This Sunshine Coast Hinterland home could be yours
An incredible treechange opportunity in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland valued at $3.19 million is up for grabs for the cost of a $2 lottery ticket with the latest Mater Prize Home draw.
And you can explore the dream home up close, with the charity opening the doors to the breathtaking Montville property this Labor Day long weekend.
An aerial view of the breathtaking acreage property
The house on prestigious Western Ave in Montville
The property at 343 Western Ave is open for viewing by the public from 9am to 5pm daily until June 18, including on the Qld/NT public holiday on May 1.
Located along the picturesque town’s premier street, the house has an open floorplan, with spacious living areas, high ceilings and expanses of glass capturing stunning green views.
There’s an elegant galley-style kitchen and formal dining space along with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a self-contained one-bedroom guest studio.
Spacious living areas
High ceilings and an easy flow between indoor and outdoor areas
The property offers multiple outdoor entertaining areas surrounded by beautiful gardens created by renowned landscape designer, Michael Cooke, and there’s even a grand-scale chicken coop for that full country experience.
Ray White Maleny agent, Allister Millican, sold the property to Mater Foundation for $2.57m in June last year, with the home since upgraded and fully furnished by the charity.
“It is a breathtaking home, and it was so popular that even on a mid-week open for inspection we’d have people camped out the front,” Mr Millican said.
He said the interest had been as strong for Mater’s inspections during the draw so far.
“I had to park 150m away when I went to see it again myself,” he said.
“Western Ave, Montville is a very prestigious address, all the homes there are beautiful and unique and this is one of those really cool places — just like the Hinterland is overall.”
Mater Foundation director of Lotteries, Simon Jarvis, said the prize offered a number of life-changing options for one lucky winner.
“Whether the winner decides to keep this magnificent property as their forever home and gets to enjoy that unrivalled view every day, or they decide to rent it out and earn an income for life — it truly is going to change their life.
“You can buy a Mater Prize Home ticket for just $2 and you might win this incredible prize, in addition you’ll be bringing hope and healing to the lives of so many in the community.
“We’re immensely grateful to everyone who buys Mater Prize Home tickets. Your support enables us to fund life-saving medical research and facilitate exceptional patient outcomes. Our supporters really are changing lives with every ticket purchased,” he said.
PropTrack data shows a typical house in Montville costs $972,000.
House prices rose steeply through 2021, but have come down 2.8 per cent over the last 12 months.
The property has several outdoor entertaining areas
Relaxation guaranteed
Less than 20 houses have sold since last year, with rental vacancy near 0 per cent.
Rental yield is 2.9 per cent.
Brant and Bernhardt principal, Susan Brant, who is marketing another acreage property on Western Ave, said homes in Montville generally commanded a higher sale price than other Hinterland suburbs due to limited supply.
While the area has traditionally been home to retired and semi-retired professionals, younger families were increasingly attracted to the laidback lifestyle and tight-knit community.
“It is a very welcoming and safe community, and the proximity of Montville to the private schools is also attractive for younger people moving here, who may have older children and want more land for a pony or a motorbike,” Ms Brant said.
There are three bedrooms and the main house and a separate one-bedroom guest studio
Elegant galley-style kitchen and dining area
She said the local property market had “certainly picked up” following a lull after the pandemic boom, with several big-ticket sales recently under contract.
The prize home is located a short drive from the boutique shops, restaurants and cafes in Montville’s town centre, while surrounding attractions include the natural Kondalilla Falls, wineries, and the beautiful beaches of the Sunshine Coast.
Lottery No. 307 is now open and will be drawn June 23.
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