Beach living is a concept explored by many with the great beaches all year round in Australia. This is the perfect blog for you if you’re looking for your next home with beach house living on your mind.
We have found 2 inspiring beach homes that we think models the modern beach living in two of Australia’s popular beaches, Noosa Main Beach and Mooloolaba beach.
And don’t forget to check out the 3 properties we have our eye on this week.
Noosa Main Beach
This is an apartment beach house living just a few minutes away from the ever-popular Noosa Main Beach.
Being designed by John Mainwaring, this 2 level residence defines luxury on every level. Entering the ground floor from the door, one would feel how spacious the apartment is.
In an elongated format with plenty of windows and wooden accents throughout the house, the beach house living comes to life through the brightly lit living areas.
The open-air concept kitchen brings new experiences to cooking with stone benchtops providing generous space for cooking preparations.
It features all the latest whiz-bang appliances including a Smeg gas hob, that would suit anyone with a passion for entertaining. Storage is no problem with inbuilt flushed cupboards all around the kitchen and the home.
Along the wide walkway, opposite the kitchen would be an easily accessible powder room for guests . Walking forward would bring you to the dining area which can sit six people comfortably.
Moving further forward, and would bring you to a big and spacious living area, equipped with a couch and TV. It is connected to a wide and open balcony, allowing you to enjoy the ocean breeze while spending family time in the living area.
Stepping outside the folding doors into the balcony is a perfect spot for those who love alfresco dining. Imagine having an Osprey’s view, sweeping north across Hastings Street, the spectacular azure waters of Laguna Bay, beyond to the Coloured Sands and the verdant hinterland from one of two super-sized balconies.
They seemingly perch unobtrusively in the native forest surrounded by trees such as Bunya pines. Simply perfect to host wine nights and enjoy the sea breeze in the night time.
It is here at this balcony where one can get an amazing view of the Noosa main beach without any obstructions in view. It’s a peaceful and surreal place for you to relax and enjoy.
The biggest room of the apartment is on the ground floor. With it’s own ensuite bathroom, a sperate bathtub area and it’s own walk-in wardrobe, this bedroom takes up almost 30% of the ground floor.
Moving upstairs, one would see by the laundry room and the storeroom located on the left directly next to the stairway, providing an easy drop off convenience for laundry management with the drying court equipped.
Floors and high ceilings are ash, walls lime-washed, and balustrades polished stainless steel. This floor contains three bedrooms and another lounge area, with two of the bedrooms having their own ensuite toilets and walk-in-wardrobe.
The first bedroom on the left is moderately sized with ample space which is ideal for children’s rumpus and bunk beds for family fun. Moving further forward on the upper level, one would set their eye on the master suite on the left which features an ensuite bathroom with an open-air bathtub.
Behind that would be the shower and the walk-in robes, giving you plenty of space to store your clothes. This is the biggest of the three bedrooms and it is the only one that opens up to the upper level balcony.
Located on the right side of the upper level would be the bedroom with walk-in robes and a bathroom. Slide the doors away for immediate access to family fun in the lounge with TV or even proceed outside to the balcony for movie nights. Generous overhangs offer shade and are designed for the idyllic subtropical climate.
This villa features free buggy service to and from Hastings Street, a heated lagoon pool, a 25m lap pool as well as a gymnasium and steam room. As for points of interest, it’s only a short stroll to Hastings Street where many bars, restaurants, and boutiques are located. It’s also in close proximity to the world-famous Surfing Reserve and Noosa National Park.
Most importantly, a stone throw’s away from Noosa Beach.
This is the apartment for your beach living dreams with a strong design emphasis on natural lighting by utilizing the layout of the house. It has the perfect balance between the busy city life and the peaceful beach. Seize the moment and take the plunge today to your beach house apartment living.
Find out more about this beautiful listing here:
2105/5 Morwong Drive, Noosa Heads, QLD, 4567, Australia
Listed by: Richard Locke | Tom Offerman Real Estate
Mooloolaba beach
Luxury beach house living really goes above and beyond in this house feature located in Mooloolaba.
Boasting a prime northern aspect just moments from Mooloolaba beach and Esplanade, this stunning master-built home will be sure to impress even the most fastidious buyers.
A beautiful exploration of luxury, design, and functionality has been developed to create a sense of warmth and space while offering a welcoming feeling of ‘home’.
The residence has been meticulously built and maintained and features the highest quality of finishes throughout, taking full advantage of the prime position while enjoying the breathtaking water views and Mooloolaba
Esplanade skyline. Natural stone and timber combine with low maintenance gardens and wet areas, offering an unparalleled appeal which is both relaxing and sophisticated.
With no expense spared during the design and build process, every modern luxury is accounted for and each detail throughout the property is finished to an exacting standard.
View of house from outside
Enter the house through the front gates and one will walk on the stone-paved walkway to set eyes on the 2 car space garage as well as the minimalist front porch, where the greens decorate the house exterior with a leafy feeling.
Enter the home and you’ll be greeted by the bedroom with a powder room connected to an office on the left. The office is equipped with a built-in wardrobe, which is perfect for the transitioning between work and play.
The laundry room comes in on the right just outside the inner garage door and it’s connected to the second bedroom. There’s also a private ensuite for the second bedroom.
The swimming pool enjoys a private position in the center of the block which enhances the visual impact throughout the home.
This alluring resort-style area also features a lap pool down the side of the house, stone waterfalls, and large bronze crane bird water features. Family fun is guaranteed with the patio located beside the pool, providing shade to parents while the children play in the summer.
Furthermore, the ground floor features the generous living and dining areas combined with a large entertainer’s kitchen and bar area, all perfectly positioned to capture delightful water views.
A state-of-the-art kitchen boasts marble benchtops, gas cooking and high-end appliances along with plenty of storage is sure to provide a pleasant kitchen experience.
While grand in proportion the home is intimate and warm, with superb craftsmanship evident in every finishing detail and that shines through when we proceed to the upper level.
The master suite on the upper level is truly an exploration of luxury, in size and design. It’s huge in size, being the very first thing one would notice followed by the opulent hotel style ensuite.
The circular bathtub is featured near the middle of the room and it’s a great way to relax after a tiring day with wine and an outside view of the window from soaking in the bathtub. It also features a private ensuite with a wide showering space.
This suite also features a walk-in wardrobe and sitting room for all your dressing needs. Getting the sea view is as easy as pulling the slide-away doors and stepping out into the private balcony.
To the side of the master suite is a private parent’s retreat which features a lounge. Transition to the outdoors happens through the bi-fold doors opening out to a lovely balcony, taking in the stunning views and prized aspect this property enjoys. The bar is located right next to the balcony for your special date nights.
Besides being conveniently located next to the Mooloolaba beach, the Emeral Woods State Park is a stone throws away for those who love to connect with nature.
Basic services such as hairdressing and coffee supplies are around the corner lying on Goonawarra Drive. Hit Venning Streets for dining with a variety of different cuisine from Chinese to Italian.
The exterior of the home and attention to detail in the entertaining areas speaks volumes, with a selection of intimate and lavish zones to accommodate any gathering big or small.
This stunning home needs to be experienced first-hand to be fully appreciated. Rarely does a home of this caliber hit the Mooloolaba market, especially within such short walking distance to cafes, restaurants, retail shops and the picturesque Mooloolaba beach.
Listed by: Alan Riley | LJ Hooker Mooloolab
