Rarely does a property stir the soul like this majestic 6.5-acre (approx) hinterland estate - with the spirit of a private island retreat, located barely 15 minutes from the Noosa River. 'Mandalay' is a magnificent residence complemented by a world-class array of amenities, including a tennis court, a resort-style pool, a basketball half-court, a wine cellar, a library, and more.
This is a one-of-a-kind home, envisioned by the original owner-builder, who spared no expense creating a private escape of grand proportions on a beautiful flat rainforest allotment. Every element here is bespoke, from the soaring ceilings to the architectural angles, the solid cedar timbers, and the custom-crafted glazing, including sky-high windows that fill the interior with ever-changing natural light.
'Mandalay' has the aura of an island retreat, with the bedrooms spilling onto a wraparound terrace framed in tropical rainforest, meandering paths, and an orchard. It also presents a striking entertaining dynamic, featuring multiple living zones and a broad north-facing atrium enjoying views over the 80,000L salt-chlorinated pool.
The amenities include a floodlit north-south tennis court, a sealed circular driveway with a grand porte-cochere, and an underground wine cellar with a bar and chairs crafted from local trees. The property is offered to the market for the first time in two decades, having been treasured by two generations of one family.
It is a place of absolute privacy, completely hidden from street view. A second entrance from Dath Henderson Road leads to a large flat open area with potential for shedding of dream proportions (STCA). A stone kitchen with European appliances creates a culinary centrepiece, flanked by living spaces, including a formal dining area and a fireside lounge with a wood heater.
The expansive library has a history of its own, having originally served as a private Cessna aircraft hangar. Meanwhile, a window-walled master suite rests at the opposite end of the floorplan, enjoying rainforest views and a beautiful indoor-outdoor flow. Further features include a 3-bay carport, a solar system, an 80,000-gallon water tank, a bore filtered through sand, drawn from Lake Macdonald and nature views from all angles.
Features Include:
- Flat 26,100m2 (6.5 acres approx) hinterland allotment
- Superbly constructed, sprawling 5-bedroom luxury residence
- Magnificent private grounds with majestic rainforest
- 80,000L north-facing salt-chlorinated resort-style pool
- Floodlit north-south tennis court and a private orchard
- Expansive north-facing entertaining atrium with pool views
- Two entrances from Dath Henderson and space for shedding (STCA)
- Expansive library, a wine cellar, and a basketball half-court
- Four bedrooms with private access to a wraparound terrace
- Fifth bedroom upstairs, nestled among the treetops like a private treehouse retreat
- Sealed circular driveway with a grand porte-cochere
- Multiple living areas and a stone kitchen with European appliances
- A solar system, a bore, and an 80,000-gallon water tank
- Prestige hinterland location, barely 15 mins' drive to the Noosa River
