Size counts when entertaining

The alfresco area of this waterfront home maximises on the Gold Coast’s outdoor lifestyle and is one of only a handful of properties on sale in Runaway Bay

THE size of the outdoor entertainment area of this impressively positioned northfacing home makes it a rare find.

Located on the water’s edge at Runaway Bay, the four-bedroom abode maximises the lifestyle the Gold Coast offers with style.

“It’s a true outdoor playground, and very much indicative of a private resort,” said marketing agent Michael Harvey of Harcourts Coastal.

The owners recently completed a 12-month internal rebuild of the 730sq m residence, which was no mean feat.

“What they have done is second to none,” Mr Harvey said. “New electrical fittings, fixtures, a new pool; it’ll be hard to find a better outdoor entertaining space.”

Runaway Bay has long been a suburb of choice for many homebuyers, especially considering its proximity to South Stradbroke Island and the nearby canal system, but in recent times the demographic has changed.

“It’s quite a dynamic suburb at the moment,” Mr Harvey said. “There are a lot of younger couples moving in and creating these kinds of nicely renovated properties.”

This slice of coastal paradise has a sparkling indoor pool with spa jets and glass panelling and manicured lawns, as well as an 8m pontoon, outdoor kitchen and bar with icemaker and beer fridge.

Internally a grand chandelier makes a welcome statement in the entrance, with custom finishes such as herringbone splashback tiles, Italian super white granite benchtops, and LED lit cabinetry and mirrors.

The winter months will be made cosier thanks to a remote gas fireplace and the warmth of the property’s modern kitchen.

According to Mr Harvey, there are only five other properties for sale in Runaway Bay. “It’s extremely tightly-held on an island of 500 at the moment, especially that strip of north-facing properties in this little pocket, in the wide, quiet cul de sac position,” he said.

In its first week on the market, this family home has had 3,000 online views and 22 inspections.