LANDMARK ABSOLUTE RIVERFRONT MANSION
At the intersection of luxury, lifestyle and location exists this postcard-perfect tribute to the ultimate Brisbane dream. Nothing bar a beautiful breeze separates the grandeur of this three-storey Victorian-style mansion from the rich romance of the river. This is waterfront living at its most opulent and prescient, uniting priceless views with timeless charm. Never before offered for sale, Nareke is visually stunning yet infinitely practical. This luxuriously appointed functional manor features seven bedrooms, six toilets, four bathrooms, four expansive indoor living spaces, an artists studio, guest bungalow, surrounded by 12 foot verandahs. This is the ultimate home design Victorian elegance yet with all the modern conveniences expected of a prestige home built in 1996.
While opulence exudes from every soaring ceiling and award-winning cornice, livability is paramount in this propertys three-storey layout. On the lower level two bedrooms, a family/media precinct and 2000-bottle wine cellar enjoy both internal and independent entry. Upstairs, another four large bedrooms and two studies enjoy access to a private five-storey-high observatory. In between these two levels, the home celebrates a layer of five-star living: think Carrara marble foyer joined by Gone with the Wind grand staircase and towering vestibule accented by a glass clear storey ballroom-sized lounge, dining and north east living room, and kitchen boasting designer appliances and modern granite benchtops offset by character-rich 10-inch hardwood boards milled from Bretts Wharves.
This brand of living was meant to be shared. Accordingly the design incorporates a separate guest bungalow for those relatives or friends who would like to stay and enjoy the pleasure of private pontoon, separate boat lift and an absolute riverfront 23m heated pool.
The additional features of this property could fill a compendium. Quality has clearly been foremost in mind throughout design and construction. Zoned ducted air-conditioning, intercom, security and networked Broadband internet access are givens, while cedar cabinetry joinery, Grohe tapware, Villeroy Boch bathware, three fireplaces and surround-sound even to the verandah add significantly to the value of this landmark home. Outdoors, this property set in one acre of tropical bushland over three lots, one still not occupied and zoned RB4 is fully fenced with a beautifully landscaped formal garden, affording perfect river vistas in every direction. The 23m heated pool has its own cover and the floating pontoon is side by side to a remote controlled electric boat lift suitable for a 30ft vessel. Just 2km walking distance from the CBD, Highgate Hill is a sought-after mix of inner-city historical architecture and vibrant modernity. A buzzing cafe and market scene complemented by abundant public transport have made this suburb one of Brisbanes most desired and value-holding.