What to see this weekend in Queensland

There’s still time to find your dream home before Christmas …

48 Arthur Terrace, Red Hill

Auction: Saturday December 10, 12.30pm
Open: Saturday December 3, 10.15am-10.45am
Agent: Daniel Argent, Urban Property Agents, 0402 214 900

Five bedrooms, four bathrooms, three car spaces

There’s been many a collective sigh uttered in this Red Hill beauty over the past week and the general consensus, agent Daniel Argent says, is that it’s “beautiful”.

“Every single person I’ve spoken to for feedback has gushed the same thing: beautiful. Just so beautiful.”

They’re not wrong. A picture-perfect Queenslander in every sense from the front to the back, it’s an example of everything done right in a renovation.

Perfectly preserved gardens, latticework, verandahs and even the gable give the first clue to the thought and meticulous care that has gone into restoring the home.

Inside, the house is spread over two levels. Generously proportioned, charming and serenely sophisticated, its hushed interiors provide the perfect frame for the green vista outside. A large verandah wraps itself around the house, making the most of the elevated urban views from the back.

With five bedrooms, four bathrooms and multiple living areas up and down, it has space to spare – and on an 817-square-metre block, it’s also an inner city rarity.

Local cafes, restaurants and Paddington’s village are all within easy distance.

14503/1 Oracle Boulevard, Broadbeach

Take in the views. Photo: Mantra Group Realty

$3.5 million
Open Saturday December 3, 1pm-1.30pm
Agent: Anthony Quinn, Mantra Group Realty, 0431 959 581

Three bedrooms, three bathrooms, two car spaces

If you want to see how the other half live, get yourself along to this open home.

Set on the 45th floor of the beach tower in the Peppers Broadbeach Oracle building, this luxury sky home apartment is one of the biggest in the complex.

No expense was spared in the fit out but agent Anthony Quinn says it’s all about the views: “The views will quite literally take your breath away,” he says.

A remarkably generous balcony hugs the entire perimeter of the apartment, ensuring no views are left unseen, from the spectacular ocean views which stretch to Coolangatta, to the misty green backdrop of the hinterland – it’s all on show via the floor-to-ceiling glass.

Inside, the interiors are sleek, contemporary and opulent – the $250,000 worth of designer and imported furniture, which is being sold as part of the apartment, a testament to the expense which has been put into the home.

There are three oversized designer bedrooms, three bathrooms, plus a media room or office. Five star amenities at the Oracle include entertaining lounges with wine storage cabinets, a private cinema, state-of-the-art gym, steam room, indoor and outdoor pools and barbecue facilities.

The complex has Broadbeach shopping, restaurants and cafes on its doorstep.

3/3 Russell Street, Noosaville

Absolute waterfront. Photo: Tom Offermann Real Estate

Auction: Saturday December 17, 10am
Open: Saturday December 3, 11am-11.30am
Agent: Richard Locke, Tom Offermann Real Estate, 0433 237 422

Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, one car space

There are five apartments in this absolute waterfront complex on the Noosa River but in the 28 years since it was built, there’s been only six sales transactions.

It’s one of Noosa’s most tightly-held locales and it’s not hard to see why – set on the absolute front of the Noosa River, it offers magnificent 180-degree views which stretch from Noosa to Mount Cooroy.

Agent Richard Locke says he expects a good turnout at the auction on December 17.

“It will be an exciting auction – we’re expecting it to sell under the hammer,” he says.

“Every single person who has inspected it hasn’t wanted to leave. They’re blown away. That’s why there’s been so few sales in this complex – it’s the kind of place you keep for a very long time. You can’t replicate sites like this.”

Spread over two levels, the ground floor opens out to the riverside gardens and access to the deepwater pontoon for boating or fishing.

The interiors are fresh, light-filled and generally just beautifully appointed, with a distinct laid-back coastal feel. There are two bedrooms, two bathrooms, bifold doors which expand back to the full-length balcony and a garage with storage.

66 Derby Street, Balmoral

Prime position. Photo: Place Bulimba

Auction: Saturday December 17, 10am
Open: Saturday December 3, 11.30am-noon
Agent: Paul Johns, Place Bulimba, 0433 201, 888

Five bedrooms, three bathrooms, two car spaces

Set into the hills that hug the borders of Hawthorne and Bulimba, Balmoral is dotted with properties that rise and fall with the slope of the land.

Perched in an elevated corner position, this brand new five-bedroom home has a commanding position that makes the most of its aspect.

Agent Paul Johns says its clear and open elevation will appeal to buyers.

“It’s difficult to find something with a position like this in Balmoral … the easterly Gateway views are amazing,” he says.

But the property has much more than a great position – its carefully considered floor plan is likely to win over families with teenagers, Mr John says.

“There are beautiful open plan spaces but importantly, there’s separation. It’s been intelligently designed so there are zones where everyone can have their own bit of space.”

Spread over two levels, the ground floor living areas flow out to both open and covered outdoor entertaining spaces which overlook a pool and low maintenance yard.

The top floor houses five bedrooms, the master with its own parents retreat as well as walk-in wardrobes and ensuite, and a shared media/rumpus room.

The house is a short drive to the Oxford Street precinct and Hawthorne’s cinema scene.