What to see this weekend in Queensland

From homes steeped in history to coastal havens, there’s a home open for inspection to suit everyone…

48 Nairana Rest, Noosa Heads

Price guide $1.45 million – $1.55 million
4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car
Open Saturday February 4, 12pm – 12.30pm
Agent: Kate Cox, Richardson & Wrench Noosa, 0438 695 505

One look at the view says it all at this Noosa Heads hilltop home.

Agent Kate Cox says it has to be seen to be believed. “It really is absolutely breathtaking; like you’re on top of the world,” she says.

“The best part is you’re still on a 10-minute walk from Hastings Street and five minute walk from Noosa Junction.”

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Set on Noosa Hill with views to the river, hinterland and ocean, the house itself is a contemporary design set over three levels. Incorporating spacious open plan living, a large scale outdoor area with 8.5 metre in-ground pool and alfresco BBQ kitchen, there are also quieter zones in the house to accommodate a range of needs.

The master bedroom is an obvious highlight – occupying the entire top floor, it offers privacy, peace and panoramic views.

The designer furniture is included in the sale.

24 Forbes Street, Hawthorne

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Buyers above $1.61 million
6 bed, 3 bath, 3 car
Open Saturday February 4, 12.15pm – 12.45pm
Agent: Simon Dean, Place Bulimba, 0417 718 305

Hawthorne is renowned for its grand Queenslander homes and this beautifully renovated family residence lives up to the dream and then some.

Set on a large 810 square metre block, it offers everything the modern family is looking for in a property, agent Simon Dean says.

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“This block size is rare and the house itself…it’s perfect for any family, small or large; it has that perfect floor plan where the living areas flows out to the flat backyard and pool. It’s ideal,” he says.

Featuring lovingly restored period features throughout, the house is stylish and sophisticated but relaxed. Flooded with natural light the large, spacious interiors consist of multiple living areas, oversized air conditioned bedrooms, a study and a traditional sleepout/sunroom.

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Without a doubt, the gravitational pull is to the outside, where a large and private entertaining deck spills out to a lush flat grassed area and beautiful pool. The whole block is framed by gorgeous trees that cast a wonderful shade over the children’s playground.

The property is also moments from the Hawthorne Garage and cinema precinct.

46 Hume Street, North Toowoomba

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Offers over $519,000
3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car
Open Saturday February 4, 9am – 9.30am and 4pm – 4.30pm and Sunday February 5, same times
Agent: Geoff Martin, Raine & Horne Toowoomba, 0427 914 990

The owners of this gorgeous Queenslander located in North Toowoomba, about an hour and 40-minute drive from Brisbane, have managed to capture a beautiful sense of nostalgia in their home.

By carefully preserving turn-of-the-century features like casement windows with the original glass, wide timber floorboards and brick fireplace, they have safeguarded the tangible elements that make “Meringandan”, circa 1906, so appealing.

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The intangible though, is the feeling that the house emanates; warmth, comfort and the sense of history that can so often get lost when these homes are renovated.

Agent Geoff Martins says he was overwhelmed with the numbers at last week’s open house.

“There’s something about this place. It demands respect. You drive past and have to stop,” he says.

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Perched on the high side of the street, the house is as practical as it is lovely. With three bedrooms, an ensuite to the main and a large living area opening onto a library with 12-foot ceilings, it also offers verandahs on every side of the house, which maximise light and breezes.

The property is located within walking distance of Toowoomba’s CBD.

37 Longboard Circuit, Kingscliff

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$1,195,000
4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car
Open Saturday February 4, 10am – 10.30am
Agent: Simon Beck, Fresh Estate Agents, 0412 367 222

Finding a single level home in Kingscliff is hard – finding a single level home with plenty of space is near impossible, making this contemporary four-bedroom residence a rare prize, agent Simon Beck says.

“This is a home that suits everyone at all stages of life,” he says. “It’s really unique in our area to get something this large on one level and the fact that it’s so low maintenance is even better.”

Sprawled on a flat 797 square metre block, the property is only a short stroll to Salt Village, walking and cycling paths and a patrolled beach.

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It has been designed to make the most of its beachside location, offering a covered outdoor terrace overlooking a stunning 12-metre lap pool and lush established gardens.

Features of the home include four bedrooms, three bathrooms, ducted air conditioning, timber floors and plenty of storage. The house is a 15-minute drive from Coolangatta Airport.