Queenslander gets luxe makeover - two years in the making

A humble, unrenovated Queenslander that has been transformed into an impressive family entertainer in Brisbane's inner north has been listed for sale, less than two years after the stunning renovation was completed.

A collaboration between MP3 Design, Bretherton Builders and the current owners, the spectacular six-bedroom, five-bathroom home at 38 Bonney Avenue, Clayfield, took two years to build.

The owners bought the home in June 2021 for $2 million before undertaking the luxurious makeover.

"It was a lovely collaboration. They worked really closely to achieve this incredible outcome together," said listing agent Amanda Butler from Butler & Co Estate Agents.

Butler said the owners have been living in the home since it was completed in September 2023.

The resort-style Queenslander features a 17-metre magnesium pool with infinity edge and a pool house equipped with a commercial-style bar, perfect for a game of pool or for watching multiple sports at any one time on a big screen TV.

Other highlights include an acoustically advanced, gold class-style theatre and a temperature-controlled cellar, which seats 10 and accommodates 3,500 bottles, immaculately finished with specially designed French oak lighting and flooring.

However, Butler says the house's biggest drawcard is that despite its size, bespoke design and luxurious finishes, it still feels like a home.

"Whilst it is beautifully appointed, it still has this warmth and character. It feels like a home," she says.

"I also love that they have put most of the bedrooms upstairs and focussed on open living spaces downstairs to create this continuous flow out to the garden, so that you have this real indoors-outdoors living," Butler adds.

While the home is located just seven kilometres from Brisbane's CBD, Butler says once inside the gated entrance, which features striking timber, natural stone, and archways to mirror the home's interior, you could be a world away from a thriving capital city.

"It is so private and quiet inside that you're not even aware of what's happening outside. It's like you're inside your own haven and yet there is transport on your doorstep, and you can even walk into the city if you want," she says.

Butler says the current owners enjoyed the renovation project so much they plan to do it again.

"They created this beautiful family home and now their kids have grown up and left home.

"They loved the whole process and so they are now looking for their next opportunity," Butler says.

The home is open for private inspections and Butler & Co Estate Agents will host their first open for inspection on Saturday, July 5 from 4.30-5pm.