159 Laurel Avenue

Chelmer QLD 4068

A landmark estate in Chelmer's prestigious Laurel Avenue, this architecturally designed, Hamptons-style home presents an unrivalled riverfront lifestyle. Occupying 1472sqm with a private jetty and breath-taking vistas across the Brisbane River, the property offers residents maximum flexibility with many multipurpose rooms, living zones and entertaining spaces.

Built in 2016 by Knowlman McDonald McMillan, local architects and builders renowned for their quality, the house was a finalist (top 3 in category) for the Master Builders Queensland Housing & Construction Awards. This residence was completely flood-free in both the 2011 and 2022 Brisbane floods.

Adorned with a neutral palette to suit all decors, the interiors reveal beautiful Grey Ironbark floors, Italian and Spanish tiles, wooden shutters and paned windows, which flood the home with natural light.

Three large lounge/family rooms perfectly balance formal and informal living. A double-sided gas fireplace connects the lounge to the two-storey dining room boasting spectacular windows and a gallery-style library above. The kitchen is a culinary showpiece featuring a butler's pantry, Miele appliances, Blum soft-close drawers and cabinets, Caesarstone benchtops, and an island bench taking in the tranquil river views.

The blissful river backdrop can be further enjoyed from the elevated deck and alfresco terrace, which captures scenic outlooks across the infinity-edge pool, rolling lawns and established gardens. The backyard guides you down to the water's edge, where your private jetty awaits.

Five carpeted bedrooms are accompanied by four bathrooms and an office. The upper-level houses three bedrooms in the children's wing and a lavish master unveiling dual walk-in robes and river vistas from the private balcony and luxurious ensuite. The lower-level houses self-contained guest quarters/au pair suite featuring separate entry, internal access, a kitchenette, bathroom, a living area, and a bedroom with water views.

Additional property features:
- Five bedrooms, including three with walk-in robes and a self-contained suite
- Double garage with coated floors with ample additional off-street parking
- Air-conditioned wine cellar and a built-in Beefeater BBQ
- Fully ducted heating and air-conditioning; security system; CCTV
- Sonos sound system; Vacu-Maid; energy-efficient lighting; solar
- Insulated Monier tile roof; gutter guard; screens; Crimsafe on lower windows
- Landscaped gardens and hose reels; automatic irrigation; electric dog fence

Positioned in Chelmer's premier avenue on the banks of the Brisbane River, this exclusive address offers excellent proximity to schools, shops, parkland and transport. Located 5 minutes from Indooroopilly Shopping Centre and 20 minutes to the CBD, this iconic homestead is one-of-a-kind.