane, but also from southern states and New Zealand.
ADDRESS SAYS IT ALL
It’s a beautiful location and the two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment 4/33 Picture Point Cres, Noosa Heads, has been built around the view.
As the address indicates, Laguna Bay, Noosa River waterways, North Shore, and the hinterland unfold in front of you.
The penthouse-style apartment goes to auction at 10am on Saturday, February 27, with Luke Chen of Tom Offermann Real Estate.
“There are only four apartments in the complex and this occupies the entire top floor,’’ Luke said.
“It’s a big unit with giant deck for indoor-outdoor living … bifold doors open right across it.
“People are saying ’wow’ when they go out onto the terrace.
“It offers position yet privacy just six minutes on foot from Hastings St.’’
Interest so far is from Melbourne, who already own property in Noosa, and those looking to upgrade for position, or downsize from bigger resorts.
“It’s ideal to live in,’’ Luke said. “Very intimate.
“Locals are looking at downsizing while improving their position.
“It’s convenient for location, also to lock up and travel.’’
AUCTION SUCCESS RATE CONTINUES
Two Tom Offermann Real Estate-listed properties scheduled for auction last Saturday once again exceeded vendor’s expectations.
During the three-week lead-up marketing campaign for 2 Santa Rosa/82 Peregian Esp, Peregian Beach agents Tracy Russell and Michael McComas were overwhelmed with enquiries and attendance at OFIs.
At the on-site auction of the Mediterranean-style villa there were seven registered bidders and about 50 on-lookers.
Sold to local buyers for an undisclosed price, the overjoyed vendors Ann and Tom Mulligan celebrated with champagne.
Meanwhile Eliza Coppin’s listing of 18 The Lookout, 1 Picture Point Crescent, Noosa Heads was sold prior to auction with several strong cash offers presented in the first weeks.
The successful expatriate buyer purchased it sight-unseen as a holiday home for his family when international travel resumes. It was a record price for the complex.
AUCTION Action
SATURDAY, February 6
Noosa Heads
18/1 Picture Point Cres: 3bed, 2bath, 2car apartment, Eliza Coppin 0423 726 639 Tom Offermann Real Estate. Sold prior
Peregian Beach
2/82 Peregian Esp: 3bed, 2bath, 2car beachside apartment, Tracy Russell 0413 319 879 Tom Offermann Real Estate. Sold on auction day
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