There are homes by the beach, and then there are homes where the ocean is quite literally part of the view.
Positioned along the waterfront at Machans Beach, 155 O'Shea Esplanade is a character-filled coastal cottage with an outlook that immediately draws your attention beyond the home and towards the Coral Sea.
Set on a 512m² allotment, the property carries a fascinating piece of local history, having once served the Machans Beach community as a store and post office. Today, its original character remains part of its appeal, with timber floors, panelled ceilings, louvres, stained glass and timber slatted windows contributing warmth and personality throughout the home.
The open-plan kitchen, living and dining area takes full advantage of the ocean outlook, creating a relaxed central living space where the changing colours of the water and sky become part of the everyday backdrop. Step outside to the front patio and the connection to the coastline becomes even more apparent a place to sit with your morning coffee, watch the day unfold or simply enjoy the sea breeze.
Two bedrooms form part of the main residence, including an ocean-facing main bedroom, while a separate study or second living area provides additional flexibility. Two bathrooms add practicality, and air-conditioning throughout the bedrooms and living spaces provides year-round comfort.
To the rear, the atmosphere changes from open ocean views to the privacy of an established garden. Shaded by mature greenery and dotted with fruit trees, the fully fenced backyard creates a peaceful setting around the rear patio, with paved pathways leading through the garden.
Positioned separately at the rear of the property is a powered and insulated studio with its own patio. Whether used as a creative space, home office, guest retreat or explored for future possibilities, it adds another dimension to an already distinctive property.
And then there is the location itself.
Machans Beach has long held onto something increasingly difficult to find so close to Cairns the relaxed character of a small coastal community. From here, local cafés, dining and the beach are within easy reach, while Smithfield, Cairns Airport and the CBD remain conveniently accessible.
Property features include:
- Absolute waterfront position overlooking the Coral Sea
- Character-filled coastal cottage on 512m²
- Two bedrooms and two bathrooms
- Open-plan kitchen, living and dining with ocean views
- Ocean-facing main bedroom
- Front patio overlooking the waterfront
- Separate study or second living area
- Timber floors, panelled ceilings, louvres and stained-glass details
- Air-conditioning to bedrooms and living areas
- Private rear patio overlooking established gardens
- Fully fenced backyard with fruit trees and paved pathways
- Large garden shed
- Separate powered and insulated studio with patio
- Convenient access to local cafés, dining, Cairns Airport and CBD
Some properties are defined by their floor plan. Others are defined by where they stand. At 155 O'Shea Esplanade, it is the combination of history, character and an extraordinary waterfront position that makes this home something genuinely different.
Contact Viji on 0401 659 539 for a private viewing and experience this unique Machans Beach property for yourself.
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