10 Shearwater Esplanade, Runaway Bay

This Gold Coast mansion is situated on the most expensive street on the Coast and boasts deep water at the front and rear of the property.  All levels can be accessed by a glass lift that opens to a stunning internal grotto with a 7m high waterfall in rock-like feature walls.

When you own a house this beautiful, you never want to leave and the inclusions ensure leaving is not necessary. This massive 220 square (2045sqm) family home has everything the busy entertainer could want, including a 12-seat surround sound cinema, a wet bar and includes 600sqm of balconies and alfresco living.

For the more active there is a pool bordering the canal waterfront and a full-sized squash court that couples up as a basketball court. The entire top floor is a penthouse master retreat, the majestic sleeping area adjoins the luxurious five-star bathroom with a circular spa tub. Up here to is a kitchenette and a gym/retreat area so whether you get your kicks from caffeine or exercise is up to you.

Floor-to ceiling commercial-grade frameless windows provide stunning water views to the Broadwater and back waterways. On the ground floor are the regal living and entertaining areas, taking in the squash court, a wet bar, and a kitchen with a 5.5m island preparation area finished in black galaxy granite and providing a separate casual bench that seats nine.

The main living and dining areas open to a huge terrace on the sparkling waterfront. Here, stone creates a smart outdoor venue alongside the 12.5m wet edge swimming pool and spa. On the first floor are four luxury bedrooms, an office, and kids living area. On the lower level is a professional laundry room, garaging for 12 cars, and a self-contained one-bedroom unit.

Rarely found, this Broadwater home offers direct ocean access boating with its deep water and bridge free location and a sheltered 20.7m (68ft) pontoon. There is also a double jet ski garage and wet room accessed via a hydraulic door within the exterior wall of the property to launch the skis directly into the rear canal.

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