Forest Park is one of Tamborine Mountain's older area
with the subdivision dating back well over 30 years. Way back then this former cow paddock
became a 1/2 acre estate with good red soil & streets designed for maximum quiet and
privacy. This was one of the early homes built when the estate was still relatively bare.
Today it is one of the Mountain's most sought after areas with quality homes and gardens
that conceal the homes from view and turn the whole area into one gigantic park alive
with birds of many species.
This particular home had been left in original condition until recently when the current
owner picked up a magic wand and transformed it into a 21st century home she has named “Gecko
Lodge”. The original structure was solidly built. All it needed was a total interior
update and the addition of inviting outdoor living spaces. The transformation from a
dowdy old duchess to a modern stylish home is simply breathtaking.
The ground level front door opens to an inviting foyer with tiled walkway and an open,
carpeted area. The entire ground floor has been revamped with a delightful tiled sunroom
/ studio in the right position plus carpeted area beyond which can be used as an office
area, rumpus or extra bedrooms. There is a full new bathroom with tub & separate
shower plus very stylish vanity on this level as well as a large laundry area adjoining
the end-to-end double garage. Every inch of this level is fresh, clean and better than
new.
The tiled walkway leads to carpeted stairs which take you to the main level. Modern
open living is style here with large lounge opening out to
a lovely long morning sunroom that was almost certainly an
open verandah in the original plan. The lounge also opens to the fully tiled dining
and all new kitchen with its breakfast bar for 2 and stainless steel appliances. The
feeling is simply elegant with ample space and fresh styling that can handle anything
from the owners slightly Oriental furnishings through to antiques. Colours are restrained
and neutral, allowing a new owner to add any colour scheme with comfort.
There are 3 bedrooms with built-in robes on this level and another full bathroom with
large corner tub and separate shower recess as well as a separate toilet. Both bathrooms
feature interesting tiling features and up-to-the-minute style vanities. Another appealing
feature here is the rear deck that looks down over the huge back yard with its open
lawns, trees and shrubs.
Real outdoor living here is on the ground level with a wide and part covered timber
terrace being the ideal place for family BBQ’s and general outdoor relaxation. It is
a great spot where parents can relax and keep an eye on kids kicking a football on the
level lawns. I'd call it a back yard made for kids and their dogs. It is also a perfect
place for anyone keen on planting fruit trees and vegetables.
There are many trees and shrubs already here as well as some recently planted garden
beds. There will never be a water shortage because there is an excellent water bore
in the garden to supply all your could need for household use as well as your garden.
The renovation has been competed so that new owners don’t have to do another thing
inside or out. All you have to do is unpack then sit out
on the deck and relax. |