Luxury Bundaberg, Bargara homes and who owns them
From Bargara‘s famous Glass House to towering penthouse units, these are some of Bundaberg’s most luxurious pads, who owns them and what they paid.
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With low vacancy rates across the Bundaberg region, most properties that make their way on to the market are considered “hot property”.
But around Bundaberg, there are some luxury homes at exclusive addresses that are selling for millions of dollars.
From the beach to riverside pads - here are some of Bundaberg’s hidden and not so hidden luxury homes.
BARGARA
51 Woongarra Scenic Drive aka The Glass House
Bargara’s famous Glass House was snapped up by Bundaberg-born billionaire, and the owner of Greensill Capital, Lex Greensill for a staggering $4.12 million in 2019.
Exclusively attached to Kelly’s Beach, the Glass House is 2239sq m in size, with each of its three floors accessible by an Italian glass domus lift.
Each bedroom has its own ensuite, with the master suite taking out the entire third floor of the home.
Set up for some serious entertaining, it features a heated pool and spa, woodfire pizza oven, a pool shower and a powder room.
It’s also got gadgets and gizmos aplenty with inbuilt speakers, camera intercom security and two wine fridges.
The property was described as “breathtaking” by Australian Master Builders.
133 Woongarra Scenic Drive
Just down the road from The Glass House is another property that was snapped up by someone with connections to the Greensill family.
Greensill Farming CEO Damien Botha purchased the beachfront home in February 2020 for $1.6 million.
The house is 474.9sq m in size and features four bedrooms and three bathrooms.
Outside there is a 12.5m magnesium lap pool.
Towards the back of the yard there is also a concrete fire pit and seating which overlooks the ocean and offers prime position for watching the stunning Bargara sunrises and sunsets.
The home also features a WiFi controlled irrigation system which can be controlled anywhere via a mobile phone and a four bay garage.
2/45 Woongarra Scenic Drive
Luxury by the beach and neighbouring Bargara’s Glass House, number 2/45 Woongarra St boasts 180 degree views of the coastal town.
The property is 745sq m in size and owned by Alan and Linda Miskin, who bought it for $1.2 million in June 2016.
The house has four floors with a marble bathroom and marble flooring through the kitchen, living and dining area.
It also has a marble staircase at the entry.
With a number of bedrooms and living areas, some of the property’s most impressive features include a rooftop terrace/penthouse level that has a spa and rooftop alfresco dining area with a barbecue and teppanyaki bar.
In the basement there are two ample storage rooms with parking spaces for five or six vehicles.
As well as a pool outside and courtyard, the property has a large community room which, at the time of its last sale, had three king sized bunk beds and has its own ensuite.
52 Miller St
Another part of Bargara which is hot property is the stretch along Miller St.
In June, Miller St saw its second highest property sale after local avocado growers Lachlan and Annaleise Donovan, of Donovan Family Investments, bought the house at number 52 for $3.8 million.
Located on what has been dubbed the Golden Mile of real estate in Bargara, the property has five bedrooms and lots of space for entertaining.
The home has a salt water pool, which is located in the middle for privacy and protection from the weather.
It also features a dark media room complete with projector screen, quality speakers and media equipment with two-way access cupboard to all the wiring.
There is also a large alfresco room adjoining the pool area and the beach side of the home, which can either be completely closed or open for all weather entertaining, and features in-built speakers for the perfect entertainment space.
It’s also complete with built-in kitchen and commercial rangehood, plus an extra toilet and powder vanity.
12 Atlantis Boulevard
It’s the home that brings the Hamptons to Bargara and it’s designed for relaxed living and entertaining.
This four bedroom home was snapped up by local orthopaedic surgeon Simon Donald in early 2020, for $1.35m.
The focus of the property’s lower level is open-plan living, with a kitchen of 30 cupboards and a 6m butler’s pantry with a sink and mini fridge.
The living spaces open out on to a limestone paved alfresco area and in-ground pool.
There’s also entertaining space inside with a large games and lounge room that has a built in bar.
BURNETT HEADS
240 Shelley Street
It’s a rural property but with prime access to the beach and big enough to land a helicopter.
After more than a year on the market, the property at 240 Shelley St in Burnett Heads sold for $2.5million, with Barbara Mallett listed as the owner.
The property’s main house has two bedrooms with a private living, office and ensuite space which overlooks the ocean.
It also features a secondary dining/outdoor entertaining area with a custom designed pool looking out to the ocean.
A fully renovated second residence situated adjacent to the main house includes two bedrooms, a gym or third bedroom, a kitchen, open living dining, bathroom with separate toilet, multipurpose living space, ceiling fans and a private garden and barbecue area.
The guest lodge has three separate garages, a tractor shed, ample workshop/storage areas plus an adjoining fully fenced paddock with rustic stable.
BRANYAN
478 Branyan Drive
Closer to town in Bundaberg, some properties feature their own pontoon and boat house.
A large property at 478 Branyan Drive recently sold for just under $1.5 million, with the owner listed as Josiah Manteit, a local doctor.
Featuring four bedrooms and three bathrooms, the riverside property is tucked off the road behind a secure electric gate.
The property is 5822sq m in size and has water views with plenty of vehicle accommodation.
The large entertaining area features two kitchens with an open area that is split into a prep area with its own sink, dishwasher and walk-in pantry/bar near the main kitchen.
There are a number of living areas throughout the site.
The property also has a living space (or additional double garage) which adjoins the triple garage, which is a completely separate and fully soundproof space with its own access.
470 Branyan Drive
Like its neighbour down the road, the property at number 470 also has its own pontoon, but there are other features that make it stand out.
The property was last sold for just under the $1million mark in 2016, with Brad Warburton listed as the owner.
The layout of this home captures the North East and is shaped like a boomerang to maximise the cooling breezes throughout the summer.
The house itself has four bedrooms and was first built in 1975.
As well as a pontoon, it has a tennis court as well as a granny flat with its own kitchenette and living space.
It’s also great for entertaining with large living spaces and a bar and wine cellar.
WOODGATE
24 Theodolite Creek Drive
A beachfront home and also a multi-award winner, this three storey house has views for miles.
Snapped up by Vernon and Julianne Wills for $1.5million in late 2014, this Woodgate pad has three levels and the pristine blue waters of K’Gari can be seen from the top.
With a full chef’s kitchen and ample space for living and dining, some of the home’s most luxurious features are on the outside.
At the back of the property is an elaborate timber deck which overlooks an infinity pool and the ocean.
The full length pool features a reticulating water feature and light with the ocean as the backdrop.
The house has polished timber floors throughout and lots of natural lighting.
3 Walkers Point Esplanade
Along the Esplanade in the sleepy beachside town of Woodgate you’ll find this towering beauty across from the beach.
It was purchased in November last year by Alan Mathieson and Gary Murray for $1.24m.
Expansive formal living rooms sweep out on to the waterfront balconies soaking up the stunning, wide ocean views.
The home was designed with having focus on providing comfortable living indoors and outdoors while maximising the ocean views from as many rooms as possible.
While comfortable, it’s also a prime entertainer with a solar-heated pool that has a water feature.
There’s also a master suite that includes a private ocean front balcony and cocktail bar.
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