THERE are plenty of amazing coastal properties to choose from on the market at the moment, particularly if you’ve got plenty to spend.
The Gold Coast is renowned for having some of the most amazing beachfront and waterfront homes on offer.
One of the most impressive listings is a seven-bedroom home at 7-13 King Arthurs Court, Sovereign Islands.
The home, known as Château de Rêves is on a 3070 sqm absolute waterfront site at Sovereign Islands. It has 85 metre of water frontage and uninterrupted views of the Gold Coast broadwater and skyline.
The home was built in 2001 and also has two studies, two kitchens and staff quarters.
The internal finishes were imported from around the world and include Venetian Murano glass, an Italian imported timber balustrade and Botticino marble floors.
A main staircase was designed and manufactured in Italy and shipped in one piece. It is listed by Vivian Yu and Paul Arthur of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty.
Also impressive is an incredible seven-bedroom home at 2585 Gracemere Circuit North, Hope Island.
The house, which is known as Sails, has 176 metres of water frontage and is guarded by marble lion sentinels.
Inside the double-height foyers is s Versace inspired water feature. The home was designed with curves and extensive balconies to simulate the sensation of sailing on an ocean liner.
There are gold swan taps n the bathrooms, Swarovski crystal chandeliers, and a self-contained penthouse apartment with a balcony which its listing describes as “big enough to land a helicopter’’.
The block has deep water frontage and a protected mooring for a 160-foot vessel.
It is listed through Douglas Hoang and Claire Dai of The Venetian Real Estate – Surfers Paradise.
Another amazing home listed for sale on the Gold Coast is at 3-7 Sir Lancelot Close, Sovereign Islands.
The seven-bedroom, Mediterranean inspired, waterfront mansion has views to Stradroke Island and Surfers Paradise.
The home has private guest accommodation and secure parking for up to 15 cars including basement parking.
It has 55 metres of water frontage and formal and informal living spaces.
The outdoor dining area has a Teppanyaki barbecue and there is a 25 metre swimming pool, gym and steam room, plus a yoga studio and meditation/massage room.
It is listed through Lisa Halpin of Savills – Gold Coast.
On the Sunshine Coast at home at 46 Seaview Tce, has 7 bedrooms, five bathrooms and an asking price of more than $18 million.
The beachfront home which is owned by former Australian tennis champ, Pat Rafter, is at the northern end of Sunshine Beach. It is on 1286sq m of land with its own landscaped path to the beach.
The open plan home has extensive decking, an infinity-edge pool and ocean views.
There is also a fireplace.and storage for surfboards.
Also on the Sunshine Coast a five-bedroom home at 9 Kiamba Court is listed for $4.75 million.
The home, known as Cloudbank, is also at the northern end of Sunshine Beach.
It has large balconies and views over the beach. The home is fitted out with plenty of new technology including a 360 degree rotating view television, SONOS entertainment control system that can be controlled with a smart phone, in-built speakers, ducted airconditioning, ducted vacuum and motorised awnings.
The kitchen has a built in cold room and there are vegetable gardens, multiple storage areas and parking for four cars.
It is listed through Jesse Stowers of Tom Offermann Real Estate – Noosa Heads.