Real Estate - Noosa - 25th December 2014

Noosa's Weekly Real Estate Guide

25 December, 2014

Let the sun shine in

On The Cover page 15

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on the cover

Sun shines in

ON OFFER is a large comfortable family home located in the heart of Noosa, close to transport, dining, shopping and the famous Hastings Street.

BOASTING five bedrooms, this spacious floorplan includes private retreats for family members as well as places to gather and spend time together.

The master suite is located on the entire upper level of the residence and is the perfect retreat for parents looking to relax and unwind after a day in the sun.

Large enough to include a day bed for reading and resting, the master suite also features a walk-in dressing room, private ensuite and access to a private balcony with views over the pool and river.

Four more bedrooms are located downstairs in a private wing, each features built-in wardrobes and are serviced by a main bathroom.

The gourmet kitchen is the heart of the home and is cleverly positioned to serve both the poolside terrace and the dining area and sits between the formal and casual living spaces.

A generous family and dining room overlooks the pool and features large sliding glass doors that open out to the

waterside and poolside decks, bringing the outside in.

The large outdoor deck could easily accommodate a dining suite and barbecue, plus sun lounges for making the most of local weather - the ideal space for entertaining friends on a warm summer’s night.

The new owners will also be able to take their pick of relaxing beside the sparkling pool or wandering down to the sun-soaked beach or private jetty to indulge in a spot of fishing.

High ceilings, voids throughout the home and glass folding or sliding doors means there is ample natural light and ventilation throughout the residence, creating year round comfort.

This property also features air-conditioning, ceiling fans throughout, a double lock-up garage and a bar area in the formal dining space.

All this is located just moments from Hastings Street, the business hub of The Junction and only a short drive to Gympie Terrace.

home essentials ADDRESS: 15 Cooran Court, Noosa Heads AUCTION: On-site, Saturday 17 January 2015, at 11am VIEW: Saturday 11-11.30am DESCRIPTION: 5 bed, 3 bath, 2 car, pool AGENT: Jennifer Carr for Richardson and Wrench Noosa, 0412 158 433 Thursday, 25 December, 2014 | NOOSA TODAY 15

Selling Noosa - Sound of Success

SOUND WAVES

Entrepreneurial women represent the fastest growing group in Australia’s small business sector with one quiet achiever making waves locally as well as the national arena.

A: R&W was established in Sydney in 1858, had telephone

No other agent in Noosa has achieved a higher

number 1 and conducted the country’s first auctions.

price for a property in Noosa than Jennifer Carr.

Peter Butt took over the R&W Noosa agency in 1992. I joined him in 1998 and with his selling prowess and my

In 2008, a tough year when prices were dropping

business acumen we made a formidable team. Buying

like stones, she achieved $8.25 million for 25 Witta

premises in Hastings Street and ensuring the holiday

Circle.

letting business supported the sales business and vice versa, proved fortuitous early decisions.

“Interestingly this was the first home on the Sound,

Strong branding of integrity and family tradition remain

(and Noosa) to sell for over $1million,” Jennifer

today with two nephews, one sister, a daughter and our

recalls. “I sold it in 1996 for $1.1 million and I

nephew’s wife working with us.

remember people saying to me what a crazy high

We’re the only agency to have sold a property over $8 million – and we have done so twice. That’s for residential

price it was and that it would never be achieved

properties not sites or buildings such as Peter selling

ever again. I was so chuffed.

Netanya for $20 million. In addition there have been six

“Well the following year I sold it for $1.225 million,

properties over $7 million. And as the pyramid widens towards the base, the numbers increase of course.

I hold the record for highest sales year after year by value

years later I achieved $2.85 million until I reached

in Queensland for the R&W network and nationally I’ve

the big money for it a few short years later. I love

managed it once. That called for champagne given where

Jennifer Carr

then two years later I sold it for $1.8 million, four

some of the offices are located in blue ribbon Sydney areas.

Success, which occurs when dreams outweigh excuses,

Noosa Sound. I know lots of the neighbours also absentee owners and investors. I understand which way the breeze blows and how deep the water is.

isn’t necessarily the key to happiness. If you love what you

Q: Do you think Noosa has its mojo back and the market is

do with infinite passion and no half measures, you’ll be

more buoyant?

Plus Peter and I have owned a waterfront home on the Sound for about 12 years.

successful.

To prove the point, we present the second in a series of

A: The market is consolidating - not flying super high but

ultra-successful real estate practitioners whose success

that, in my view, is a good thing. It’s sustainable. Grows

is unsurpassed in Noosa, with its north-facing main beach,

a little, settles and grows again. It’s more buoyant than

477ha of sprawling national park, low-rise-only building

it has been for several years when it was difficult to sell

If you’re looking for an entry-level very large Sound

regulations and cosmopolitan glamour of Hastings Street.

properties quickly or for a good price. Thank goodness

beauty check out 15 Cooran Court with a pool, jetty

Richardson & Wrench’s co-principal Jennifer Carr is

we have seen the change. Now we’re scrambling to

and sandy beach.

relentless in her pursuit of excellence and is driven by

get sufficient properties to the market and when we do

the concept of winning, believing success doesn’t find

we are on occasions dealing with multiple offers. Our

you, rather you have to go out and get it. Testament to her

sophisticated data base helps, so we can match buyers

many triumphs include achieving the first $1 million sale

to properties in their price range with requirements and

for a property on the Sound (arguably in Noosa) in 1996

location. It is really quite amazing what a touch of a button

and four sales later in 2008 she sold it for $8.25 million.

can do.

Q: Isn’t real estate about building relationships?

Q: With parents in real estate on Sydney’s northern beaches and a burgeoning legal career, why Noosa?

A: Without being mean to men – I usually know immediately when I meet people what will suit them. I sit

A: I loved the beach. My parents owned a real estate

down and listen. Be intuitive. I might take buyers to many

business in North Narrabeen, two sisters worked in the

properties, but I know what they’ll end up buying almost

industry, (another became a barrister and my brother

the moment I meet them. This goes for the tough investor

a doctor). After travelling and working overseas and

or the internet savvy type to the first home buyer wrapped

completing both, undergrad and postgraduate studies

in emotion.

and working in legal offices in Sydney, Queensland and

I’ve formed relationships with buyers and sellers for many

London, I had the perfect grounding for real estate. And

years. They may start with a little apartment, go to a larger

what’s not to love about Noosa with its natural beauty,

one, head to a home then upgrade to a waterfront and

architecture, climate and of course wonderful restaurants

back down again to an apartment when the kids leave.

with the trade-off being a walk through the national park,

I’m confident talking about the market, where it’s been

perhaps a bike ride or taking Brava the Schnauzer to the

and what is happening now. It depends why buyers are

leash-free part of Sunshine Beach, near where we live.

buying. Do they love it and want to live there? In that case

Working in Hastings Street and eating lunch on the beach

they can buy anything they love. If it is an investment

sure beats working in the city.

on the other hand, I explain how it can work – income, depreciation, historical info, tax breaks etc and for those

Q: R&W, consistently the top agency in Noosa is the first

already initiated I often provide every bit of information

Australian real estate company to be established. Tell us

they require.

more.

I do like to achieve excellent prices for owners, and also find the perfect property for buyers. That’s a win-win.

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is just my baby”.

"

No other agent has been able to top this

“Of course I sell elsewhere – this slice of paradise

Triumphs include

achieving the first $1 million sale for a property on the Sound (arguably in Noosa) in 1996 and four sales later in 2008 she sold it for $8.25 million. No other agent has been able to top this.

"

JENNIFER’S SALES SUCCESS ON THE SOUND

Dolphin Crescent 7 (x2), 8, 9, 12 18, 19 Wyuna Drive 12, 37, 41, 44 (x2) 49, 59, 67

Cooran Court 9 (x3), 14, 29, 31 33, 40, 43

14 Ravenwood Drive

Key Court 7, 10, 11, 15 16 (x2)

Mossman Court 18, 27, 32, 38, 40, 47 48, 49 (x2), 51

Witta Circle 7, 9, 13 (x2), 15 (x2) 17, 20, 21 (x2), 25 (x4) 31, 32, 35 (x2), 45 49 (x2), 59

Noosa Parade 4, 10, 16, 36 52, 64

Wesley Court 9, 14, 15, 18 (x2), 19 20 (x2), 23, 24 (x2)

ENTRY LEVEL WATERFRONT

NOOSA HEADS 15 COORAN COURT

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Invest & Enjoy

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Auction 11am Saturday 17 January

This large comfortable family home has a wonderful sense of openness and enjoys the perfect waterside enviroment. The flowing floor plan has the appeal of lightness and space ensuring there is ample room to live comfortably with seperate places to which to retreat. ɒ Sun soaked sandy beach, jetty and large pool. ɒ Sparkling water views across the two arms of the canal as well as the Noosa River. ɒ Great kitchen serving to both the poolside terrace and dining area. ɒ Master bedroom is more like the honeymoon suite - it’s huge. ɒ This home is easy to live in and will be easy to rent out too.

Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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STYLISH, LUXURY VILLAS

NOOSA HEADS ‘THE ENCLAVE’ 94 NOOSA DRIVE

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Exclusive & Elegant

View By Appointment Auction On-site January 17 at 1pm

Presented to the market for the first time, this limited release of two opulent residences will entice a variety of buyers. Suited to permanent living and finished to an impeccable standard, with suspended concrete and hardwood floors. ɒ Seamless indoor / outdoor living areas that flow onto terraces. ɒ Marble and caesarstone benches and state of the art kitchen appliances. ɒ Luxurious lifestyle enclave with security and privacy in an exclusive gated estate ɒ Walking distance to Noosa Junction and Noosa Farmer’s Markets, which are held each Sunday. ɒ Your opportunity is now, call us for an inspection.

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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GRAND MASTERPIECE

SUNSHINE BEACH 3 KIAMBA COURT

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Prized & Enviable

View By Appointment Auction 10am Saturday 24 January

It’s no wonder this modern architecturally designed property by Frank Macchia, featured as Australian Home of the Year. Built by Gary Emanuel, this home provides unparalled style and is visually appealing. The design is ultra modern but timeless, leaving every aspect fascinating. ɒ Roof deck/whale watching with National Park and stunning ocean views. ɒ Very private and secluded. ɒ Floor to ceiling glass with high vaulted ceilings. ɒ Lap pool with mosaic tile water feature. ɒ Separate lower level guest retreat.

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Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 Kym de Warren 0412 325 421 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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LOVELY AND PRIVATE

LITTLE COVE 9 ‘LITTLE COVE COURT’ 2 PANDANUS ST

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Stylish & Chic

View Tuesday 11.00-11.30am Price $ 2.3Million

The views are just superb. Your private terrace is very spacious with plenty of room for dining alfresco, catching some sun or enjoying the pool. Delightfully furnished, this apartment is across the road from Little Cove Beach and within five minutes walk to Hastings St. ɒ Fully and beautifully furnished inside and out. ɒ Built over split levels providing excellent seperation of accommodation. ɒ Travestine tiles and superb wood floors throughout. ɒ Private, spacious and covered terrace with your own pool.

Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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PENTHOUSE LUXURY

NOOSA HEADS 13 ‘LA MER’ 37 HASTINGS STREET

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Front & Centre

View By Appointment Price $5.5Million

With a commanding position on the sands of Noosa Main Beach facing north to Laguna Bay, this exceptional house sized penthouse apartment captures a panorama of rocky headlands, ocean, Noosa River and the run of forty miles of coastline to Double Island Point. ɒ Beautifully maintained with quality appliances/appointments, skylight, walk in pantry. ɒ Security key elevator, basement parking and storeroom, direct access to pool deck. ɒ Ducted air-conditioning, vaulted ceilings, granite bench top, marble tiled bathrooms. ɒ Double lock doors, balconies to the north & south, parpuetry floors, plantation shutters. ɒ Gate to boardwalk and patrolled beach, pool/spa, sensational 40m2 roof top terrace.

Jennifer Carr 0412 158 433 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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ULTIMATE VALUE

NOOSA SPRINGS 328 NOOSA SPRINGS DRIVE

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Safe & Secure

View By Appointment Price $649,000

Downsize without compromising on style or quality.

Designed for integrated indoor/outdoor living and entertaining, this spacious villa is an outstanding choice for buyers looking for a holiday home, or investment in a quality estate. ɒ Generous two level layout flooded with natural light. ɒ Large sparkling in ground pool leading off entertaining areas. ɒ Easy stroll to Clubhouse and Day Spa. ɒ Peace-of-mind with gated entry and 24 hr security.

Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 Kym de Warren 0412 325 421 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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BEACHSIDE

SUNSHINE BEACH 2 / 2 WEBB ROAD

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Sunshine & Style

View By Appointment Price $849,000

This property sits in the heart of everything Sunshine Beach has to offer. Located just metres from the patrolled Sunshine Beach and famous surf club. ɒ Stylishly renovated and fully furnished, ready for immediate income. ɒ Designer kitchen, modern appliances with built-in breakfast bench . ɒ Master bedroom with ensuite and access to large balcony. ɒ Large single level, ground floor apartment, complex of 5.

Jon Blonk 0412 806 252 Kym de Warren 0412 325 421 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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NEAR NOOSA ACREAGE

TINBEERWAH 45 MACKAY COURT

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Retreat & Relax

View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Price $1.85Million

Escape to the Noosa hinterland and indulge in acreage living at it’s best, this is a prestige rural home designed for family living. This property offers surpassed privacy and tranquility just 15 minutes to Noosa main beach. ɒ Elevated position with dramatic mountain views. ɒ Self-contained guest villa and seperate home office. ɒ Huge pool deck and covered entertaining areas. ɒ Recently renovated bathrooms and kitchen. ɒ 16 acres of cleared land, huge dam, shed and artist’s studio.

Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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WATERFRONT

NOOSAVILLE 2/17 LABURNUM CRESCENT

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Location & Views

View Saturday 12.00-12.30PM Price $790,000

If location is everything this is a must see property, newly refurbished with fresh paint and carpet throughout this townhouse offers an opportunity rarely available ɒ Good sized bedrooms, Master with close water views. ɒ Covered entertaining areas and low maintenance gardens. ɒ Small well maintained security gated complex with shared pool. ɒ Ideal property for owner occupied, lock up and leave or investors.

Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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BEACH LIFESTYLE NOOSA HEADS 517 ‘LAGUNA ON HASTINGS’ 32 HASTINGS ST

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Cafes & Shopping

View By Appointment Price $875,000

Soak up the sun’s rays from your luxury 5 star apartment located right on Hastings Street in Australia’s premier beach resort village. Now you can enjoy your holidays in comfort with excellent income returns to make even your accountant smile. ɒ Lots of café and dining opportunities at your door. ɒ Priced to sell in today’s competitive market. ɒ Perfect Northerly orientation. ɒ 100m2 with a double length terrace.

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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PENTHOUSE

NOOSA HEADS 23 ‘ON THE BEACH’ 49 HASTINGS STREET 1

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Sunshine & Style

View By Appointment Price $1,795,000

Sipping champagne in the roof top spa, reading a good book on the terrace or just relaxing in the beachfront pool - stop dreaming! Penthouse apartment twenty three has just become available for purchase and will sell at an affordable price. ɒ Magnificent views over Laguna Bay. ɒ Guest lounge with TV and Internet. ɒ Internal access to private roof terrace with spa. ɒ Superbly renovated by well known interior designer.

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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NORTH FACING

NOOSA WATERS 8 / 4 PORTSIDE COURT

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Nautical & Nice

View By Appointment Auction On-site Saturday 24 January @ 11am

Secure waterfront complex close to river and cafes. Enjoy watching your kids fishing directly out the front of your own waterfront townhouse, so close to the river and shops, north facing, this is your perfect family getaway. Realistic reserve set for a quick sale. ɒ Large ground floor timber deck extends from living areas. ɒ Absolute waterfront, immediate mooring and fishing from the waters edge. ɒ Stylish villa, with study. ɒ Private north-east end position and pet friendly.

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Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Frank Milat 0438 528 148 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

MOUNTAINTOP ESCAPE

BLACK MOUNTAIN 532 BLACK MOUNTAIN ROAD

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Acres & Income

View By Appointment Price $2.9Million

Architect Designed Colonial style home nestled on a natural plateau amidst 96 acres of privacy and seclusion. This north facing property is blessed with panoramic views across the famed Noosa Hinterland with the main house positioned to take full advantage of this vista. ɒ Open plan living with views from all rooms. ɒ 3 Villas operated as B&B away from main home. ɒ Must see private botanic gardens and scenic walking tracks. ɒ Outstanding views of Mountains and Noosa Hinterland.

Hamish Bolderston 0478 099 058 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au

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Q& A ADVERTISEMENT

highlight home

Property Management

by Karen Seskis

What makes a good property management office?

People!!!

Thank you and Merry Christmas to all our clients who I have personally worked for over the last 8 years of property management here in Noosa.

Privacy and elegance IF PRIVACY and elegance are on your list of property ‘must-haves’ then look no further.

This opulent Queenslander is the epitome of executive living while still making the most of Lake Macdonald’s beautiful surroundings.

Set over two levels, this eight-bedroom treasure will leave you wanting for nothing with its five-acre gardens and luxurious guest wing.

It's nestled just five minutes from Cooroy and 15 minutes from Noosa - this is where seclusion meets convenience on the Sunshine Coast.

Boasting rich timber floors and lofted ceilings throughout, this property leads its occupants outwards to the expansive wraparound decks and outdoor dining luxuries.

The versatile layout allows for numerous entertaining and dining options along with space to work, play and study.

Complete with eight bedrooms and six bathrooms, both residents and guests’ privacy and desires are catered for to the utmost detail.

The executive kitchen offers traditional styling along with all the modern luxuries and ample storage, while taking in views of the grounds framed by beautiful French doors and natural light.

Warm by the fireplace in winter or relax in the home’s library while the children stay entertained in the games area.

Your guests can relax in their very own wing with three luxurious bedrooms, a sitting room and separate retreat all to themselves.

This perfectly presented property includes a resort-sized pool suited to both exercise and relaxation.

Choose to entertain guests or simply sit back with a cocktail under the gazebo by the

pool’s edge.

The gated gravel drive crosses the Japanese-style bridge and leads to the fivecar garage with attached studio or workshop and private north facing gardens.

The property’s perfectly manicured surrounds are rich in native wildlife and lead to Lake Macdonald’s edge, perfect for wishing away lazy afternoons.

A big thank you to our tenants who have also been fantastic and I can truly say some of you have indeed “looked after the property as if it were your own”. Merry Christmas.

To our wonderful handymen who go out of their way to get work orders completed on time and do a great

home essentials

job.

ADDRESS: 68 Hayward Rd, Lake

There are a lot of people who we

Macdonald PRICE: Offers over $3,000,000

work with over the year who help

VIEW: By appointment

keeping the property management

DESCRIPTION: 8 bed, 6 bath, 5 car, pool AGENT: David Berns for Century 21 Conolly Hay Group, 0408 629 438

running smoothly, but the people whom I should thank the most is the hard working property management team, Cynthia, Karen & Lateesha thank you girls you are the best!

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Christmas.

If you have any property management questions that you would like to clarify please feel free to contact me on 5474 8811 or karen@eldersnoosa.com.au

Phone: 5474 8811

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Living at ease inside and out bydesign WITH DI HENSHALL

WHAT could be better than having your own personal retreat in your backyard?

I’ve talked before about making your back garden, or courtyard or balcony, an extension of the living space - it is after all where we would like to be most of the year round.

A couple of plastic chairs and a wonky table aren’t going to quite fit the bill for relaxing. Garden furnishings should be regarded as just as important as the furniture you choose for the indoor living spaces.

We are lucky enough to live in a country that allows us to spend a great deal of time outside, so we should really recognise the impact good quality outdoor furniture has to our well-being and lifestyle.

If you have a pool, it should feel like an oasis, where you can indulge by having a swim or just a float around, thinking about nothing. A well-designed pool area can be the striking focal point in any back garden and the envy of everyone who visits.

Make the most of your outdoor space so you can rest, relax and enjoy views like this.

The pool area can be a perfect place to entertain in the evening - water reflects light, so placing votive candles or lanterns close to the water will enhance the fairyland-like ambience. Some of the candles could be insect repellent ones, so you don’t have to run for cover. Low voltage light kits are inexpensive and very easy to fit - place them up against tree trunks and in among plants to add to the effect.

One challenge is pool fencing - by law we must make sure that the pool area is safe, but it can be difficult to determine where to put the fencing and what it does

to the overall look. Glass is the most expensive fencing, but you could consider using glass fencing only in the more prominent areas and revert back to less expensive fencing elsewhere. Often, plants end up taking over and covering some pool fencing, so going for all glass is sometimes not necessary in the long run.

The most successful outdoor areas are ones that flow seamlessly

Your outdoor living space should be an extension of the home.

from the house - an extension of

theme as the indoor living areas or

Simply by picking up one colour from inside and using it for scatter cushions outside or an umbrella can keep the mood.

keep the colour scheme continual.

Flameless candles, oversized

the living space.

Pick up on either the same

outdoor floor cushions, potted herbs, some comfortable loungelike chairs and even some incense all add up to a sense of luxury and indulgence in the garden.

eldersnoosa.com.au Karen, Gail, Lateesha, Cynthia, Karen & Trevor from ELDERS NOOSA would like to wish all their Clients, Tradespeople, and visitors to Noosa a very Safe and Happy Christmas!

Our office will only be closed on the public holidays and we will be working on for any buyers looking to purchase or owners who may like an appraisal on their property for sales or property management.

Please feel free to call: Property Management Karen Seskis: 0404 088 091 Sales Gail Law: 0400 079 787 Trevor Mangels: 0411 644 254

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