Mega mansion with odes to Hollywood hits the market
A mansion on the top of a mountain with “million-dollar views” of Queensland’s Sunshine Coast Hinterland has hit the market - but its unique interior could be its biggest drawcard.
Not only does it come with seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms, it also boasts its own medieval throne room, a Wild West-style saloon bar, and a Hollywood-style theatrette.
Ray White Beerwah agent Alex Garden said the property, known as Chateau Cedarton, was built by a concreter who wanted his own mega mansion.
“It is really unique,” Mr Garden told realestate.com.au. “In its heyday, it would have been a really cool venue.”
The medieval throne room, styled with stone tiles to create a classic castle look, is complete with two full-sized replica knights and leads into the 25-metre-long red-carpeted theatrette, decorated with Hollywood-style movie posters.
The Wild West-style saloon room features timber panelling, appropriately-themed wall art and a cellar.
Other internal features include a sauna and spa, as well as a formal reception area, statement kitchen, formal dining room, space for 10 cars, a pool/rumpus room, and a commercial kitchen and laundry.
Outside, the 16.19-hectare block boasts just as many interesting features, such as Roman columns, a pool with its own public bathroom, and replicas of European fountains.
There is also a wraparound verandah, a resort-style pool, a gazebo, fruit trees, three dams, and a workers cottage.
According to the listing, the home has complete privacy despite being surrounded by large acreage homes and “hosts scenic breathtaking million-dollar views”.
After spending a weekend at the home more than a decade ago, owners Victor and Lana, who have asked for their surname not to be published, said they fell in love with the property.
But, their plans for transforming the home were put on hold after Victor suffered an accident which saw him undergo extensive rehabilitation two months after they moved in.
“We had huge plans for it and we did open it as a function centre, restaurant and accommodation for a while, we also had visits from the elderly, from retirement villages and children with disabilities,” Lana said.
“And our direction changed towards that, towards helping people who needed some peace and tranquillity.”
With COVID-19 lockdowns keeping them away from half of their family in Victoria, the couple then decided it was time to sell - giving them the opportunity to move south and start their new business venture.
They have freshened up the home ahead of the sale, softening some of the Tuscan palette to create a more neutral vibe.
But, they have left its unique rooms untouched.
“That’s what makes it so unique,” Lana said.
They hope that the next owner has their own vision for the property, as Lana says the estate has “so much potential”.
“It needs someone with some big plans and the ability to make them happen.
“The views, the privacy, the grounds, the possibilities are endless.”
Images: Ray White