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PRESTIGE buyers are trading the beach for the bush as the demand for luxury acreage estates hots up in the Gold Coast hinterland.

The COVID-19 crisis has seen a surge in inquiry for rural real estate and cashed up high end buyers are joining the queue for well-appointed homes in the hills.

A first-class rural sanctuary in Guanaba, 30 minutes north west of Surfers Paradise, has drawn instant interest since it hit the market for $3.5 million this week.

“In less than 48 hours the property had around 1000 views online,” said Kollosche’s Kara Evatt who is leading the Bluestone campaign with Eddie Wardale.

“We’ve been hearing from people who are looking to sell their waterfront properties and upsize on more land.”

Spread out over 4.32ha, 128 Guanaba Creek Road boasts a helicopter pad and hanger for easy access along with a cobblestone driveway that’s custom-made for prestige wheels.

The six-bedroom residence has been upgraded and extended by the current owners to include an airconditioned gym with martial arts mat, sauna, bar and a showroom style eight-car garage.

The extensive grounds include a championship size tennis court, heated swimming pool and spa, stables, two lakes, organic vegetables gardens and an established orchard.

“There’s nothing else like this in the area,” Ms Evatt said.

“This property is six-star with all of the luxuries you could need. It has a real celebrity feel about it.”

While agents on the northern end report strong interest out of Brisbane for acreage retreats in and around Tamborine Mountain, interstate buyers are focused on southern parcels.

“From Burleigh to Bilinga, we’re finding the level of inquiry is crazy, particularly for acreage properties,” said Ed Cherry of Sophie Carter Exclusive Properties.

“That interest for retreat-style properties is mainly coming from Sydney and Brisbane, where buyers are looking for a weekender or to relocate.”

Late last month, buyers from Batemans Bay paid $1.55 million for a designer five-bedroom home on almost five acres at 795 Tomewin Mountain Road, Currumbin Valley.

Here’s a selection of amazing acreage properties on the market right now.

475 Tallebudgera Connection Road, Tallebudgera

Surrounded by landscaped gardens, this resort-style sanctuary offers three acres of land on which to relax in peace and privacy.

Inspired by Colorado mountain chalets, the four-bedroom residence features high ceilings, exposed timber beams and natural stone finishes.

Outdoor rustic recreation is covered by a pool, vegetable garden and tree hut for the kids.

Price: $2.2 million

Agent: Ryan Ward, Kollosche

76-82 Main Western Road, Tamborine Mountain

The Mediterranean-style residence known as Laurel Lane is secluded on 1.2ha of lush lawns, country garden and ponds in the heart of Tamborine Mountain.

Tasmanian Oak and Jarrah ceilings feature inside the main residence while travertine and red marble lines the floors in the open plan design.

You can grow your own food in the vegetable gardens and orchard where automated irrigation keeps the maintenance to a minimum.

Price: Contact agent

Agent: Colleen Brunt and Nick Zhang, Amir Prestige – Paradise Point

186 Guanaba Creek Road, Guanaba

This hinterland manor may feel like it’s a world away, but in 10 minutes you’re on the M1 and in 30 minutes you’ll hit the sand.

The five-bedroom Rembrae Downs homestead is set back from the road on 8ha where rolling hills give way to 150m of Coomera River frontage.

Luxury appointments include a pool, heated spa, gazebo and bar, while a stable block on a separate title caters for four-legged friends with three large stables, tac room, office, feed shed and store room and wash bay.

Price: Contact agent

Agent: Emma Gregory and Amir Mian, Amir Prestige – Mermaid Beach

49 Bramley Dr, Tallebudgera Valley

This grand nine-bedroom chateau is surrounded by virgin rainforest, waterfalls and wildlife.

“This is one of the biggest homes available in Tallebudgera Valley,” said agent Ed Cherry.

“Every bedroom has a courtyard coming off it.”

The estate lends itself to income opportunities such as a boutique hotel, weddings, health retreat or a high-end bed and breakfast.

With all the charm of a bygone era, the estate features a 4000-book library, wine cellar, open log fireplace and a pool looking out to the forest.

There are two self-contained staff quarters, a separate guesthouse and provision for another house to be built on the property.

Price: On application

Agent: Ed Cherry, Sophie Carter Exclusive Properties

300 Monaro Road, Mudgeeraba

Marketed as a Federation eco retreat, this two-storey Queenslander on 4.79ha has panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Springbrook hinterland.

Located within eight kilometres of the Mudgeeraba township, the accommodation includes two self-contained guest suites, a master suite and a separate self-contained three-room studio, ideal for working from home.

Inclusions list a pool, spa, steam room and gym, while the grounds encompass an enclosed organic vegie garden, free range chook run and fruit trees.

Existing approval for a health retreat also allow for future business opportunities.

Price: Tender by September 4

Agent: Lyn Newcomb and Jodi Russell, Harcourts Mudgeeraba

61 Gibsonville Street, Tallebudgera Valley

This near-new house is located on one of Tallebudgera Valley’s most sought after streets.

A tree-lined driveway sets the scene for a prestige acreage lifestyle in a relaxed rural setting.

The four-bedroom house on 2.25ha is designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living with bi-fold doors connecting the living areas to the entertainment deck, gardens and dam.

There’s ample parking for cars, boats, caravans, trailers and more with a double shed and a double garage.

Auction: August 25, 6pm

Agent: Matt Micallef and Erika Zatyko, Ray White

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