Set on 13,150m2 of absolute river frontage and a million miles from big city frenzy, this wonderful home enjoys 180 degree views of river and parkland. Completely private and surrounded by rolling lawns and mature trees, it is an ideal property for families that enjoy active recreation or entertaining in style.

A spacious open plan, light neutral decor, vaulted ceilings and large areas of glass create areas for living and relaxation. The magnificent lounge-dining space captures panoramic views of the river and surrounding greenery. Clever lighting and a zoned audio system add an extra layer of gloss. The kitchen also enjoys river views, but closer to hand are the new-age European appliances, 2 sinks, plumbing for a fridge, distinctive dark green marble benches and a hardwearing, easy-clean, brush box parquetry floor. The study, with elegant, summerhouse style floor-to-ceiling windows, is ready for work with in-built phone, computer and TV connections, but has the distraction of wonderful river views.

Enjoy more river views in bedside comfort in the luxuriously appointed master suite, complete with indoor garden and fountain. The 3 additional bedrooms, equipped with TV points, phones and built-in robes, also capture river views. The quality finish and attention to detail extend to the resort-style entry with a soothing Balinese outdoor fountain, sturdy double doors and marble foyer, the domestic bliss of 2 separate linen storage rooms and a large laundry with drying area. An industrial-size air-conditioning unit services all areas of the home.

A range of exclusive Country Club facilities awaits your exclusive use. For the horse lover, two stables, a tack room and wash down area accommodates the family pony or the next Cup winner. There is a separate side entry for a float and the yards lead to 2 acres of horse friendly pasture. The on-site guesthouse with kitchen could also double as a studio for the artist, a hideaway for the writer or an additional office for the business executive. Serious champions (or hit and giggle social players) can take centre stage, day or night, on the full-size tennis court, or you can run your own swimming carnival in the 20m pool, with built-in vacuum, saltwater filtration, lighting, outdoor shower and powder room. When something less energetic appeals, sit back with a drink on the stone front deck and watch the water skiers on the river, curl up with a book under the pandanus tree or sizzle a sausage on the terracotta back deck overlooking the pool.

Just minutes away are pony clubs, soccer grounds and swimming training. The property adjoins a park, play areas and a dog-walking zone, while shops and planned entertainment facilities are within walking distance. Bus services operate to the city, Indooroopilly and Ipswich Boys Grammar School.

Suburban acreage riverfront blocks are becoming rare and prized in Brisbane, with a history of 17% annual returns. This land parcel, of 3 to 4 acres, with prime river frontage overlooking a scenic bend in the Brisbane River, and with a potential for subdivision, is in a category beyond rare. Provided you can abandon its luxury hideaway attractions, this property represents a serious short-term investment, with unchartered potential over the longer term.