A house on a parcel in 12/RP805108 The Gap QLD. Built in 1900, with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
EXECUTIVE COUNTRY RETREAT ONLY 9kms FROM THE CBD You wouldn't know THIS existed in The Gap - Spacious family home on 10 acres of spectacularly landscaped gardens - truly a must-see property!Oasis-like, bordering the Mt Coot-tha National Park, yet just 9kms from the Brisbane CBD, this luxurious character home offers total privacy and peaceful living, with no neighbours in sight but is close to every amenity and convenience modern living demands.This remarkable Queenslander, renovated with care, was relocated from the New Farm stretch of the Brisbane River with VJ timber and polished floor boards throughout, a pressed metal ceiling, massive bay and lead light windows and comfort-inducing fireplace make the open, expansive family rooms inviting places to relax. The ambience of this historic Queenslander home has been retained, but it's the nod to the future that makes this property extraordinary.Functioning completely on tank water, yet set up to switch to town water if so desired and combined with a Biolytics waste treatment system, you'll never pay water rates again.Ideal for family life and superb for entertaining, this magnificent property is approached by a long driveway which winds through the landscaped gardens and offers you an executive country retreat only 9km from the CBD.THE FEATURESThe beautiful property benefits from 5 king sized bedrooms, all with built in robes. The master featuring a large walk in robe, ensuite bathroom with his and hers wash basins and a private Juliette balcony overlooking the magnificent gardens.Upstairs the contemporary kitchen is outfitted with top brand appliances, a steamer oven, induction stove and stone bench tops. It opens to a family/dining area which features double doors out onto the large entertaining deck, which overlooks the sparkling in ground pool and incredible children's outdoor playground with expertly crafted cubbyhouse and wooden fort swing set.There is a formal lounge with ornate wood-burning fireplace and a second more casual lounge/media room which features a bay window with built in seat offering fantastic views of the gardens and surrounding mountains and rain forest. Additionally on the upper floor there is a playroom or second office and family bathroom with free standing claw foot bathtub and separate shower.The downstairs is equally as impressive, featuring a large office with separate independent access, a further bathroom and an enormous rumpus room with kitchenette, ideal for a teenager retreat, informal living area, playroom or gym.The property backs on the slopes of Mount Coot-tha and gives direct access to great walks and world class mountain bike trails through the spectacular state forest.There is fully ducted air conditioning throughout and quality home security system with instant-dial surveillance.This well-appointed property also features:- Large heated pool with attractive stacked-stone water feature.- 6 car accommodation and plenty of storage room for machinery and equipment- A beautiful pond/dam -fenced and purpose built- An attractive barn-style shed or 'man-cave' that can be that transformed to an art studio or granny flat. This huge 4-bay lodging with loft storage, is secured by an independent alarm system- An additional two-bay equipment shed- Fully ducted, reverse cycle air conditioning- Creeks for skimming stones and walking tracks to the National Park, outdoor living has never been so appealing- Close to commuter links, a selection of exceptional schools, shops and other amenities- There's an abundance of space to accommodate horses, or build a tennis courtThis spectacular retreat style home is an extremely rare find. Don't miss out. Enquire now.