Lanai Riverside Apartments: Prestigious Mackay living with a view

Set in Mackay CBD’s Bluewater precinct, this stylish corner apartment with wraparound balconies exudes an enviable lifestyle and convenient living.

Lanai Riverside Apartments combine all the luxurious features of living in a hotel with the convenience of having your feet firmly planted in the city, and here is an opportunity to own the complex’s largest apartment.

Set in Mackay CBD’s attractive Bluewater precinct, the fully furnished corner apartment catches views of the Pioneer River and across the city.

With wraparound balconies, the stylish residence offers outdoor dining and entertainment space to complement the beautifully finished open-plan living space.

The streamlined kitchen features quality fixtures, including the warm tones of a creamy stone breakfast bar, and wooden cupboards, trims, and dishwasher front, meeting the cool of stainless steel in the European built-in oven and glass cooktop, double sink and fridge. Storage is ample, including pantry, overhead and under-bench spaces.

The apartment has been recently refurbished with fresh paint, skirting boards and new floating floorboards.

The effect is fresh, warm, and inviting.

Bedrooms are separated from central living spaces by a hallway, and the master bedroom truly delivers comfort and space, including an ensuite and walk-in robe.

The apartment occupies the southeastern corner of the building; throw open the sliding balcony doors to enjoy cool tropical breezes.

The ensuite has louvred bi-fold reveals beside the spa bath, inviting you to sit back, relax and enjoy the 120-degree views while bubbles melt your cares away.

Ease-of-living features include a self-contained laundry with new dryer, linen service options, and waste chutes.

Owner Kerry Molineux said she bought the apartment six years ago, shortly after arriving in Mackay.

Owner Kerry Molineux said she bought the apartment six years ago, shortly after arriving in Mackay.

“It offers great accessibility and a good location,” she said.

“It’s a nice-looking property; (it’s) quite stunning when you drive past that big white building.”

Bedrooms are separated from central living spaces by a hallway, and the master bedroom truly delivers comfort and space, including an ensuite and walk-in robe.

The investment has more than met Ms Molineux’s expectations, and has been continuously occupied by several good, long-term tenants. It is currently tenanted until February 2022, returning $740 per week in rent.

The complex offers comfortable and luxurious outdoor living.

Ms Molineux said Lanai attracted her as an investor buyer, because it offered sought-after features such as a gym and sauna, a pool, outdoor entertainment areas and a barbecue.

“It’s those facilities where you can invite people over and have a barbecue in a beautiful setting, and you are right in the centre of the city,” she said.

“Everything is on tap.”

The apartment has been continuously occupied by several good, long-term tenants.

It is a short stroll to restaurants, shopping, and the beautiful Bluewater Trail and Lagoon.

For inner-city professionals, the commute is reduced to a quick walk or ride.

Selling agent and Baileux director, who is also the owner’s son, Ben Molineux said the property was well-positioned for professionals looking for city living.

“It is one of Mackay’s premier apartment blocks,” he said.

“The tenants we have are fantastic, but it’s a great investment for an investor or a great place for an owner-occupier to live. Just all-round, (it’s) a great property.”