Introducing the award winning 'Chateau Immanuel', a breathtaking acreage oasis that evokes the charm of the Tuscan countryside, the romance of Provence and the grandeur of Baroque design.
Situated in a tightly held, premier pocket of the Sunshine Coast hinterland, this remarkable, picturesque 10-acre estate feels a world away and yet is so close to the Coast's best schools, shops, services and beaches.
Spread across two impressive wings, the meticulously maintained grand home features soaring ceilings, Italian flagstone flooring, French chandeliers and light fittings, Portuguese limestone fireplaces, intricate ceiling roses, walls painstakingly hand painted using a rare two brush technique and endless views across the manicured gardens, lake and lap pool.
Old-worldly wonder combines seamlessly with modern-day comforts like ducted air conditioning, ducted vacuum points, integrated sound, alarm and security systems and a 10kw solar system with automatic generator backup.
The main wing of the home comprises a grand entryway with oversized double doors and towering nine metre ceilings that leads though to a reception area, formal living room, family room and dining room, all with hand carved stone fireplaces and floor to ceiling European timber framed windows.
The adjoining kitchen is nothing short of spectacular, showcasing custom stone benchtops, a two-room pantry (yes, two rooms!), double industrial oven, gas cooktop and rangehood and gorgeous garden vistas.
An expansive central island is perfect for casual family meals and coffee with friends and it's easy to imagine yourself in this decadent space preparing a gourmet extravaganza and enjoying a tipple of Champagne or Chianti.
An array of bifold doors connect the kitchen and living spaces to the sprawling, Tuscan inspired alfresco entertaining area that boasts multiple seating areas, stone fireplace, water feature, bronze chandeliers and ceiling fans, integrated kitchen, pergola with plush, billowing curtains and which overlooks the sparkling 14m x 6.5m pool and gazebo. Magnifique!
To the rear of this wing is the colossal master bedroom with parent's retreat, private terrace, feature fireplace, walk-in robe and dressing room fit for a royal and an opulent ensuite with Italian stone tiles and both a feature sunken bath and a freestanding double ended Baroque bath.
Tucked away on the upper level and purpose built for children and teens, is a vast space with a dreamy bedroom, living area, fireplace and luxurious spacious bathroom.
In this section of the home, there is also a large, well-appointed laundry and a stately home office with feature walls, high ceilings and a separate entry. A high clearance, 4 car garage separates the main residence from the self-contained guest annex which comprises three large ensuited bedrooms, living and dining areas, a designer kitchen and an idyllic private courtyard - perfect for guests, extended families, dual living or Airbnb ventures.
Outside, among the 10 beautifully manicured, fully fenced acres and private lake, there is a self-contained artist's studio, generous 10m x 4.5m shed with 5m ceilings and carport, sandstone feature walls, exquisite antique statues and figurines, large dog run, ponds and water features, computerised irrigation system and so much more. It is truly an alfresco paradise.
Chateau Immanuel feels like a Mediterranean sanctuary retreat a world away, but it is in fact just 15 minutes from the new Maroochydore CBD and some of the Coast's best schools, 20 minutes from the international airport, SCU Hospital, and Mooloolaba's beautiful beaches and restaurants, 30 minutes to Noosa and under an hour to Brisbane!