Perched in the wallum frequented by native fauna, overlooking Sunrise Beach and facing north-east, is La Maison Bleue, designed in 1994 by the late Gabriel Poole, a pioneer of what was considered Noosa-style architecture.
Elevated on the side of a gully and striking in its simplicity, the classic family beach house and artist space is somewhat faded, however for an investor looking to reimagine a beachside weekender, maybe build a contemporary family residence or a developer seeking a medium density site, 5-minutes to toes-in-the sand, with potentially stunning Coral Sea and coastal views, this is it.
The pole home, a timber version of a quadropod, allows maximum light to drench indoors, thus creating transparency and giving the illusion of a floating roof. Poole applied many other trademarks including shutters and louvres to guarantee cross ventilation between the living areas and the three bedrooms. The simple polished chip board floors have stood the test of time and add to the overall character.
Opening out to the private timber deck, which 'spills' over the garden and reserve below, and runs the width of the house, is the main bedroom also the living room. A gas-strutted window opens out from the kitchen.
The front entrance to this highly desirable address, is via a level purpose-built timber walkway. A dedicated path to the sand abuts the site.
Life does not get any better than waking to the sounds of waves breaking onto Sunrise Beach, and listening to lorikeets trilling amongst the grevillea nectar, as dawn sends shimmering rays over the Coral Sea.
"La Maison Bleue may be a faded beauty, but it is definitely a potential jewel," explains Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Rebekah Offermann who is taking the property to auction on Saturday 8 May 2021. "Apart from renovating, land banking and rebuilding considerations this presents an enormous opportunity for medium density development of the site.
"The location too is second-to-none It's an easy stroll along the sand to Sunshine Beach cafes and surf club, and a short drive to schools, Noosa Aquatic Centre, sophisticated Hastings Street and the world-famous Noosa National Park".
Facts & Features:
- Land Area: 698m2
- House Area: 125m2
- Design: 1994 original; architect Gabriel Poole; elevated on side of gully; NE-facing
- Zoned: Medium density
- About: abuts dedicated pathway to the beach; level timber walkway from street to front door; 3-bedrooms w built-in robes; main bedroom + living area open to timber deck; polished chip board flooring throughout; timber deck 3m x 11.5 runs width of house; kitchen w gas lift window opening to deck & gas stove; outdoor shower; 2nd toilet downstairs; direct access to carport from street
- Location: easy stroll via sand to Sunshine Beach cafes & surf club; short drive to schools, Aquatic Centre, Hastings Street, Noosa Main Beach & main entrance of Noosa National Park
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