At first, it is just a brick entry and a driveway disappearing beneath the trees. Follow it in and the story changes rather quickly.
The road falls away behind you as the driveway leads through established greenery, eventually opening to reveal the home and its freestanding double garage sitting side by side. Both share the same warm brickwork and dark architectural tones, surrounded by mature trees and layered garden beds where bananas, pawpaws, apricot, lemon and peach trees, and passion fruits grow. that make the entire setting feel settled, private, and beautifully removed from the street.
There is a lovely sense that the home belongs to its landscape rather than simply sitting within it.
Step inside and that individuality continues. Soaring ceilings and large windows give the entry an impressive sense of volume, while slate underfoot, warm timber detailing and touches of leadlight bring texture and character. Crisp white walls keep the interiors fresh, allowing those richer, more traditional elements to stand out rather than compete.
From here, the single-level floorplan begins to reveal just how well it can accommodate family life. Four bedrooms are grouped together in their own part of the home, one offering the flexibility to serve as a study and opening directly to its own deck. A fifth bedroom sits separately near the formal lounge and kitchen, creating useful separation for guests, an older child or simply anyone who appreciates a little more space of their own.
Move further in and the home's living spaces begin to take over. The formal lounge provides somewhere to retreat, while family life gathers around a striking double-sided fireplace, with timber feature panelling adding another layer of warmth and character.
Then there is the kitchen. It does not try to disappear into a sea of neutrals, and that is part of its charm. Colourful tiling brings a playful hit of personality while remaining completely at home amongst the timber, slate and character details found throughout.
French doors, sliders, and generous windows keep drawing your eye towards the outdoors. From the flexible study or bedroom, its own deck creates a quiet little spot for a morning coffee, an afternoon drink or simply making the most of the breezes that move so freely through the home.
Where the backyard forgets to stop
Step through to the rear and suddenly all that privacy makes even more sense.
A tiled outdoor area provides an easy place for long lunches and outdoor entertaining, while beyond it, the backyard seems to simply keep going. Generous stretches of lawn meet mature gardens and established trees before the property backs directly onto parkland, creating an outlook that feels wonderfully green and removed from suburbia.
There is proper room to play here. Bikes, basketball, a playground, backyard cricket, even a firepit for cooler Queensland evenings. And for those dreaming of summer around the water, the scale of the yard may also provide scope to explore a future pool, subject to council approval.
For somewhere that feels so tucked away, life beyond home is remarkably convenient. Westfield Carindale is nearby, Brisbane CBD sits approximately 10 kilometres away, and major arterial connections make getting across the city straightforward. Families are positioned within the Belmont State School and Whites Hill State College catchments, with Citipointe Christian College also within easy reach.
Highlights
• Set well back from the street for an added sense of privacy, peace and security
• Generous family proportions with excellent separation between accommodation and living zones
• Separate double garage with twin roller doors
• Ample off-street parking along the private driveway
• A garden setting that feels less like a backyard and more like your own private green escape
Some homes announce themselves from the street. This one keeps the best parts for those who venture a little further.
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