Now that’s a walk-in wardrobeOther features include a pool, and two deep water mooring pontoons.At Teneriffe, Koowa is back on the market after selling for $3.8 million less than 12 months ago. Grand Brisbane estates that will make you drool Multi-million dollar home reno Blackbutt timber flooring, granite benchtops, European light fittings, travertine flooring and benchtops feature throughout the house, which also comes equipped with a Back2Base security system with independent mobile communications, Sonos sound system, ducted and zoned airconditioning, room-to-room intercom, VacuMaid and a triple garage with grey sandstone flooring. 95-99 MCCONNELL ST BULIMBAListed with Sarah Hackett of Place Bulima, the property hit the market just three days ago, and has 32m of river frontage and 951sq m of living space — almost four times that of an average Aussie house. Home of House Rules winners hits the market Video Player is loading.Play VideoPlayNext playlist itemMuteCurrent Time 0:00/Duration 1:58Loaded: 0%Stream Type LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time -1:58 Playback Rate1xChaptersChaptersDescriptionsdescriptions off, selectedCaptionscaptions settings, opens captions settings dialogcaptions off, selectedQuality Levels720p720pHD576p576p360p360p216p216pAutoA, selectedAudio Tracken (Main), selectedFullscreenThis is a modal window.Beginning of dialog window. 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This modal can be closed by pressing the Escape key or activating the close button.PlayMuteCurrent Time 0:00/Duration 0:00Loaded: 0%Stream Type LIVESeek to live, currently playing liveLIVERemaining Time -0:00 Playback Rate1xFullscreenWhy location is everything in real estate01:59A battle of the mansions is heating up on Brisbane’s riverfront, with a host of luxurious residences hitting the market in time for spring selling season. And while many of us mere mortals (myself included) will only ever be able to dream about living in one, we can live vicariously through the listing photographs.First up is 95-99 McConnell St at Bulimba, a striking five bedroom, European-inspired riverfront residence on two titles spanning 1473sq m. MORE NEWS: Renovation transforms dated Gold Coast house into luxury mansion 23 Davidson Tce, Teneriffe.More from newsParks and wildlife the new lust-haves post coronavirus11 hours agoNoosa’s best beachfront penthouse is about to hit the market11 hours agoThe owner is listed as Samuel Holdings Pty Ltd, with houses and land is some of the southeast’s most sought-after suburbs among their portfolio. This Master Builders House of the Year for 2009 also has landscaped gardens, a cobblestone circular driveway and electric gates.It is for sale by expressions of interest. At East Brisbane, LJ Hooker Avnu has 35 Laidlaw Parade on the market for $3.85 million, while in Bulimba, Belle Property agent Tony O’Doherty is marketing 100 Quay St.In Chelmer, Adcock Prestige principal Jason Adcock has a “riverfront renovator” on 1856sq m among his listings. Mr Adcock also has 111 Lather Road at Bellbowrie, a five bedroom riverfront acreage estate on his books. 111 Lather Rd, Bellbowrie.And Ray White New Farm agent Christine Rudolph has 50 Dauphin Terrace at Highgate Hill up for grabs via sale by negotiation. There is an outdoor entertaining area with marine grade stainless steel Capital BBQ and kitchen, a kitchen with a seven burner Ilve stove with two ovens and teppanyaki plate, Miele dishwashers, a walk-in cold room, butler’s pantry, dumbwaiter and garbage compactor. Originally built in 1896 as the third house on Teneriffe Hill, ‘Koowa’ was restored prior to its sale last year, and its rear yard with viewing deck, pool and heated spa has received a number of accolades. The kitchenOff here is the dining room.Upstairs is the place to relax, with all five bedroom located on the first floor. The master suite is bigger than most luxury apartments, with an enormous walk-in robe and an ensuite with a his-and-her shower, toilet and vanity, all centred around the lavish bathtub. Pool with a viewAlso on this floor is the media room — a lounge room with a corner bar and commercial bar fridge and a cellar door leading to the concealed, underfloor wine cellar.The renovated gourmet kitchen is to the right of the grand living space, and has a suite of amazing features, including wide benchtops, an abundance of cabinetry storage and premium-quality WOLF appliances, a built-in commercial fridge and freezer and a butler’s pantry. This Chelmer mansion has some serious wow factorDesigned by Harry Poulos Architects, the residence draws inspiration from classic American architecture, and also includes two fully self-contained guesthouses.Features include a floodlit tennis court, pool and pontoon, solid New Zealand Clutha River stone walls and a wood-burning fireplace, a handcrafted Welsh slate roof with 34 roof pitches, custom cabinetry, a billiard room with bar and walk in climate-controlled 1200 bottle wine cellar. Spread over three levels, the basement is home to a huge wine cellar, while just outside is a garden pavilion.Entry to the home is via a pergola on the ground floor, which opens in to a foyer that leads to the family lounge and the “grand living” area overlooking the covered alfresco area overlooking the Brisbane River. The original VJ walls, original leadlight windows, timber work and floorboards have been retained, and the outdoor entertaining areas that flow from the internal living areas showcase some of Brisbane’s best views. The property is listed for sale. At Chelmer, a seven bedroom riverfront estate on 2401sq m has also hit the market. It is owned by former restauranteur TJ Peabody – heir to one of Australia’s biggest fortunes.Peabody is selling his lavish Brisbane riverfront estate on the market to repay his father. RELATED: Trophy home: Heir to Peabody fortune lists Brisbane riverfront mansion to repay dad It overlooks the river The house sits high on Teneriffe Hill and has 200 degree views. Teneriffe is Brisbane’s most expensive suburb, with the median house price sitting at $1.825 million, however both houses and units have sold in excess of $5 million and Koowa is again being sold by agent Henry Hodge, who has since opened his own agency, Henry Hodge Real Estate.The listing for Koowa said the owners “purchased this home because of its level of quality and finish, what they believed was a cut above the rest”.The house has been modernised but has kept much of its traditional charm. Modern features include a Control 4 home automation system, built-in Sony TVs powered by android, top of the line Gaggenau appliances, built in Sub-Zero refrigerator, ducted vacuum system and remote camera and security system.
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