Positioned in the foothills of Montville, on the ridge of Hunchy Road, this is a property with extreme "wow" factor, complete privacy with no neighbours in sight, and essentially your very own national park, with endless bushwalks and two waterfalls to call your own. The house is filled with sunlight, native birdsong and cool breezes. The natural helipad in front of the house is even frequented by a mountain wallaby.
The vast spaciousness, the sunrises over the ocean, the pool and the privacy - Hunchy Mountain Retreat is an absolute paradise.
Just 7 minutes to the picturesque cafés and boutiques of Montville, 12 minutes to Palmwoods and approximately 30 minutes to Maroochydore's town centre and beaches, you're close enough to enjoy everything the Sunshine Coast has to offer, yet far enough away to escape the hustle and bustle.
Designed by acclaimed architect Brian Donovan with a hint of Japanese architecture and built by the current owner in 1991, the home was designed with the 360 degree views in mind. With floor to ceiling windows spanning all 16m of the house, to the west presenting the escarpment, to the east the ocean and in between country and forest vistas. The long, thin shape of the house has been designed with this all in mind.
Expansive windows, high ceilings and beautiful Brush Box and mixed hardwood flooring create a warm, welcoming home filled with natural light and cooling breezes. The main residence offers four bedrooms, two bathrooms and generous living spaces, including a spacious kitchen overlooking the surrounding landscape. A fireplace adds warmth during the cooler hinterland months, while the elevated entertaining deck and swimming pool provide the perfect setting to enjoy the spectacular views.
The main bedroom enjoys a private position at the southern end of the home, complete with an ensuite featuring a floor-to-ceiling shower window overlooking the gardens and bushland. Upstairs, a spacious office captures sweeping coastal views and offers flexibility as a fifth bedroom.
Separate from the main residence is a fully self-contained one-bedroom guest suite, complete with its own kitchen, bathroom, living area and carport. Previously operated as part of a popular Airbnb accommodation offering, the property provides flexibility for extended family, guests or potential supplementary income.
Perhaps one of the most unique features is the property's very own rainforest sanctuary, complete with winding creeks, walking trails and not 1 but 2 waterfalls. It's a rare opportunity to enjoy this level of natural beauty and privacy without sacrificing convenience.
The property also offers a combination of established rural infrastructure, open space and natural bushland. With paddocks, chicken coop, cattle yards, fencing, vegetable gardens and multiple sheds, there's plenty of scope for hobby farming, animals and outdoor pursuits.
WHAT WE LOVE
- Approximately 12 acres (4.98 hectares) of private hinterland living with no immediate neighbours in sight
- Breathtaking ocean, coastline, valley and hinterland views
- Established gardens, chicken coop and raised vegetable beds
- Workshop/garage, garden shed, ride-on mower shed, farm supplies rack and extensive under-house storage
- Three-car carport plus additional parking
- Established cattle or horse yards, fencing and cattle grids
- Three water tanks with approximately 63,000L total capacity
- 6.6kW solar system
- Previously operated as successful holiday accommodation, sleeping up to 14 guests
- School bus access within walking distance, servicing coastal schools
- Approximately 7 minutes to Montville, 12 minutes to Palmwoods and 30 minutes to Maroochydore and the beaches
WHAT THE OWNERS LOVE
- The privacy and connection to nature
- Having no neighbours in sight and being surrounded by native bushland, birdsong and wildlife has made this property a peaceful retreat for the family. From the rock wallabies that visit, the natural clearing in front of the home, to the rainforest walks and waterfall, there's always something to enjoy outdoors.
- The ever-changing views. Watching the sun rise over the ocean, seeing the mist settle across the valleys and enjoying the outlook from almost every room are things the owners have never taken for granted.
- The swimming pool, expansive outdoor areas and acres of land have provided an incredible environment for children and teenagers to grow up, explore and enjoy. With room to accommodate extended family and friends, it's a property that has brought people together over the years.
- The owners have always appreciated how the architecture connects the home to its surroundings. The natural light, cooling breezes, beautiful timber finishes and uninterrupted views create a home that feels comfortable and welcoming in every season.
- While the property feels completely removed from the outside world, the convenience of Montville, Palmwoods and the Sunshine Coast beaches being within easy reach has made the location particularly special.
After more than three decades of ownership, the family is ready to pass this much-loved property on to someone who will appreciate its unique character, natural beauty and lifestyle opportunities.
Forthcoming Auction. Date TBA. Inspections by prior appointment.
*Under Queensland legislation, agents are unable to provide a price guide or range for properties being marketed for auction. We encourage buyers to review recent comparable sales to help establish their own opinion of value and would be happy to provide relevant market information to assist.
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