Case Study:
Method of Sale: Auction
Registered Bidders: 7
Days on Market: 22
OFI Attendees: 49
Online Enquiries: 17
Views Online: 3,550
Channeling the nostalgia of sun-soaked beach days, with sundowners on the porch and surfboards, towels, and swimsuits at the ready, this iconic mid-century beach home at 26 Seashell Avenue is a rare gem. This home has not been offered to the market for over a decade.
Architecturally designed and constructed in the 1960s, this original 'Beachcomber' style home offers an eclectic blend of timeless charm, vibrant interiors, and inviting outdoor spaces, making it an unmissable and versatile opportunity for beach lovers.
Offering a sprawling almost 16 m frontage and one of the largest street setbacks from kerb to boundary in the neighbourhood, this vintage Mermaid Beach treasure masterfully combines authentic design elements of modern mid-century with Palm Springs influences. With rich timber tones, extensive terrazzo tiling, wrought iron details, tumbled feature bricks, and breeze-blocks, this retro gem is inimitable in every sense.
A broad north-facing deck sits atop a pair of external curved staircases and wraps around the first floor, overlooking a tree-lined front yard where towering, established Moreton Bay Black Beans, banana palms, and flowering jasmine serve as a testament to the property's colourful heritage.
Inside, a light-filled atrium, with soaring raked ceilings and VJ lined walls connects with three bedrooms, a galley-style kitchen, lounge room, dining area, and rear alfresco deck, creating a central breezeway that invites refreshing ocean breezes throughout the home.
A tiled, gated swimming pool, visible from the rear leisure deck, enhances the retro Slim Aarons vibes and basks in abundant sunshine. A separate studio-style space with a private bathroom sits below the main house on ground level, making it ideal as a kids' or teen retreat, guest suite, or spacious work-from-home office den.
The site also offers immense development potential, with DA opportunities ready to be explored and executed in one of the most sought-after seaside streets on the Gold Coast.*
KEY FEATURES:
• Iconic Mermaid Beach home in a prime beachside location, hitting the market for the first time in almost a decade.
• Cherished for over its remarkable 60+ year history, this beach house has retained many of the original architectural details and finishes, retaining its mid-century essence. Ensuring it's originality, with the soul of the home thoughtfully preserved.
• North-facing 440m² block with a rare almost 16m frontage and one of the largest street setbacks in Mermaid Beach.
• DA-potential site* for astute developers seeking a rare beachside opportunity (subject to council approval).
• Tiled swimming pool set within a grassed backyard, surrounded by established natives and banana palms, with secure gated access from the alfresco deck.
• Three bedrooms with built-in wardrobes (including an original dresser in one), ceiling fans, eclectic pendant lighting, and sheer and blackout curtains.
• Two bathrooms-one upstairs with a bath and one downstairs.
• Open-plan living and dining area with cool breezeways and plentiful glazing.
• Separate ground-floor living space with a bathroom, ideal as a kids' or teen retreat, guest suite, or work-from-home office.
• High raked ceilings in the entrance with sheer curtains, lending itself to a gallery-style space perfect for art collectors.
• Original terrazzo and timber flooring throughout the home and outdoor spaces.
• Reverse-cycle air-conditioning in two bedrooms and living area and downstairs living area.
• Galley-style kitchen with unique stainless steel bench tops, Ariston appliances, a walk-in pantry, and breakfast bar window seating.
• Double car garage with an extended driveway, accommodating additional off-street parking.
• Large storeroom off the garage.
• Ground-floor laundry connecting to the garage space.
• Gatehouse and electric front gate; fully fenced and private.
• Low-maintenance gardens in both front and back yards-ideal for families with plenty of space to play and relax.
• Established trees add a sense of tranquility and privacy.
• Original design features including terrazzo tiling, timber accents, stonework, tumbled bricks, VJ panelling & built-in wardrobes, curved entrance staircases, and wrought-iron feature balustrades.
LOCATION:
• Beachfront and lifeguard tower (24) - 180m
• Woolworths Mermaid Plaza & convenience stores - 650m
• Nobby's Beach restaurants + The Oxley dining and shopping precinct - 900m
• The Glenelg, Etsu Izakaya, Bonita Bonita & other popular restaurants - 1.4km
• Miami State High School - 1.4km
• Broadbeach State School - 2.1km
• Miami State School - 2.2km
• The Star Gold Coast Casino - 2.8km
• Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre - 2.9km
• Pacific Fair Shopping Centre - 3km
Property Specifics:
• Council Rates: $2,690.17* per half year
• Water Rates: $310.67* per quarter
• Rental Appraisal: Estimated rental income of $1,500 - $1,600* per week
*Approx
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