Noosa's Weekly Real Estate Guide
May 8, 2014
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Luxurious living
ENJOY the best Noosa has to offer with this grand Sunshine Beach home, located only moments from the ocean, local shopping and restaurants. ON OFFER is a rare opportunity to enjoy a luxurious home set on a ridge-top location that borders both the Noosa National Park and sparkling oceans. Meticulously presented, this home encapsulates true Noosa living with grand rooms, an architecturally designed floor plan and quality finishes and fittings throughout. Spread over three levels, there is ample space for the whole family in this Sunshine Beach residence, plus the opportunity to impress your guests with a private retreat that features poolside entry, a separate bathroom and living zone with access to a covered terrace, located on the lower ground level. A home office, workshop and ample built-in storage complete this level of the home and provide the perfect space to work from home. The middle level of this residence features the main living and dining zones, plus a well appointed kitchen, all of which
enjoy access to a covered balcony where you and your family can enjoy stunning views. A generous bedroom with ensuite and built-in robe are also located on this level as well as a main bathroom, laundry and ample built-in storage. The upper level is completely devoted to a luxurious master suite, which features a living space with access to a private balcony, large dressing room, grand ensuite, walkthrough robe and ample storage space. Outside, this home continues to impress with a 15 metre sparkling pool and large timber deck, perfect for entertaining on sunny days or simply relaxing while taking in the sensational ocean views. This luxuriously appointed home also features a double, lock-up garage with internal access to the residence, two refreshment bars, beach shower, security gate, wine cellar, and fully ducted air-conditioning.
home essentials ADDRESS: 28 Enterprise Street, Sunshine Beach AUCTION: On site 17 May, noon VIEW: Friday 4-4.30pm, Saturday 12-12.30pm DESCRIPTION: 5 bed, 4 bath, 2 car, pool AGENT: Michelle van der Splinter and Kym de Warren for Richardson and Wrench Noosa, 0413 582 670 or 0412 325 421 Thursday, 8 May, 2014 | Realestate Lifestyle 3
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NORTH MALENY 305 NORTH MALENY ROAD
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View By Appointment Auction By invitation only
Extraordinary quality, extensive infrastructure, linear form and a grandstand position capturing scene stealing northern views across the waters of Baroon Pocket reservoir and its forested shoreline; this amazing mountain top Shangri-La will quickly steal your heart. ɒ Inspirational architect design, landscaped grounds on 9.7 hectares, 24 acres with dual access. ɒ Zinc interlocking cladding, honed concrete floors, aggregate block, bluestone fireplace. ɒ Solar hot water, 7x 25k litre rainwater tanks, three phase power shed, 3.5k’s to Maleny village. ɒ Brushed stainless/aluminium German Poggen Pol kitchen, scullery. ɒ 12 metre saltwater pool/ flyover roof deck, surround sound cinema room.
Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 Peter Butt 0412 714 406 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au
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NOOSA HEADS 13 ‘LA MER’ 37 HASTINGS STREET
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View Sat & Wed12-12.30pm Price $5,700,000
With a commanding position on the sands of Noosa Main Beach facing north to Laguna Bay, this exceptional house sized penthouse apartment captures a panorama of rocky headlands, ocean, Noosa River and the run of forty miles of coastline to Double Island Point. ɒ Beautifully maintained with quality appliances / appointments, skylight, walk in pantry. ɒ Security key elevator, basement parking and storeroom, direct access to pool deck. ɒ Ducted air-conditioning, vaulted ceilings, granite bench top, marble tiled bathrooms. ɒ Double lock doors, balconies to the north & south, parquetry floors, plantation shutters. ɒ Gate to boardwalk and patrolled beach, pool/spa, sensational 40m2 roof top terrace.
Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au
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GREAT BUYING
LITTLE COVE 2 ‘PARK COVE’ 48 PARK ROAD
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View Sat & Wed 11.00-11.30am Price $1,295,000
Situated directly across from the sea and a mere couple of hundred metres to the Noosa National Park in one direction and Hastings Street in the other, this beautifully refurbished and stunningly furnished apartment is without doubt the best buying in Noosa! ɒ Fabulous first floor apartment in a small complex of just 5. ɒ Walk right out from your terrace towards the pool. ɒ Currently holiday let, it produces a very nice income for the owner. ɒ This property has it all, the right price and a fabulous position!
Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au
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AFFORDABLE NOOSA DREAM
NOOSA HEADS 6 BELFA PLACE
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View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Price Offers over $500,000
This immaculately kept home is perfect for first home buyer of ‘Noosa’ property. Being recently renovated both internally and externally alleviating immediate work. All bedrooms have built-ins and a two way adjoining bathrooms. Superbly positioned in a quiet, tree lined cul de sac, yet only minutes to town, this property really is a must to inspect. ɒ Very affordable, recently renovated, immaculately presented property. ɒ Large gradual sloping yard with in-ground swimming pool and garden shed. ɒ Copious of storage underneath house with additional off-street parking. ɒ Peaceful cul de sac with nature walkways, only 5 mins from town & all amenities.
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Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa
PERFECTLY POSITIONED
NOOSA HEADS 4 ‘THE RISE RESORT’ 37 NOOSA DRIVE
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View By Appointment Price $820,000
Apartment 4 is a gorgeous mid level fully furnished penthouse style one level apartment, rarely released in today’s market. Minimal stairs makes perfect stress free surroundings, especially for families. All rooms emanating natural light and accommodating every aspect of modern living. ɒ A good investment with exceptional on-site managers. ɒ Only 5 mins walk to all amenities, Hastings Street, Main Beach and National Park. ɒ Double fronted private balcony overlooking resorts pool. ɒ Rare opportunity for prime position that will sell quickly.
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Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa 11333401-CB19-14
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NOOSAVILLE 20 ‘NOOSA PACIFIC’ MUNNA CRESCENT
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View Monday 1.00-1.30pm Price $1.3Million
Watch the kids fish on the beach or take the boat for an afternoon champagne cruise, not often does such a unique absolute riverfront property like this ever hit the market, Noosa Pacific commands such a large parcel of prime north facing aspect and views. ɒ Light open plan design with numerous balconies, situated on the ground level. ɒ Tastefully renovated and ready to enjoy. ɒ Secure car park and owners lockup cupboard on title. ɒ Tennis, pool, jetty/pontoon, gym & BBQ area.
Frank Milat 0438 528 148 Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au
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ROOM TO MOVE
TEWANTIN 35 BECKMANS ROAD
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View By Appointment Price Offers over $1,000,000
Great value for 2 renovated homes on the one large 2 acre block only minutes to Tewantin or Noosaville. Live in one, rent the other or mum can live next door! Boasting a Manicured 2 acre block of level, private land great for kids and animals to play. ɒ Quality acreage property close to everything. ɒ Tastefully renovated with extensive outdoor living. ɒ Modern stylish outdoor decking with Pool and BBQ. ɒ Option of 2 separate homes for extended family and lots of yard for the kids.
Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au
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A rare opportunity
ON offer is a stunning 10.17 hectare property nestled at the base of Cooroy Mountain, and set among a glorious, natural landscape with soft, grassy pastures, contented cows and old growth trees. WITH a name like Con Dios, is it any wonder this home captures old Californian charm?
Four large bedrooms are located in the main residence, providing ample room for the whole family and guests.
The unique wrap-around, arched verandah envelopes a tranquil, calming residence.
Across the breezeway, you will find a beautifully appointed, self-contained studio, perfect for a home business, office or art space, and beyond that is a separate, comfortable manager’s residence.
Set amid beautiful, established gardens, the new owners of this home can enjoy the fresh aroma of fruit trees and a natural, sparkling fish pond, as they wander the private gardens. Inside, Con Dios boasts a spacious residence that features a splendid lounge room and dining area that all enjoy delightful views of the sweeping landscape. A well appointed kitchen with a walk-in pantry will make entertaining a breeze, while an open fireplace is the perfect place to relax with friends on a cold night. A sloped roof with exposed beams not only adds charm to this home, but also help with the flow of natural air and light throughout. Ceiling fans, tiled floors and air-conditioning in the main living spaces provide extra comfort year round.
The property also features an extensive workshop, lock-up garage and three sheds, plus a round yard, cattle yards and a loading ramp. Robert James Realty’s Janet Kate said this property offers a rare opportunity to buyers. “This home has never been offered for sale before,” she said. “This is a unique opportunity to purchase Con Dios, your own perfect piece of heaven.” This glorious property is located only minutes from Cooroy’s town centre, which features local shopping, cafes, restaurants and the Cooroy Library and only 25 minutes’ drive to Hastings Street, Noosa Heads.
home essentials ADDRESS: 14 Mount Cooroy Road, Eumundi PRICE: On Site, Saturday May 24, 1:30pm VIEW: Saturday 1-1:45pm DESCRIPTION: 6 bed, 3 bath, 4 car AGENT: Janet Kate for Robert James Realty, 0418 743 732 8 Realestate Lifestyle | Thursday, 8 May, 2014
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Noosa Waters – Ready To Move In To Noosa Waters – absolute privacy in this quiet cul-de-sac location Ground floor master suite with spacious ensuite and walk-in robe The modern kitchen overlooks the open plan living/dining and entertaining Bi-fold doors lead out to the timber decked poolside entertaining area 3 guest bedrooms plus a large family room upstairs The large 809sqm block allows room for off street parking for a boat or van Close to schools, shops and the Noosa River precinct
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Auction 17th May 2014 @ 11am Onsite 6 Genoa Court, Noosa Waters Sat 12-12.30pm Deb Coleman 0417 715 048 deb.coleman@robertjamesrealty.com.au
What a Rare Find – 1178 sqm In The Heart Of Noosa Heads! Air-conditioned living plus ceiling fans throughout Formal living plus family/dining Quiet street close to shops and beach Wow this is a rare find! Situated right in the heart of Noosa Heads with beautiful landscaped gardens, room for a pool and plenty of space for the kids to explore and play, this is the ideal home for those who love privacy, want room to move and desire the convenience of amenities close by.
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$680,000 30 Stormbird Drive, Noosa Heads Fri 3-3.30pm and Sat 1-1.30pm Deb Coleman 0417 715 048 deb.coleman@robertjamesrealty.com.au
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Deceased Estate - Prestigious Noosa Hinterland Acreage
‘Con Dios’ - 10.17 hectares on magical Cooroy Mountain Abutting the famous Lone Hand Rd and Mount Cooroy Rd Spacious Hacienda Home with 4 Dreamy Bedrooms Sweeping arched wrap-around covered verandas Open fireplace and old world charisma Meandering creek with old growth trees Self contained spacious studio plus caretaker’s residence Never offered for sale before this is a unique opportunity to purchase ‘Con Dios’, your own perfect piece of heaven.
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24th May 2014 @ 1.30pm – Onsite 14 Mount Cooroy Rd Saturday 1-1.45pm Janet Kake 0418 743 732 janet.kake@robertjamesrealty.com.au
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Gorgeous Plantation Home
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Room for everyone, three living areas plus study Ducted air conditioning, gas ‘wood fire’, good storage Very easy maintenance allowing more time to enjoy your hobbies Can’t make the open times? Call to view at your convenience Gorgeous Master Suite with its own verandah Timeless, thoughtful design and well worth a look
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Forthcoming 5 Inverness Place, Peregian Springs Friday & Saturday 1.30-2.30pm Penny Neep 0400 404 213 penny.neep@robertjamesrealty.com.au
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An immaculately presented beach style home that embraces Noosa living at its best. Centrally positioned just minutes from Main Beach, Hastings Street and the busy retail hub at Noosa Junction this home is not just about location and lifestyle. This two storey home also boasts stunning panoramic views of the Noosa river, Laguna Bay and beyond from the relaxing deck , main living area and the bright modern kitchen. Designed to embrace open plan living the first floor is complimented with polished timber floors and high ceilings throughout. 3 Good size bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with internal access to 4th bedroom /office and double lock up garage Manicured gardens with room for a pool and easy access to both levels of the home.
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$950,000 32 Arkana Drive, Noosa Heads Saturday 11-11.45am Rob Anderson & Racheal Sharpe 0438 682 700 & 0417 420 570 rob.anderson@robertjamesrealty.com.au racheal.sharpe@robertjamesrealty.com.au
Big Bold and Beautiful! Near new Plantation home of grand proportions. Entertainers kitchen & dining area with 2 patios Separate wing suitable for children and/or guests Large 1587m2 block with side access backing reserve Surrounded by high end homes in a quiet cul-de-sac Realistic vendors, come and make an offer! Price: Forthcoming Auction Inspect: Thurs 4-4.45pm & Sat 11-11.45am
NOOSAVILLE 14 Aspera Place
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A Hidden Gem Offering exceptional quality fittings & fixtures Ducted air, solar heated pool, Dynalite lighting, electric gate Butler pantry, wine fridge, pizza oven Separate guest studio with it’s own bathroom Bore, shed, chook pen ‌ this one may have everything Access from Smiths Road off Sunrise Road
DOONAN 22 Avian Court
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Valuable tips for first home buyers Speak to a mortgage broker prior to purchasing a home and look into securing a home loan pre-approval - while it isn’t a total guarantee that you will be able to finance your house, it’s as close as you’ll get. Getting pre-approval can help real estate agents take you seriously and give you an idea of your budgetary constraints.
IN the current low interest rate climate, many first home buyers may be confused about the best option for their first home loan. Choosing your home loan means striking a balance between your varying priorities. Are you after low fees? Or are you more interested in being able to capitalise on interest rate cuts? Maybe you’re happy to pay a bit extra now for protection against future rate hikes.
VARIABLE OR FIXED?
To help you with the daunting task of choosing your first home loan, Property Observer has four key tips: THINK LONG TERM Be prepared for your life circumstances to change over the course of your mortgage. You may be employed full time with a steady income, but there are lots of things that can affect your ability to make repayments further down the line. Babies, break ups and getting the boot at work can all make a serious dent in your financial plans. Think realistically about your life five or 10 years down the track, because you are about to make one of the biggest financial commitments of your life. FINANCE FIRST Before you’ve found your dream home, work on finding your dream mortgage.
With interest rates at a record lows, fixed rates have definite benefits. A fixed rate mortgage will lock your interest rate in and protect you from future rates hikes for a set period, usually three years. Fixed rates are also generally at competitive levels at the moment. However, there are many other factors beyond interest rates which will determine what the best loan is for you. You may benefit from low monthly fees, a flexible loan arrangement or discounts for bundling your accounts with a single lender. Don’t be afraid to shop around. A good mortgage broker will help you decide what is best for you. Once you’ve decided on a loan, it’s wise to revisit your loan with your broker on a yearly basis to see if it’s still the best arrangement for you. KNOW YOURSELF Choosing the best home loan is all
about full disclosure and being honest with yourself about your finances. Many lenders offer loan repayment calculators that will help you determine how much you can afford to pay each month. While frugality generally pays, you may find that you just can’t live comfortably without a certain level of extra spending money each month, so leave yourself a little room to move if you can. And remember, your financial decisions
Big weekend for buyers on the coast STUNNING weather helped create a successful weekend in real estate, according to local agents. Richardson and Wrench Noosa’s Shane McCauley said it was a buyer’s weekend for the sales team, with four homes sold and plenty of buyers at open homes. “Inquiries are as strong as it has been over the last six months,” he said. “The blue skies keep turning up and Noosa has reaped the rewards, not only in real estate. “Everyone on Hastings Street has
really benefited.” But it was a case of regret for many prospective buyers, according to Rosemary Callaghan from Rosemary Callaghan Realty. “Many prospective buyers have been expressing that they wish they had acted a year ago,” she said. “General confidence in our market is strong, prices have firmed and volume of sales continues to grow stronger confirming that we are in the early stages of a growth cycle.
“After recently listing a fabulous opportunity; Unit 8 ‘Pacific Villas’ just below $1.5m we have experienced an outstanding level of interest and inquiry.” The good news keeps coming, with POWE Property securing the sale of a Dame Patti Drive property prior to the planned Sunday auction. POWE Property principal Clint Smith said the sale was an indicator of the local market. “We only ran a two week auction campaign,” he said.
Building approvals paint a rosy picture ABS figures for residential building approvals still signal a strong 2014 for new home construction, says the Housing Industry Association, the voice of Australia’s residential building industry.
approvals are converted into dwelling commencements and over what timeframe will exert a considerable influence over wider domestic economic activity.”
“Building approvals for the month of March 2014 are consistent with healthy growth in new home building activity this year, although the approvals cycle itself may well have peaked,” said HIA chief economist, Dr Harley Dale.
In March 2014 total seasonally adjusted building approvals fell by 3.5 per cent to 15,598, marking the second consecutive monthly decline.
“New home building has a large reach into the wider domestic economy and the sector is very much Australia’s economic barometer in 2014,” Mr Dale said. “If you’re searching for highlights to the Australian economy, new housing is the best shot you can take. “Leading indicators such as building approvals are clearly a positive for the economic outlook. How many of these
Detached house approvals were effectively flat in the month (-0.5per cent) but grew by a healthy 7.7 per cent over the March quarter. Approvals for ‘other dwellings’ fell by 7.5 per cent in the month and were down by 7.2 per cent over the March 2014 quarter. “The momentum in approvals has slowly shifted from multi-units to detached houses and that is evident in the March quarter results,” Mr Dale said. “That having been said, multi-unit
approvals hit a record high in the December quarter last year. “There is a considerable amount of economic uncertainty and angst around at present. It will be a very beneficial outcome for the Australian economy if the new home building recovery can carve through all that while at the same time broadening its geographical reach.” Seasonally adjusted building approvals increased in March 2014 in New South Wales (+8.0 per cent) and Tasmania (+33.1 per cent). Approvals were flat in South Australia, and fell in Victoria (-12.5 percent), Queensland (-3.3 per cent), and Western Australia (-9.1 per cent). In trend terms, building approvals increased by 0.7 per cent in the ACT, but declined by 25.0 per cent in the Northern Territory.
will determine what loans you have access to, especially now that your credit history includes more detailed information including when you pay your bills. Shopping for your first home is an exciting time, and it’s hard to reserve quite the same amount of enthusiasm for mortgage shopping. But taking the time to choose the right home loan can save you a lot of time and a lot of money down the track.
Interest rates to remain low INFLATION figures for the December 2013 quarter show that the price level rose by 0.8 per cent in the final quarter of last year and that overall inflationary pressures remain modest, says the Housing Industry Association (HIA). Underlying inflation (the RBA’s preferred measure of inflation) was up by 0.9 per cent in the December 2013 quarter with the annual rate sitting almost exactly in the middle of the RBA’s target range. This result confirms that interest rates are likely to remain at all-time lows for the foreseeable future. “Today’s figures add further fuel to the notion that interest rates will remain at all-time lows for a considerable amount of time to come,” said HIA senior economist Shane Garrett. “There is no justification to depart from current settings while inflation is under control and while economic growth continues to be below trend. “Domestic manufacturers will be encouraged to see that import prices are coming under pressure,” Mr Garrett said. “After several difficult years, Australian manufacturers are finally starting to see their price competitiveness receive a boost. “It is encouraging to see the rate of housing cost a little below its medium term trend rate. “However, at 4.3 per cent, day-to-day housing costs are growing much faster than the general price level. This shows that more needs to be done by policymakers in making housing more affordable.
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Top location THIS fresh Noosa Heads property has a central location
A stylish new kitchen and bathrooms complete the package.
minutes from the Hastings Street and Noosa Junction shopping precinct.
Part of a small complex of only four townhouses, there is
Situated on picturesque and tranquil Katharina Street, this newly renovated three-bedroom townhouse sits across two levels in a leafy, green setting. All the hard work has been done for you - this roomy home features modern, natural decor, new carpets have been laid, lighting
plenty of privacy for entertaining or simply relaxing with a fullyfenced garden, balcony off the living-room and covered deck downstairs. There is plenty of storage space with a secure garage, additional off-street parking and a huge storeroom.
ADDRESS: 2/5 Katharina Street, Noosa Heads PRICE: $550,000 VIEW: By appointment DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car
This home has location, seclusion and is clean and fresh, and with the vendor priced to sell it is ready to move.
AGENT: Gail Law at Ripe Property Management Noosa Heads, 0400 079 787
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Whale watching from your balcony! SUNRISE BEACH 28 Corsair Crescent
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Situated in one of Sunrise Beach’s most sought after streets with breathtaking ocean views, this 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 4 car home offers a sensational opportunity to live an enviable lifestyle that most can only dream about. This property was meticulously built and designed in 1996 by the owners who have loved every moment of living in their home and now the time has come for fresh beginnings and new owners to appreciate the home and the exceptionally stunning sunrises that great you with each morning you awake.
This Saturday 10th May - 12pm on site
Set on a spacious 607m2 with magniicent and low maintenance landscape gardens you are greeted with an expansive outside undercover entertaining area as you walk up the stairs to your front door.
David Conolly 0438 259 956 david@c21noosa.com
As you enter the home the views are wondrous and all encompassing as the blue ocean sparkles in the sunshine. Possessing a large living and dining area and a generous kitchen this property is in immaculate condition throughout with an abundance of storage areas.
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EXCLUSIVE AGENT
Jason Wedge 0411 432 520 jason@c21noosa.com
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A Stones Throw Away From Noosa DOONAN 200 Beddington Rd The one you have been waiting for...
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This is your chance to secure a lovely family home on small acreage so close to Noosa Excellent location in Doonan.
Saturday 24th May 2014, 9am on site
If you have been waiting to buy then this is your opportunity.
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Level acreage on more than 1.5 acres Excellent family home, quiet location Private setting, bi-folds opening out to pool and decks Close to schools, beaches, river, shops Please call David Berns for inspections 0408 629 438
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Auction Time - 187 Acres, Some Of The Best Acreage On Offer
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BELLI PARK 1090 Eumundi Kenilworth Rd Multi-purpose, income potential, horses, cattle or agriculture.
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This property has been in the family for over 58 years. Time to sell, dairy country with a great mix of improved pastures which are suitable for horses or cattle. The property is fully maintained and is fenced and has been divided into six paddocks. Infrastructure, cattle yards, dip, sheds, plenty of storage, three dams, excellent bore and permanent creek that winds through the property.
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There is a ive bedroom house with two bathrooms which is currently rented. There is a magniicent house site on level ground which overlooks the acreage and the views 360 degrees. The home site boasts views over the Blackall ranges, Mount Cooroy and Mount Eerwah Vale. Positioned in Belli Park, close to Eumundi township, Cooroy township and to Noosa and Beaches.
VIEW Saturday 10th May 2.30 - 4.00pm
EXCLUSIVE AGENT David Berns 0408 629 438 david.berns@c21noosa.com
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Easy living at Sunrise THIS immaculate two-level duplex offers the perfect house-alternative for those wanting low maintenance living without compromise. FEATURING quality fittings and beautiful timber flooring throughout, this home has a light and contemporary feel.
bathroom and laundry.
From the secure entry, walk upstairs to the open-plan living area, which opens to a large balcony, perfect for entertaining friends and family.
alongside the home and has low-maintenance tropical
A fully-fenced, pet-friendly grassed courtyard runs landscaping. All of this located in a great position, just three minutes’
Glass louvres and ceiling fans throughout the residence keep the home cool and well ventilated.
walk from pristine Sunrise Beach and close to Noosa Aquatic
The kitchen has up-to-date styling, plus quality stainless appliances, an island bench, gas cooking, stone bench tops and ample cupboard space for storage.
A variety of nearby private and public schools offers a
On the upper-level of this home there is a large main bathroom with twin vanities and spa bath plus the master bedroom, which features a large built-in wardrobe. Downstairs, there are two remaining bedrooms, a second
Centre.
good choice of education for the children, while local shops, cafes and restaurants are all nearby and popular Hastings Street is less than five kilometres away. This home also features a double lock-up garage, timber blinds in the bedroom and high ceilings.
home essentials ADDRESS: Units 2/38 Orealla Crescent, Sunrise Beach PRICE: Offers over $560,000 VIEW: By appointment DESCRIPTION: 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car AGENT: Rosemary Callaghan and Marcus Bengtsson at Rose Callaghan Realty, 0419 236 133 or 0408 230 011 16 Realestate Lifestyle | Thursday, 8 May, 2014
d Ju st Li st e Noosa Springs - 501 The Ridge
3 bed | 2 bath | 2.5 car
Leafy, Private and North Facing
For Sale $899,000 View Sat 11-11.45am Web ID www.onenoosa.com/property/
• Ideal location – quiet & private with just one neighbour • Sunny North facing home ofers leafy backdrop • Spacious bedroom on ground level plus two bedrooms up
Contact
• Afordable free standing home – customize if required • Spacious oice opens to sun terrace and gardens
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• 24/7 Security, large garage plus buggy storage
Noosa Springs - 156 The Cascades
3 bed | 2.5 bath | 2.5 car
Price Reduction - Faces North East & Opposite Pool
For Sale Reduced to $680,000 View Inspect by Appointment Web ID www.onenoosa.com/property/
• Faces North East for cool Summer breezes and warm Winter sun • Three bedrooms, spacious main with ensuite, walk-in robe and balcony • 24/7 Stafed Security, renovated kitchen and bathrooms • Custom manufactured timber plantation shutters and blinds • Private, attractive courtyard gardens, pet friendly, rear gate to pool • Fully ducted air-conditioning, ducted vacuum, gas hot water
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agent talk
Brandi accepts a new challenge NOOSA’S own media sales star Brandi Wikaira has traded newspapers for property. Ms Wakaira spent almost a decade working for local titles including the former The Noosa Journal and weekender magazine and more recently Noosa Today. She said she had thought about making the change for a couple of years, but it wasn’t until she was approached by Robert James Realty principal Rob Anderson that she decided to put her thoughts into action. “2014 was the year for change for me - it was time for a new challenge and more of an opportunity to create my dream lifestyle for myself and my boys,” she said. “Robert James Realty’s the most high profile, reputable professional real estate agency in Noosa, with 18 sales agents and now three offices in Noosaville, Tewantin and Peregian Springs. “RJR has the formula that I’m looking for in becoming a successful sales agent in a town that I love.” Having lived in Noosa for almost a quarter of a century, Ms Wikaira knows the area well and has some great advice for those thinking of selling in the current market. “Make sure your home looks good and presents well, but don’t over capitalise, so seek advice from a good agent first,” she said. “Be a smart marketer and allocate about 1 per cent of your expected price in marketing and advertising. “A good sales agent should want to open your home as well as it gets current buyers in the market through your door.” Ms Wikaira said buyers should research their market, know what they want and don’t be afraid to put an offer on the table. “You might be surprised,” she said. If you would like to speak to Brandi about selling your property, or finding your next/first home, you can phone her on 0420 245 587, or email brandi@ robertjamesrealty.com.au.
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THE SURPRISE IS INSIDE!
$595,000
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Impeccably presented residence offered in excellent condition throughout. It’s all been done for you‌new carpets, freshly painted, new kitchen, new tap ware, new outdoor dining and entertaining area fully enclosed for weather conditions. It really is like buying a new home! Situated in a very quiet and lovely neighbourhood and near the very picturesque Tewantin Golf Course, nature walkways and the Noosa Bird Trail are just around the corner to investigate. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, separate lounge area, great dining area off the kitchen and sliding door to outside under cover entertaining area, double remote control garage with rolladoor at rear. There are side gates for caravan or camper van. This is surely is going to be a money maker for some lucky purchaser! The timing is right to grab this in both hands and not let go, but be quick on this one!
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Tight squeeze on the rental scene MOST of Queensland’s rental markets have returned to tighter conditions, according to the REIQ’s latest Residential Rental Survey.
points to 1.2 and 1.6 per cent respectively.
Despite increased investor activity across the state in recent months, local agents report an increased number of sales of former investment properties to owneroccupiers, reducing the overall rental pool in some areas.
Tenant demand is also up, while many are
Local agents in the southern greater Brisbane area report limited rental supply. choosing to stay put with minimal to no rent increases on lease renewals. On the Gold Coast tenant demand remains high, however increased investor activity is reportedly helping to offset this,
This is reportedly the case on the Sunshine Coast, where vacancy rates still remain tight.
with the vacancy rate easing to 2.2 per cent. According to some local agents however,
The Noosa and Maroochydore areas remain at all-time lows, with vacancies below one per cent, while Caloundra’s vacancy rate tightened further to 1.3 per cent.
these are the tightest conditions they’ve
REIQ CEO Anton Kardash said the survey, carried out in March across all REIQ accredited agencies, found that most of the state recorded lower vacancy rates compared to three months ago.
centres continue to record weak rental
“Queensland is seeing a return to a tighter rental market,” he said. “Stronger tenant demand and a decrease in the availability of stock are the common themes across the state.” In Brisbane, the overall vacancy rate for the metropolitan area was back down to 2.3 per cent, as seen at the end of September
seen in a few years, with vacancies taking only 1 to 2 weeks on the market. In regional Queensland, the state’s mining conditions, however all recorded a slight last year. Excluding the spike recorded in December, the Brisbane vacancy rate has been around the two to 2.3 per cent mark for over 12 months now.
Local agents are also reporting tenants deciding to move further out where they can achieve a larger property for the same weekly rent.
improvement in their respective vacancy
As expected, the Brisbane inner city rental market returned to a healthier vacancy rate following a spike in December. This is reportedly the result of easing asking rents to ensure vacancies are refilled quickly and also to compete with the new stock on the market.
The greater Brisbane area however saw the largest decline in its vacancy rate, down to 1.9 per cent at the end of March. All of the surrounding local government areas recorded a drop of at least 0.3 percentage points. Logan City and Redland City recorded the largest drops, both down 0.8 percentage
and rental stock remains in over-supply, with
rates. Local agents in Gladstone and Mackay say investors are still very thin on the ground tenant demand also down. Toowoomba continues to record low vacancy rates, with local agents expecting investor interest, most notably from interstate, to pick up in the next 12 months.
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A Secret Garden in Noosa Valley 181 Valley Drive Doonan, Qld Linda Shore-Perez 0427 378 687 linda@villarealestate.com.au
VIEW: Sat 10 May 11am - 12pm PRICE: $1,050,000 FREE: 1300 885 095
On offer is an exclusive private sanctuary on Valley Drive in the Noosa hinterland. From the moment you pass through the gates of Papillon, something from inside tells you that you have reached a special place. Beauty and tranquility permeate the air. This is such an incredible acreage location! Less than a minute to the golf course, and just minutes to Eumundi and Hastings St! If you’re in search of a property to enjoy AND offers a work from home option, the search is over. We invite all offers! p 5 Bedrooms p Tranquil Gardens
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Sat 2.30-4pm
Castaways Beach Castaway Cove 8/528 David Low Way 12 Tropicana Rise
Melanie Primmer, Richardson & Wrench Noosa
Sat 12-12.30pm
Melanie Primmer & Michelle Van der Splinter, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Sat 11-11.30am
Doonan 74 Valley Dr 44 Panorama Dr 200 Beddington Rd 369 Duke Rd 42 Forest Ridge Dr 22 Avian Crt 26 Livistona Dr
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Sat 1-1.30pm Sat 11am-12noon Sat 12.15-1pm Sat 1.15-2pm Sat 11-11.30am Sat 10.30-11.30am Sat 3-3.45pm
Eumundi 14 Mount Cooroy Rd 37-39 Cres Rd 9 Avian Crt
Janet Kake - Robert James Janet Kake - Robert James Penny Neep - Robert James
Sat 1-1.45pm Sat 2.30-3pm Sat 9.15-10am
Little Cove Park Cove Unit 2/48 Park Rd
Jennifer Carr, Richardson & Wrench Noosa
Sat & Wed 11-11:30am
Tim Wright - Robert James
Sat 11.30-12.15pm
Ninderry 17 Kanga Crt
Tim Wright - Robert James
Sat 9-10am
Belle Property Noosa -Ryan Picard Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Jason Wedge Kate Cox, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Kate Cox, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Jennifer Carr, Richardson & Wrench Noosa
Sat 11-11.45am Sat 1-1.30pm Sat 11-11.30am Sat 12-12.30pm Sat & Wed 12-12:30pm
Kate Cox, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Shane McCauley, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Cheryl Smart - Robert James Rob Anderson - Robert James Ross Males - Robert James Diana Pound - Robert James Diana Pound - Robert James Deb Coleman - Robert James
Sat 1-1.30pm Sat 11-11:30am Fri 10-10.45am Sat 11-11.45am Sat 10-10.45am Fri & Mon 11-1pm Fri & Mon 2-4pm Fri 3-3.30pm & Sat 1-1.30pm
Diana Pound - Robert James
Fri & Mon 10-11am
Noosa Sound 24/6 Quamby Pl
Noosa Springs 501 The Ridge
Sat 11-11.45am
Belle Property Noosa - Brian Hayes Deni Castle - Robert James Anna Fraser - Robert James Deb Coleman - Robert James
Sat 11-11.45am Fri, Sat, Wed 12-12.30pm Sat 10-10.45am Sat 12-12.30pm
Belle Property Noosa -Robyn Opperman
Sat 11-11.30am
Belle Property Noosa -Robyn Opperman Belle Property Noosa -David Garwood
Sat 12-12.30pm Sat & Wed 11-11.30am
Belle Property Noosa -Theodora Demos
Sat 1-1.30pm
Noosa Waters 20 The Anchorage 106 Shorehaven Dr 2/37 Bluefin Crt 6 Genoa Crt
Noosaville U18/7-11 James St “Montpellier” 14 B Edward St 5/82 Hilton Tce “Hilton Park” U80/179 Weyba Road “South Paciic Resort” U2/12 James St , “Solaise” 4/17 Albert St 10 Casuarina Crt 41 Jacksonia Pl Munna Beach 42/291 Gympie Tce
38 Lakeshore Pl 1/26 Peregian Espl Chameon 2/15 Martin St
Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Jason Wedge Sat 2-3pm Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly Sat 10.30 – 11am Michelle Van der Splinter, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Sat 1-1.30pm
Peregian Springs 24 Selkirk Way 31 Fairway Pde 60/114 Peregian Springs Dr 5 Inverness Pl
Belle Property Noosa -Ryan Picard Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Jason Wedge Penny Neep - Robert James Penny Neep - Robert James
Sat 11-11.30am Sat 1-1.30pm Sat 11-11.30am Sat 10-10.30am Thur 12.15-12.45pm, Sat 10.30-11am Outrigger Beach 21/273 Gympie Tce Melanie Primmer, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Thur 11-11.30am Munna Beach 35/291 Gympie Tce Melanie Primmer, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Thur 11.45-12.15pm, Fri 11-11.30am, Sat 10-10.30am Montpellier 7/7 James St Melanie Primmer, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Fri 10-10.30am South Paciic 45/179 Weyba Rd Hamish Bolderston, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Sat 10-10.30am 20 ‘Noosa Paciic Resort’
Sat 11-11.45 Sat 10. -10.30am Sat 12-12.45pm Fri & Sat 1.30-2.30pm
Point Arkwright Deni Castle - Robert James
Sat 2-2.30pm
Century 21 Conolly Hay Group Jason Wedge & David Conolly Deni Castle - Robert James
Thu 5-5.30pm & Sat 11.15-12noon
Sunrise Beach 16 Comet Dr
Sat 11-11.30am
Sunshine Beach 3 Boxsell Rise 8 Wollomia Way 69 Seaview Tce 10/20 Douglas St 24 Depper St 1/22 Stevens 1/25 Duke St 1/21 Parkedge Rd 48 Elanda St 5/12 Duke St 7 Duke St Costa Nova 8/1 Belmore Tce 28 Enterprise St U8 “Paciic Villas” 16 Bryan St
ONENoosa
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Peregian Beach
28 Corsair Cres
Noosa Heads 28/26 Noosa Hill Resort, Noosa Dr 3/2 Banksia Ave 1/25 Attunga Heights 6 Belfa Pl Apartment 13 ‘La Mer’/ 37 Hastings St 14 Mainsail Square 32 Allambie Tce 51/28 Munna Cres 32 Arkana Dr 12 Naturi St 10/28 Viewland Dr 26 Attunga Heights 30 Stormbird Dr
Frank Milat & Shane McCauley, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Deni Castle - Robert James Rob Anderson - Robert James Cheryl Smart - Robert James Anna Fraser - Robert James Greg Farmer - Robert James
6/26 Jubilee Espl
Noosa North Shore 34 Maximillian Rd
24 Munna Cres 1/11 Russell St 14 Aspera Pl 3/7-9 Sylvia St 42/67 Gibson Rd 8 Hygieta St
Belle Property Noosa - Ryan Picard Belle Property Noosa - David Garwood Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Jill Goode Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Jill Goode Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Conolly & Mike Hay Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & David Conolly Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay Michelle Van der Splinter & Kym de Warren, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Michelle Van der Splinter & Kym de Warren, Richardson & Wrench Noosa Rosemary Callaghan - Rose Callaghan Realty
Sat 10 - 10.45am Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 1-1.45pm Sat 10.30-11am Sat 1-1.30pm Sat 10-10.30am Sat 11-11.30am Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 1-1.30pm Sat 2-2.30pm Sat 3-3.30pm Fri 1-1.30pm
Belle Property Noosa -Robyn Opperman Belle Property Noosa -Theordora Demos Cheryl Smart - Robert James Ross Males - Robert James Damien Page - Robert James Willie Carne - Robert James Deb Coleman - Robert James
Sat 10-10.30am Sat 12-12.30pm Sat 11-11.45am Wed, Fri & Sat 11-11.45am Sat 11-11.45am Sat 10-10.30am Sat 11-11.30am
Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - David Berns
Sat 9.30-10.30am
Fri 4-4.30pm, Sat & Wed 12-12.30pm Sat 11-11.30am
Tewantin 78 Werin St 23 Sunrise Ave 110 Hendry St 38 Cooroibah Cres 53 Werin St 5/10 Doonella St 21/58 Furness Dr
Tinbeerwah 555 Sunrise Rd
Belle Property Noosa - Theodora Demos Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Brad McDonald Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Brad McDonald Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Brad McDonald Frank Milat & Shane McCauley, Richardson & Wrench Noosa
auction diary Saturday, May 10 12noon
28 Corsair Cres, Sunrise Beach
Century 21 Conolly Hay Group
Saturday, May 17 12noon
28 Enterprise St, Sunshine Beach
Richardson & Wrench Noosa
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