Aquila is a copper-clad 21st century beach house designed by award winning architect Robert Riddel to relate to the setting of the fibro buildings of the headland area of Point Lookout and to endure the tests of time and coastal location. In its construction, unpainted fibro sheeting, remilled ironbark and copper sheeting were some of the interesting products used. The following webpage is of interest in describing the owners’ brief to the architect: http://www.rara.net.au/index.php?id=43.

The property overlooks the island’s Main Beach and is an easy walk to the beaches, surf club, shops and restaurants as well as the very scenic Gorge Walk. Set in an almost rural environment, Aquila has sweeping views of the beach and coastal dunes along the island to Jumpinpin and the Gold Coast.

The many outstanding features of this magnificent property include:

* 180 degree views of the Pacific Ocean stretching to the Gold Coast
* Four levels of living and catering easily for up to six people
* Spacious lounge/kitchen with high ceilings, fireplace and daybeds
* Master bedroom with a sound system, luxurious ensuite & ocean views
* A second queensized bedroom with a separate bathroom & spa bath
* The large studio/workroom/third bedroom with two single beds
* A semi-enclosed courtyard for shade and shelter
* A covered front veranda for barbeques & entertaining
* The sheltered whalewatch tower leads onto an extensive and private roof entertaining area
* Ample car accommodation, the laundry and store room are situated on the ground level

This property provides a unique opportunity to sit overlooking the water while appreciating mother nature at its best – birdlife and local fauna abound, dolphins frolick with their young and migrating whales visit on their annual trek northward. Indeed, properties of this nature are rarely for sale on Straddie!

Inspections of this truly remarkable home are by appointment only.

Offers over $1,750,000

Sustainability Declaration is available upon request.