Monaco mansion waits on a buyer
PROSPECTIVE buyers and spectators keen to sneak a peak came in droves to watch this spectacular riverfront home at Broadbeach Waters go under the hammer on the weekend.
While the Monaco St mansion failed to sell, it is expected to be snapped up for a multimillion-dollar price in a matter of days.
About 60 people crammed into its open kitchen and living and dining room while others spilt out on to the alfresco area to watch the auction unfold on Saturday afternoon.
There was one registered bidder but no offer was made, forcing the auctioneer to pass the home in at $3.4 million.
Jordan Williams and Michael Kollosche, of Kollosche Prestige Agents, are marketing the property.
Mr Kollosche said there were a few buyers interested in the home.
He anticipated it would sell in a matter of days as a result.
“We’re still negotiating with three buyers,” Mr Kollosche said.
“We have two interstate buyers and one local.
“With a bit of luck, we’ll get it sold in the next week.”
The home has been likened to those in popular 1960s television show The Jetsons because of its futuristic technology.
It features “self-cleaning” glass, an integrated sound system, keyless entry, electric blinds and windows, and sensor taps.
A black marble water feature in the courtyard, electric awning for extra shade over a riverside alfresco area, 14-metre wet-edged pool, and temperature controlled wine room are also standout features.
Owners Trish and Paul Robinson had renowned architect Michael Witty design and build the two-storey home, where they have lived for the past 11 years.
It took 19 months to build. It has four bedrooms, fourbathrooms, an open floorplan that flows seamlessly from inside out as well as plenty of soaring windows to admire the river and skyline views.
The couple have lived on the same street for almost 35 years – 23 of which were in the house next door.
The mansion was one of 26 properties on the Gold Coast that went under the hammer on the weekend.
A waterfront home at Mermaid Waters was one of a handful that sold at auction.
John Henderson Professionals Mermaid Beach principal Andrew Henderson said the home at 6 Sundowner Crt sold for $1.337 million to an interstate buyer.
“Someone had a very good Mother’s Day present,” he said.
He marketed the property with the agency’s director and auctioneer, Luke Henderson. WITH ALEISHA DAWSON & JESSICA BROWN