Real Estate - Noosa - 11th August 2016

Noosa’s Weekly Real Estate Guide

Sweet elegance

11 August, 2016

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NORTH FACING BALCONY

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NOOSA HEADS 628 ‘THE SEBEL’ 32 HASTINGS STREET

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Relax & Enjoy

View Thursday 1:30 - 2:00pm Friday 11:00 - 11:30am Apartment 628 The Sebel located on fashionable Hastings Street looks true north for your winter Monday 12:00 - 12:30pm sun, across the road from the beach and only steps to cosmopolitan cafes and boutiques. Recently Price $550,000 refurbished, this apartment looks very stylish for your next Noosa holiday and also boasts a solid Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 net income and strong depreciation benefits.

Frank Milat 0438 528 148 ɒ 5 Star Hastings Street resort in a central location.

5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au ɒ True north aspect over Hastings Street.

Richardson & Wrench ɒ Recently refurbished with quality fit out.

Noosa ɒ Sleeps 4 in comfort with 2-way bathroom.

SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME

NOOSA WATERS 21 SHIPYARD CIRCUIT

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View Saturday 11:00 - 11:30am Price $925,000

Situated in a highly sought after street in desirable Noosa Waters, this contemporary home presents impeccably. Thoughtfully designed, inside is timeless, with neutral tones, large separate living spaces, and room for family and friends. ɒ 5 light filled bedrooms, plus study. ɒ Private ground floor master suite. ɒ Central to the river, schools, and shops. ɒ High ceiling, inground pool and fully fenced.

Shane McCauley 0403 646 930 Gillian McCauley 0467 600 009 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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EXTRA LARGE VILLA

NOOSA HEADS 5108 ‘PEPPERS RESORT’ 5 MORWONG DR

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View Monday 11:00 - 11:30am Price $1,700,000

Situated next to Noosa’s National Park and overlooking beautiful Laguna Bay, this exclusive extralarge Peppers Tree Top Villa offers a great investment opportunity, with excellent returns. The Villa has a sense of light and space and has an enviable, elevated corner position. ɒ Large 388m2 of opulent open plan living. ɒ Fully furnished Villa with immaculate finishes. ɒ Luxurious master suite with freestanding spa bath. ɒ Media room and study nook for separate relaxation & entertainment.

Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

RAINFOREST VISTA

NOOSA HEADS 35B VIEWLAND DRIVE Peace & Perfection Complete your dream and be the new owner of this spacious, luxury, two level duplex property.

Set on Noosa Hill and boasting a spectacular private outdoor pool surrounded by lush rainforest. ɒ Fully renovated in 2014 and fully furnished with premium package. ɒ Northerly aspect with rainforest vista and complete tranquillity. ɒ Master suite with tropical views from the balcony. ɒ New ceasarstone kitchen with views to the alfresco entertaining area.

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View Friday & Saturday 11:00 11:30am Price $1,290,000 Kate Cox 0438 695 505 5447 4499 | rwnoosa.com.au Richardson & Wrench Noosa

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on the cover

The art of elegance SET on 2.7 acres and surrounded by natural bushland, this award-winning modern home is simply breath-taking.

With a swag of awards such as top honours for Individual House over $2 million, House of the Year and Best Kitchen, there is plenty to love about this home.

As you would expect, all rooms have been orientated to make the most of the hinterland views, including the kitchen and main living space where banks of louvered and floor-toceiling windows capture Noosa’s many stunning sunsets.

The modern kitchen with butler’s pantry overlooks an open-plan living and dining space where large bi-fold doors open out to a covered entertaining area with access to the sparkling pool and poolside deck. There is a second outdoor area located off the kitchen where the new owners can relax on a warm afternoon and enjoy the views.

Anyone who loves luxury will adore the sleeping quarters with the master suite reminiscent of a high-end hotel.

Boasting plush carpeting and soft, floating curtains plus a

dressing room, spa-style ensuite with bath and a private deck where you can take in the stunning hinterland views; this is the ultimate parents’ retreat.

For added privacy there are three more bedrooms, all with their own private ensuite and walk-in robe, located in their own wing of the home along with a casual lounge space with access to the pool where guests can relax in comfort.

For the movie lover there is a purpose-built media room offering an authentic cinema experience, plus a home office with built-in desk and stunning mountain views that are sure to inspire.

This home has been built to offer year-round comfort with an open-fire place in the lounge room, plus plenty of louvered windows and high-ceilings to encourage air flow throughout the warm months.

Perfectly presented and near-new, this property also includes a four-car garage, ducted vacuum system and ducted air-conditioning and is located just 10 minutes from Noosa Heads and 20 minutes from the Sunshine Coast Airport.

home essentials ADDRESS: 26 Mindi Road, Doonan PRICE: $2.2 million-plus VIEW: By appointment DESCRIPTION: 4 bed, 4 bath, 4 car, pool AGENT: David Berns for David Berns Real Estate, 0408 629 438 18 NOOSA TODAY | Thursday, 11 August, 2016

ONE YEAR OLD AND MOVING FORWARD WITH A RUN OF RECORD SALES THE DAVID BERNS TEAM WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT. 24 Cocos Court, Doonan 181 Valley Drive, Doonan 17 Personia, Doonan 351 Eumundi Range Road, Eumundi 112 Valley Drive, Doonan 23 Whyandra Court, Doonan Lot 7, lot 9 lot 99 Valley Drive, Doonan 50 Jocelyn Drive, Eumundi 250 Beddington Road, Doonan 37 Tallgum , Doonan

55 Valley Drive, Doonan 29 Whyandra Close, Doonan Lot 2 6 Valley Drive, Doonan 339 Duke Road, Doonan 26 Seamount Quay, Noosaville 27 Arbour Place, Doonan 12 Greentree, Doonan 600 Sunrise Road, Doonan 49 Lake Weyba Rd, Lake Weyba

OUR SOLID RESULTS OF DYNAMIC SALES OF OVER $20 MILLION DAVID BERNS REAL ESTATE IS THE PREMIER AGENCY REPRESENTING MANY OF NOOSA AND THE HINTERLAND’S SPECTACULAR PROPERTIES.

PREMIUM RESULTS START WITH PLANNING AND A POWERFUL SELLING STRATEGY. WE CURRENTLY HAVE A LOT OF CLIENTS LOOKING FOR PROPERTIES TO BUY.

WE NEED YOUR LISTING. heidi woodman sales consultant

m 0419 818 418 e heidi@dbrealestate.com.au

david berns principal

m 0408 629 438 e david@dbrealestate com.au

CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE PROPERTY APPRAISAL. davidbernsrealestate.com.au

prime property. premier service.

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“If my wife wasn’t so honest

I’d still be wearing my leather jeans” Shortly after we met, Vicki made me aware that not all my wardrobe choices had been wise ones.

Don’t get me wrong, she’s not an insensitive person.

But if you ask her what she thinks about anything... she feels compelled to tell you the truth. <MNHM NX XTRJYNRJX INKąHZQY KTW RJ But, if you’re looking to sell your property, it’s wonderful for you.

Vicki will never tell you your home is worth more than she knows it is, just to win your business.

And she won’t fail to tell you what you need to do to it... to make it even more attractive to buyers.

In an industry where everyone claims to be honest, people who actually are often do very well.

Which is one reason why Vicki has consistently outsold and outperformed most of her competitors.

And why happy Star clients have written all the nice things you can read on our website.

If you want straightforward, effective, friendly, advice I strongly suggest you give my wife a call on 0418 231 955.

If you want really cool, leather jeans... you might try Vinnies.

nd. a b s u h ’s i Vick

star noosa

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home focus

Hideaway amid lush gardens ANYONE searching for a true private hideaway will love number 38 Jocelyn Drive nestled amid lush tropical gardens in the Eumundi hills.

This property has been built to make the most of the views and fresh breezes, while providing a comfortable home for those who love to feel a million miles away while being just 15 minutes from town.

Such a great location brings with it great 180 degree views that can be enjoyed from most rooms in the home or from the wraparound verandah.

The large kitchen is the heart of the home and the avid entertainer will absolutely love the modern amenities including two Smeg ovens, a Smeg five burner gas hotplate, dishwasher, bar fridge, walk-in pantry, stone bench tops and ample storage.

The kitchen overlooks the open-plan living and dining space, where large picture windows perfectly frame the gorgeous views and a cozy fireplace offers the perfect place to gather on a cold winter night.

There are four bedrooms including the hotel-style master suite with large walk-in robe and beautifully appointed ensuite, plus a guest retreat with access to the main bathroom and a private entrance from the verandah, and two more bedrooms with walk-in robes.

This idyllic hideaway is set on 1.2 acres, which the current owners have lovingly landscaped to create a tropical hideaway so you can simply move in and enjoy your own piece of paradise.

This property also features 4kw solar system, ample rain water in tanks and a double car garage and dam.

home essentials ADDRESS: 38 Jocelyn Drive, Eumundi PRICE: Offers over $895,000 DESCRIPTION: 4 bed, 3 bath, 2 car VIEW: By Appointment AGENT: Brad McDonald for Century 21 Conolly Hay Group, 0438 194 628

Developers Selection- Secure your spot in the Goodwin Park Estate We are pleased to announce that we now have only two lots remaining in the Goodwin Park Estate.

Act fast as enquiry has been strong, we don’t expect these lots to last too long.

• 601m2 North facing level block for easy construction • Walking distance to the Noosa River, schools, sporting ields and local shopping

FOR SALE $345,000 AGENT Sam Walker David Conolly

0400 730 457 0438 259 956

• Very family friendly neighbourhood • The whole street is being developed with very modern single level homes • Located right in the heart of ‘Old Tewantin’ which is a hot spot at the moment

CENTURY 21 CONOLLY HAY GROUP 07 5447 2451

CENTURY21.COM.AU

TEWANTIN Lot 14 & 18 Livingstone Street

SMARTER. BOLDER. FASTER.

rental market

Renters avoid the renovation rollercoaster ANYONE renting a home can be driven crazy by being unable to paint, repair or update features of the rental home, but that may not be such a bad thing with new data showing Queensland is one of the most expensive states in which to renovate.

Queensland has recorded the biggest gain in home renovation prices across the country with a 4.4 per cent increase in the cost of improving your home.

With an average tradie price of $63.14, Queenslanders are forking out 2.4 per cent more than the national average for repairs and redesigns to their homes.

The price surge is more than four times the national Consumer Price Index (CPI) which showed just a one per cent increase in the cost of living for the past year.

The state’s landscapers are the best paid in the country, charging $72.48 an hour - a 16.9 per cent hike on the national average.

Queenslanders will pay 25.6 per cent more than Victorians to have their gardens done, or $18.59 more per hour.

Electrical prices were up six per cent yearon-year, while tilers made 11 per cent more.

In comparison, carpentry prices were below the national average at $53.49. Painting, plumbing and plastering trades were also below the national average in Queensland.

Renting can be annoying but at least renters don't have to pay the high costs of renovating in the Golden State.

ServiceSeeking CEO Jeremy Levitt said residents are still keen to renovate their homes despite the increase in charges but

are prepared to pay for improving their homes,” he said.

“Our advice would always be to compare

recommended checking quotes before

quotes thoroughly to ensure you are

settling on a supplier.

accessing the best deal for your home

“More than 23,000 renovation jobs were posted on ServiceSeeking.com.au

renovation project.”

Only Western Australia ($67.34 up 1.8 per

in Queensland in the last year, so despite

cent) is more expensive to renovate in. NSW

the increase in prices it's evident residents

is cheaper ($60.25 up 0.8 per cent), while

Victoria is the cheapest and the only state to record a drop in prices by 2.2 per cent to $57.28.

The prices were derived by comparing 52,000 quotes submitted through the online services marketplace during the final quarter of the 2015/16 financial year.

Renters can rest easy knowing their hardearned cash won’t be going towards the costs of renovations and trades.

Landlord insurance the way to go PROPERTY management expert Patrick Sherwood shares his tips on how landlords can make sure they’re covered for the unexpected.

Despite the best screening methods by your property manager, things can still go wrong when it comes to tenants and investment properties.

We recently had an experience with tenants and an investment property that left one person in custody and the owner facing a repair bill in the thousands due to a lack of appropriate landlord insurance.

The tenants passed the property management screening tests with flying colours.

They both were employed in good paying jobs, were well spoken and presented well.

Unfortunately, they became involved with drugs and things spiralled out of control very quickly leading to broken doors, holes in walls, light fixtures being ripped out, smashed shower screens and loss of rent.

Some owners have the opinion that insurance isn’t necessary because the tenants can be taken to QCAT (Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal) but even if the owner is awarded damages it is often difficult to get the tenants to pay due to their financial circumstances.

As a landlord you need to ensure that your investments are appropriately protected for unexpected disasters such as these.

As a landlord, make sure you're covered before handing over the keys.

For around a dollar a day you can get good levels of protection. Coverage can include tenant-related loss of rent due to hardship, absconding, defaulting and tenant death; tenant related damage including

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accidental, malicious and deliberate; reletting expenses, damage from scorching, change of locks, pet damage and legal liability to name a few.

There is often the tendency for owners of

investment properties to overlook landlord insurance because they think they are covered under their home insurance policy.

It is important to double check your policy to ensure you are covered.

Property’s record surge THE CoreLogic July Home Value Index results reported a 0.8 per cent rise over the month, taking capital city dwelling values 6.3 per cent higher over the first seven months of the year.

The first month of the new financial year saw another rise in capital city dwelling values, with the CoreLogic hedonic eight capital city aggregate index rising 0.8 per cent over the month to reach a new record high.

While values are still rising, four of Australia’s eight capital cities recorded a fall in dwelling values

over the month. Simultaneously, the rate of growth across the combined capitals aggregate index slipped back a notch after bouncing higher in April and May. The annual rate of growth, which hit a recent peak at 11.1 per cent across the combined capitals index in October last year, is now tracking at 6.1 per cent; the slowest annual rate of appreciation since September 2013.

Sydney and Melbourne have also seen the annual rate of growth slip back to below 10 per cent, with the July indices showing a

respective 9.1 per cent and 7.5 per cent capital gain over the past 12 months.

Darwin and Perth remain as the only two capital cities to record a negative movement in dwelling values over the past 12 months, with values in Darwin down 7.6 per cent and Perth values falling by 5.6 per cent.

July marks the 50th month of the combined capitals growth cycle, which commenced in June 2012. Over the cycle to date, capital city dwelling values have risen by 38.3 per cent.

CoreLogic head of research Tim Lawless said the results demonstrated the strength in the Sydney and Melbourne growth trend with dwelling values across the two largest capitals recording a cumulative 61.3 per cent and 42.0 per cent over the cycle to date.

“The recent moderation in the rate of capital gains should be viewed as a positive sign that growth in dwelling values may be returning to more sustainable levels,” he said.

“However, the growth trend rate is still tracking considerably faster than income growth resulting

The CoreLogic July Home Value Index results reported a 0.8 per cent rise over the month. in a deterioration of housing affordability.

“Using Sydney as a case in point, the Australian National University estimates that Sydney household incomes have grown by approximately 4.5 per cent per annum since June 2012 while dwelling values are up 12.1 per cent per annum.”

OPEN HOMES Castaways Beach 11 Seafarer Court

Peregian Beach

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren

Sat 12-12.30pm

Doonan David Berns Real Estate - Heidi Woodman

105 Panorama Drive

David Berns Real Estate - David Berns

Sat 10-10.30am

252 David Low Way

Star Noosa - Vicki Cooper

Sat 11-11.30am

Sat 9.30-10.30am Sat 1.30-2.30pm

Eumundi 38 Jocelyn Drive

David Berns Real Estate - David Berns

Sat 9.30-10.30am

54 Panorama Drive

David Berns Real Estate - David Berns

Sat 10.45-11.45am

60 Ball Road

David Berns Real Estate - David Berns

Sat 12-1pm

Marcus Beach Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Sam Walker

Sat 11-11.30am

Noosaville 4 Shire Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Rory Williamson

Peregian Springs

175 Valley Drive

20-22 Tristania Drive

41 Pelican Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Cam Goode & Jill Goode

Sat 12-12.30pm

Noosa Heads 7 Habitat Place

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Sat 12-12.30pm

Apt 414‘Netanya’71 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

Mon 12.30-1pm

Apt 15‘Fairshore’41 Hastings Street

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

Sat 12.30-1pm

Apt 628‘Laguna on Hastings’32 Hastings Street

Richardson &Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

Thur 1.30-2pm, Fri 11-11.30am, Mon 12-12.30pm

Apt 635‘Laguna on Hastings’32 Hastings Street Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Frank Milat & Shane McCauley

Thur 1.30-2pm

Apt 5108‘Peppers Resort’5 Morwong Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Mon 11-11.30am

Apt 7‘Picture Point Terraces’47 Picture Point Cr

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Mon 10.30-11am

31 The Quarterdeck

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Sat 10-10.30am

35b Viewland Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Kate Cox

Fri & Sat 11-11.30am

8 Longwood Drive

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sat 10-10.30am

4 Nicklaus Lane

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan & Leon Butt

Sat 12-12.30pm

42 Glen Abby Avenue

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Gavin Ryan

Sat 11-11.45am

2/58 Peregian Esplanade

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Leon Butt

Sat 12-12.45pm

14 Eagleford Court

Star Noosa - Vicki Cooper

Sat 12-12.30pm

Sunshine Beach 25 Arakoon Crescent

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jill Goode & Cam Goode

Sat & Wed 10-10.30am

4 Kiamba Court

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay & Rachel Sellman

Sat 11-11.30am

60 Bryan Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Mike Hay

Sat 11-11.30am

16 Ross Crescent

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

Sat 1-1.45pm, Wed 12-12.30pm

Unit 2/9 Pilchers Gap

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

Sat 12-12.45pm

Unit 5/9 Pilchers Gap

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Diana Pound

Sat 12-12.45pm

2/16 Hill Street

Century 21 Conolly Hay Group - Lance Bussell

Sat 11-11.45am

Tinbeerwah 1 Wendoma Court

David Berns Real Estate - Heidi Woodman

Sat 10.45-11.45am

Weyba Downs 79 Lake Weyba Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jill Goode & Cam Goode

Sat 11-11.30am

auction diary Fri, 30th September

Noosa Springs

Apt 1‘Cuvee’29 Allambi Rise, Little Cove

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

4pm In-rooms at Soitel Noosa Paciic Resort

718‘The Palms’61 Noosa Springs Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren

Sat 11-11.30am

21-29 Finley Road, Eumundi

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

4pm In-rooms at Soitel Noosa Paciic Resort

716‘The Palms’61 Noosa Springs Drive

Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Jon Blonk & Kym de Warren

Sat 10-10.30am

Apt 433‘Laguna on Hastings’32 Hastings St, Noosa Heads

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

4pm In-rooms at Soitel Noosa Paciic Resort

Noosa Waters 21 Shipyard Circuit

Sat, 26th November Richardson & Wrench Noosa - Gillian McCauley & Shane McCauley

Sat 11-11.30am

‘Weycoola’1a Lake Weyba Drive, Weyba Downs

Richardson & Wrench Noosa

Onsite TBA