The designer features of this decadent acreage abode are absolutely up-to-the-minute yet its tranquil bushland setting is totally timeless.

Sprawled out to catch the sun on the broad timber deck, watching the wet-edge of the swimming pool whisper away into a pristine bush backdrop while the mini waterfall ripples across its rocky riverbed in the rainforest behind . Amid the calming calls of the local wildlife and the lavish landscaping that shields the home with cool pools of shade there is no indication of the wider world at all.
Yet this apparent oasis is not hidden in the hinterland somewhere, it is in the heart of the Coast, just 10 minutes drive from work, study or surf. This 1.5 acre property sits proudly pushed back from the road, skirted by well-established rainforest and edged by a vast expanse of reserved bushland traversed only by a seasonal creek.
An elegant yet unpretentious residence built approximately seven years ago, it matches rendered brick in a modern milky white with the rich warmth of sturdy timber features. Although the actual size of the home is impressive in itself, at 43 squares, its real claim to fame is in the artfulness of its design which has created a sophisticated, contemporary abode capable of doubling as a comfortable family home.
First, it makes a dramatic entrance with a tall portico welcoming visitors between towering timber columns. Soaring ceilings and wide cream tiles carry the fresh, tropical feel of the garden through to the open-plan interior as it steps down on either side of the feature entry to clean stylish living spaces alive with the sights, sounds and smells of the bush and bathed in natural light.
All the major lifestyle components are clearly delineated in the layout, yet there is an easy flow between every one of them the formal dining room steps into a designated home theatre with full-wall rear projection cinema system, surround sound and black-out blinds while the casual lounge and dining room moves from the kitchen to the outdoor entertainment area in a matter of seconds.
The kitchen is a spectacle in itself. Sparkling black granite benches careen around a medley of timber-toned storage, allowing room for both the adventurous chef at work in the centre and an avid audience on the bar stools wrapping around the outside. Appliances are first-rate with a shimmer of stainless steel declaring gourmet oven, double dishwasher and dual circular sinks.
It is certainly equipped to serve up a feast for guests in the poolside dining area, which is large enough to accommodate a table setting for at least 12 plus full barbecue facilities. Accessed via a set of over-sized timber bi-fold doors that make the border between indoor and outdoor living all but disappear, the external entertaining area is framed by a high, vaulted roofline, broad timber decking and the stunning ionized pool with its teal waters mirroring the hues of the trees behind.
The master bedroom also makes the most of this awe-inspiring aspect, with direct, double door access to a poolside courtyard framed by palm fronds. The suite is also complete with a walk-in wardrobe and a spacious ensuite bathroom with vanities for both him and her. Ideal for the couple who mostly live alone, the master wing can be entirely self sufficient with the large, lead-out laundry located directly down the hall as well as internal access to the double garage with its abundance of storage.
Guests or the rest of the family are happily accommodated in the opposite wing, kept at arms length by the kitchen, living areas and office that act as a bridge between the two. There are three queen-sized bedrooms at this end of the house, each graced with a window large enough to cover almost the full width of one wall, allowing in plenty of sunlight along with private views of the immaculate garden surrounds. A big bathroom with full-body tub and separate stations for the vanity and toilet is shared by these three additional bedrooms, although one is lucky enough to boast ensuite-style access as well.
Pride of place in the home, with views of the pool and treetops beyond, is reserved for the study. Equally as large as any of the bedrooms, this dedicated home office eyes off the entrance via a picture window on one side and peers through plantation-timber blinds to the living spaces on the other; it is so well-appointed it almost makes taking work home a pleasure.
This regally-portioned residence is also completely airconditioned, although its open design deems artificial cooling nearly unnecessary. Maintenance can also be almost crossed off the list. Despite the fact that the property is one of Buderim’s sough-after acreages, most of the land is consumed by the privacy buffer of bushland and the house block is surrounded by self-sustaining landscaping.

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