STONELEA ESTATE, COOROY MOUNTAIN

Surrounded by the beauty of the Noosa Hinterland, Stonelea Estate contrasts the surrounding nature with high-end style. Situated on a knoll beside a picturesque hillside, the property is 5.67 hectares wide and has two levels. When entering the property, the driveway provides panoramic views of Cooroy Mountain’s rainforests.

The landscaped gardens frame the house, with topiaries lining the entrance. The forecourt has an open design before leading into the lobby. Inside luxury flows. Cathedral-height ceilings adorn the formal dining and living rooms. This private getaway has features such as a fireplace feature wall, grand chandeliers, timber ceiling features, and a helipad. In terms of style, the property has a mixture of opulence and culture. The property houses artefacts and artwork from places such as Africa and Asia, and these are mixed with quality furniture.

There is an open plan for much of the property; the living room leads into the wet-edge pool and the lawns on either side are the perfect platform to see the sweeping views. The customised kitchen is a key feature of the building with a built-in kitchen island, a butler’s pantry, a cold room, and commercial-grade appliances to serve those looking for luxury. Design elements such as granite features and wooden finishes stand out as well as an electric window that opens to the terrace. The terrace has a pizza oven and fire pit, accomodating to all entertaining scenarios.

This spacious property has an East wing: home to a master suite. The suite is built with privacy and elegance in mind, with access to a walkway from the room, bespoke chandeliers, leather marble finishes, and an impressive dressing room. There is a guest suite with an ensuite and built-in wardrobe, next to the dressing room, and there is a third bedroom that is currently converted into a gym.

Downstairs houses a living area and kitchenette, another guest bedroom, and a master bedroom with an ensuite, walk-in wardrobe, and access to the walkway surround the property. There is also plenty of storage rooms, a media room for the homeowner to watch new releases, and a second study. The bottom floor features a cellar with room for 2,000 bottles to adorn the walls. There is a private gymnasium and for after: a Tylo steam room. The building is 5 minutes away from Cooroy city and 8 minutes to Eumundi however with a house like this you’ll be in paradise on your grounds.

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