Dream homes: Luxury hinterland retreat hits the market in Tallebudgera Valley

Of all the homes currently up for grabs on the famous Gold Coast – prized for its multistorey houses and flashy penthouse apartments – perhaps none leave such a captivating first impression as the home affectionately named Il Ruscello.

Catch a glimpse inside and it’s little wonder this hinterland acreage is gaining the attention of local downsizers and out-of-state buyers alike.

Tucked away in a secluded street in Tallebudgera Valley, this contemporary single-storey home offers a rare opportunity to own a slice of paradise within the Gold Coast’s frontier and fully embrace the close connection it provides to the great outdoors.

It’s difficult to imagine that less than five years ago the block was just a parcel of land close to Annabel Creek.

When the sellers purchased the land in 2019, they called upon Burleigh Heads-based designer Stuart Osman and his team to create their dream empty-nester home to accommodate their changing lifestyle.

Osman spared no expense in fulfilling their wishes and in doing so constructed a visual masterpiece in which every corner of the home exudes luxurious tranquillity.

Selling agent Scott Keatley of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty believes the glamour and intricate nature found throughout make it stand out of the market.

“It’s elegant, simplistic design is well-considered and crafted, and filled with carefully chosen finishes that give it this beautiful atmosphere,” he says.

Once you’ve stepped inside onto the fine American oak timber floors, you’ll notice how harmoniously each room flows into each other, guiding you to the outdoor deck with a glass mosaic tiled pool accessed by the glass cavity slider feature door.

In the kitchen, the calacatta marble island benchtop is fitted with brushed brass joinery and custom built-in cabinetry, complemented by high-end appliances.

Each bedroom has 100 per cent New Zealand Bremworth wool carpet and the main has built-in wardrobes and an en suite featuring a free-standing stone bath.

For a home that is roughly 230 square metres internally, you won’t feel claustrophobic with the living spaces designed to be comfortable and for entertaining.

As winter approaches, the new owners will particularly enjoy the French-made Cheminees Philippe fireplace that is perfectly positioned to warm up the entire home.

It’s hard to believe a home like this is only minutes away from the hustle and bustle of the Gold Coast and the premium lifestyle the city offers.

“It’s under 10 minutes to get to Burleigh Heads, and while it’s in this lovely pocket of the valley, it’s not too deep that it becomes inaccessible,” says Keatley.

“It’s close to all of the Gold Coast’s beaches, parks and amenities making it easy to access everything that makes the area loved by locals and tourists alike. And yet, it’s tucked along the creek and has this charming hinterland vibe, giving it a rural feel despite being five to 10 kilometres from the city centre. It’s a lovely part of the world.”

As Keatley runs his expressions-of-interest campaign for the property, the known acreage specialist believes the home will be best suited to other downsizers, many of whom want to escape the city confines and immerse themselves in the natural landscape.

No matter who the eventual buyers turn out to be, there’s one thing he knows for sure; they will never tire of Il Ruscello and the lifestyle that accompanies it.

Keatley is accepting offers over $3 million for the home.

SOLD - $2,900,000

70 Monday Drive, Tallebudgera Valley QLD 4228

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