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PEACEFUL SECLUSION NOOSA’S WEEKLY REAL ESTATE GUIDE
5 APRIL, 2018
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STYLISHLY DESIGNED QUEENSLANDER WITH CAPTIVATING VIEWS
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Position, space, privately located in a peaceful pocket of Doonan situated in the Old Golden Triangle. Perched high at the end of a cul-de-sac is this stunning two year old contemporary light filled Queenslander set on a level platform with verandahs on four sides designed to catch the beautiful views and cooling breezes. Revel in the 160sqm dream shed with views, a breeze through and room for caravan, boat, multiple cars and workshop. Inclusive of a high-pitched insulated roof. Engineered to a high standard, 3-phase power, own bathroom
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This beautiful home is an oasis in the hinterland just 15 minutes from Noosa and has been meticulously cared for and in pristine condition, all the hard work has been done, just move in and create your own mark. Features includes:
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• Under covered solid hardwood decking verandahs with two large entertaining decks off the kitchen • Designer kitchen with gas hotplates • Black and white tiled gazebo with blinds to four sides and power • Flanked by pristine gardens that are planted out with advanced trees • Long-range views inclusive of the stunning spring fed dam with rock features • Fully ducted reverse cycle air conditioning throughout with ceiling fans inside and out • Top of the range LOPI Wood burning ireplace • Black butt timber loors and neutral carpet • Imported European chandeliers • Villeroy and Boch basins in bathrooms • White timber plantation shutters to bedroom windows and doors • Quality screen blinds to outdoor deck • 8 enclosed garage spaces • Separate storeroom off garage • Another storeroom also suitable for wine cellar under stairs • Solar power • Underground water tanks holding 64,000 litres and a tank behind the shed • Exposed aggregate concrete driveways • Large fully fenced dog enclosure
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AUCTIONEER HAS THE FINAL WORD FOR Gordon Macdonald, calling auctions full-time has always been the end game. Founder of the independent auctioneering firm The Auction Group, Gordon shares his passion for the job, and some insights into the business, with journalist Tessa Mapstone. Q. Tell us a bit about your background. A. I’m originally from Glen Innes in NSW. I started my real estate career with a stock and station agency so right from the offset I was in an office with auctioneers. I had an opportunity to start calling auctions inside a clearing sale environment. Over time I was given the opportunity to call some real estate auctions for vacant blocks of land out of town. I remember auctioneering land for $4000-$5000 and thinking how good life was. I thought I’d made it. Now our average sale price is in and around $800,000. I’m calling 60 plus auctions a month in multiple market places, from Noosa and the Sunshine Coast to Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast and as far south as Grafton. I’ve even been flown to Auckland a couple of times. Q. What makes a good auctioneer? A. You need to be approachable and you need to be able to provide clarity because you’re dealing with a highly emotional environment. We don’t get caught up in that. We’re a third party; we’re unbiased. We take our neutrality very seriously. Communication, awareness, ability to read the crowd, to be very present in the moment, these are all the qualities required. Q. What is it you love about your job? A. I love to negotiate. I love putting the impossible deals together and I love the short time frame that I have. When the hammer falls or you put together an
unconditional contract it’s quite a powerful thing. There’s only two people who carry a gavel - one is a judge and an auctioneer is another. There’s quite an element of seriousness to that role. Q. Would you agree that there’s a certain element of performance to the role? A. People come down to auctions for all sorts of reasons, whether they’re thinking about buying or thinking about selling, but there’s another reason they come down.
unconditional contract and more often that not, especially at the moment we have bidding in competition, we have the ability to get more from the market place. But for the buyers, they should really revel in auctions because it’s very transparent, they can see their competition, they know the terms of the contract. So it really is an opportunity for buyers to throw their hat in the ring, put their best foot forward and either purchase or don’t purchase the property. ●
It can be a social occasion, it can be the neighbours connecting. I believe at some level they want to be entertained. It’s public display; it’s a public theatre. One of my goals with all of my auctions is to get at least one laugh, or at least some good smiles. Winning the crowd is really important in this process. Q. Would you buy and sell your own property at auction? A. When you’re selling at auction you have the very real certainty of an
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There is a LOT of infrastructure to this property situated on the eastern side of the Bruce Hwy just 2 minutes from the bustling market town of Eumundi and 20 mins to Noosa. Captivating views overlooking the entire property paired with easy access to your own private 10 acres of useable land make this property a must see. Main features include: • Main house is rendered brick 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 living, modern kitchen and study
• Additional high clearance double bay carport to main house
• The semi detached self contained studio is weathertex clad with open living 2 bed, 1 bath & kitchen
• The whole property is fully fenced and gated
• Undercover entertainment area breezeway between studio and main house
• There are 3 spring fed dams, the largest is approx 6 metres deep
• 3 bay remote roller door shed on slab, 3 bay high clearance carport on slab, 3 stables & tack room • 2nd power box at the northern end of the property for future additional self contained dwelling
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HUGE POTENTIAL ON 10 USEABLE ACRES - 2 MINS TO EUMUNDI
• In-ground iberglass pool & pump shed
• A good water quality bore services all the external taps to the property • The majority of the property is cleared and offers a variety of grasses suitable for horses • The far south eastern paddock has a 2 bay shelter overlooking the training yard • Hobby Farm, Aquaculture, Horses, BMX or Trail Bike tracks… take your pick!
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COUNTRY BEAUTY AND CHARM STYLISH and luxurious, this country residence feels like it belongs to the landscape. Built just two years ago, this contemporary Queenslander incorporates historic charm, luxurious Hamptons design influences and high-quality features and inclusions. Set upon an elevated position, this property boasts space and privacy in a peaceful pocket of Doonan. Surrounded by immaculate landscaped gardens, this home is flooded with light and is wrapped by verandahs on all four sides to harness the captivating views and cooling breezes. This home is all style and warm ambience, designed for comfortable family living without compromising on luxury. On entry it reveals beauty and charm, with thoughtful decor from European chandeliers, to the LOPI wood-burning fireplace with stone surround that stretches to the vaulted ceiling, and stunning blackbutt timber flooring. The designer kitchen boasts high-end appliances and a large pantry with butler’s kitchen. A breakfast nook with padded seats and a bay window offers the perfect place to sit with a cup of coffee and enjoy the garden views. The master bedroom is an expansive retreat, with stunning ensuite and large walk-in wardrobe. Two more bedrooms have walk-in wardrobes, and a fourth comes with a huge storage cupboard making it perfect for either a bedroom, study, sewing room, or whatever suits your needs.
Every living area opens to the covered verandahs, with their solid hardwood decking, and two large entertaining decks off the kitchen. Relax and enjoy the longrange views that take in the stunning spring-fed dam with rock features. The beautiful tiled, powered, enclosable gazebo is the perfect place for a garden
party. Wander among the pristine, established gardens, filled with poinciana, Leopard trees, frangipanis, weeping lilly pilly, gardenias, lemons, orange, fig, mangoes and a vegetable and herb garden. A huge, 160m2 dream shed has a room for a caravan, boat, multiple cars and a
workshop. Engineered to a high standard, it has three-phase power, a bathroom, and has been clad to blend in with the house. This beautiful property is an oasis in the hinterland just 15 minutes from Noosa. It’s the perfect place to begin the idyllic country life you have been dreaming of. ●
HOME ESSENTIALS Address: 32 Mindi Road, Eumundi Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 8 garage Price: Offers over $2.2m, in writing Inspect: By appointment Contact: David Berns and Meta Georgeson for David Berns Real Estate, 0408 629 438 and 0410 549 741. 22 NOOSA TODAY
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finaL & ONLY go Lf fr ontage Land in noosa
only 7 homesites available
• 3kms from Hastings street • gated entrance
• PremiUm siZed Homesites
• Walking distance to noosa springs clubhouse, spa, restaurant and facilities • expansive views over the 18 hole championship golf course, lakes and subtropical landscape • minimum land size 800sqm, all with golf course frontage
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IN PROFILE DOONAN
NEIGHBOURLY PLACE TO LIVE
SUBURB PROFILE: DOONAN
BY TESSA MAPSTONE SEAS of green, rolling hills, dense forest, spectacular views - it’s no surprise the hinterland suburb of Doonan is so sought after. Here, residents find privacy and tranquillity. It feels like you are a million miles from the outside world, when in actual fact you are just a few minutes drive from Noosa, with its incredible beaches, beautiful national park, designer shops and gourmet restaurants - not to mention the world-famous Noosa lifestyle. Agent David Berns knows the Doonan market like no other. He has been selling properties here for 18 years and was recently recognised by buyers and sellers as their pick for agents in the locality. “It’s a peaceful area, that offers acreage close to Noosa,” he said. “Doonan is an Aboriginal word that means the leaf of a tree. “It’s got space, privacy and it’s close to everything - you can get to the beaches quickly, the river, great hospitals and the airport.” Doonan is home to a mix of spacious homes right through to high-end luxury estates. “You can buy a lot more home for your dollar in Doonan than you would in the coastal areas, so people are able to buy well,” Mr Berns said. And a strengthening market here, property prices are on the rise, making Doonan an even more desirable place to invest in a home. Mr Berns said he had seen a strong increase in property prices in homes, while higher-end homes were holding steady.
Population: 3459 Average age: 45 years Average household: 0.9 people Median household weekly income: $1576 Main occupations: Professionals, technicians and trades workers, managers.
Houses Median Price: $842,500 Weekly median advertised rent: $550
“Doonan was one of the highest holding areas during the global financial crisis; it even outperformed Sunshine Beach and Little Cove,” he said. “There’s a lack of available land as well. Properties are therefore going up in value.” One of the best selling points about the area, Mr Berns said, was the fantastic neighbours. “All the people that live in Doonan are really beautiful people, very friendly. “It’s just a really desirable area that people love.” ●
Units 12 month capital growth: 7.32 per cent
OPEN HOMES
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Agent
Saturday 7th April
12.00pm - 12.45pm 19/512 David Low Way
11.00am - 11.45am 11.00am - 11.45am VACANT LAND VIEWING Tender Closing 4/4/2 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 259 956 12.00pm - 12.45pm 1.00pm - 1.45pm
20 Grevillia Lane
5 5 4
Auction
5 5 4
Auction
5 5 4
Auction
4 2 2
O/O $799,000
Saturday 14th April
1.00pm - 1.45pm
20 Grevillia Lane
Saturday 21st April
1.00pm - 1.45pm
20 Grevillia Lane
Doonan
Noosa4Sale - 0412 635 274
David Berns Real Estate - 0408 629 438
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2/38-40 Lorikeet Drive 2/38-40 Lorikeet Drive 12 Parakeet Crescent 42 Avocet Parade
3 3 3 5
3 2 2 4
2 2 1 2
By Negotiation By Negotiation By Negotiation From $2,300,000
Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0401 807 697 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0401 807 697 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0401 807 697 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0417 624 059
27 Nth Ridge Avenue 45 Augusta Circuit 11 Pennant Court 22 Harrier Crescent 12 Longwood Drive 1 Glen Abby Avenue 102 Ridgeview Drive
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2 2 2 2 2 2 2
1 2 2 2 2 2 2
$535,000 Mid $900,000's $769,000 Offers Over $600,000 Offers Over $680,000 Mid $800,000's $749,000
Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 712 600 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 579 789 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 712 600 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0438 579 911 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0418 712 600 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 579 789
Wednesday 4th April
10.00am - 10.45am 46 Elanda St
5 2 2
Auction
Noosa4Sale - 0412 635 274
Saturday 7th April
Saturday 7th April
11.00am - 12.00pm 83A Seib Road
4 2 2
O/O $699,000
David Berns Real Estate - 0419 818 418
1.30pm - 2.30pm
32 Mindi Road
4 2 8
O/O $2,200,000
David Berns Real Estate - 0408 629 438
2.00pm - 3.00pm
11 Ward Street
4 2 2
O/O $790,000
David Berns Real Estate - 0419 818 418
Noosa Heads
11.00am - 11.45am 1/21 Hill Street 12.00pm - 12.45pm 46 Elanda St
3 2 1
Low $800s
10.00am - 10.30am 26/1 Quamby Pl
3 2 1
Low $800s
11.00am - 11.45am 6 Bartill Court
4 4 2
$995,000
224 Eumarella Road
Noosaville
3 2 2
O/O $765,000
David Berns Real Estate - 0419 818 418
Auction Diary
Noosa4Sale - 0412 635 274
Saturday 7th April
Noosa4Sale - 0412 635 274
Offers Over $750,000 Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0403 134 420 Auction Noosa4Sale - 0412 635 274
Saturday 7th April
9.30am - 10.30am
10.00am - 10.30am 26/1 Quamby Pl
2 2 1 5 2 2
Weyba Downs
Thursday 5th April
Cooroy
Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - 0411 644 254 Saturday 21st April 2.00pm 20 Grevillia Lane
5 5 4
Auction
Noosa4Sale - 0412 635 274
5 3 9
Auction
David Berns Real Estate - 0419 818 418
5 2 2
Auction
Noosa4Sale - 0412 635 274
Eerwah Vale
Saturday 7th April
11.00am - 11.30am 41 Jacksonia Pl
4 2 2
$759,000
Peregian Beach
Noosa4Sale - 0412 635 274
Saturday 7th April
12.30pm - 1.30pm
72 Main Camp Road
Sunshine Beach
Thursday 5th April
Saturday 7th April
42 Avocet Parade
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Sunshine Beach
74 Botanica Court
Eumundi
1.00pm - 1.45pm
A B C
Saturday 7th April
10.00am - 10.45am 10.00am - 10.30am Noosa4Sale - 0412 635 274 11.00am - 11.45am 11.00am - 11.30am Noosa4Sale - 0412 635 274 11.00am - 11.45am 12.00pm - 12.30pm 12.00pm - 12.45pm
Saturday 7th April
12.00pm - 1.00pm
Address
Peregian Springs
Saturday 7th April
1.00pm - 1.45pm
Time
Saturday 7th April
Castaways Beach
Cooroy
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