Arrive at an elevated cul-de-sac in Pullenvale and step into paradise. Renowned architect Kevin Hayes has created a home filled with beautiful spaces amidst landscaped gardens. A private forest enhances the peace and beauty.
The brief to the architect was “to create a home around a courtyard”. The owners had returned home from a decade abroad bringing with them sandstone, marble, tiles and a vision of a family home imbued with tranquility.
From the moment you enter the sandstone courtyard you are spellbound. A frangipani tree hung with lights rises above the stepping-stones that cross the pond. Pink bougainvillea petals contrast with the pale sandstone. Emerald green Mondo grass adds lushness to the breathtaking space.
The northeast edible garden spills into view with its rosemary, mint, oranges, lemons, mandarins and olive trees. Here you’ll find another outdoor sandstone oasis under a trellis of Black Muscat grapes and bougainvillea. The pizza oven and long table are the setting for nights under the stars.
The many indoor and outdoor spaces provide room for a family to relax, to play, to entertain, to celebrate. There is always a perfect place at any time of the year to soak up the sunshine, play backyard cricket, host a small gathering or throw a large party.
The formal dining and lounge space flows from the courtyard through a colonnade and is a beautiful setting for dinners and celebrations. The pale sandstone of the courtyard flows seamlessly to the pale marble floors. Windows bring in the forest, the pool and filtered sunlight. The vaulted ceiling lifts your eyes skyward.
The open space that houses the kitchen, casual dining and lounge opens to a verandah that frames the view of the forest.
The pool is inviting all summer long with its Indonesian hand cut aqua tiles and gazebo. The lawn known as the “Cricket Pitch” is shaded on summer afternoons, making it the place of many well contested matches. A regular event in this space is the Winter Solstice lunch, a long lunch on the shortest day.
The western terrace basks in winter sunshine while a dedicated fire pit area is perfect for winter nights. Nestled in a clearing in the forest is yet another long table next to a stone barbecue with a treehouse nearby. Hours can be spent here exploring Pullen Pullen Creek. The many wonderful spaces allow family members to have friends over simultaneously.
The caterer’s kitchen, complete with European appliances, is function meets form. Every drawer and cupboard is positioned for ease of use. The porcelain floor tiles are as beautiful as they are durable. The stunning marble bench top reflects the hues of the Australian bush that looms large through the verandah.
The master retreat is the only room upstairs, making it truly serene. The super king size bedroom has twin walk-in-robes and a deep bath in the fully marble lined ensuite featuring single slabs of marble to make the most of its beauty. A wonderful surprise is the private verandah that looks across the gardens and pool to the forest. Windows in the walk-in-robes have views to the courtyard.
Back on ground level, the children’s wing has four queen size bedrooms all with built-in robes and solid teak parquetry floors. The three-way bathroom is fully lined with marble.
The study, laundry and double garage are all spacious. The extra space in the garage is ideal for jet skis, bicycles and garden tools. There is also an outdoor car parking area. A room that is naturally cooled by the earth has potential to be an excellent 800-bottle wine cellar.
By design, the home and gardens are beautiful yet low maintenance. The gardens’ irrigation system is supplied by 45,000 litres of rainwater stored in underground tanks. Over the last 12 years, thousands of trees have been planted in the private forest – mostly natives mingled with exotics. The trees are a peaceful sight as they cool the air and create shade.
2,000m2 around the home is fully fenced including Invisible Fences for dogs and cats. Children can run all the way around the home and collect eggs from the chicken run without having to go through a gate.
The home is in the heart of Pullenvale, an active and friendly community. It takes approximately five minutes to walk the footpath through the trees to Pullenvale State School. Pullenvale Marketplace is just down the road.
No expense has been spared in the creation of 39 Triandra Place. Properties of this calibre are rare. Here is an exceptional home where your family has room to grow and flourish, to be together and to celebrate. Inspect as soon as you can.
FEATURES:
• 1.5 acres (5,856m2) of landscaped gardens, lawns and private forest
• Elevated cul-de-sac position with views and breezes
• Architect designed, northeast facing, low maintenance home
• Beautiful sandstone courtyard
• Spacious indoor/outdoor entertaining spaces
• Town water, 45,000 litres rainwater tanks, irrigation system
• Walk to Pullenvale State School
• Kenmore State High School catchment
• Close to Pullenvale Marketplace (approximately 1.9 kilometres)
• Easy commute to CBD (approximately 17 kilometres)
