This property is a serene, history-rich estate with a blend of modern luxury and natural beauty, perfect for an extended family looking for privacy while enjoying the surrounding rainforest and wildlife. The connection to its past, from being a dairy farm to a tourist destination known for its tulips and Dutch culture, adds a charming layer of nostalgia. It offers the convenience of two residences, making it ideal for multi-generational living or hosting guests.According to the Gold Coast Libraries, the property was originally a dairy farm during the 1920's and the Turramurra Guesthouse in the 1940's, it was planted with tulips and daffodils in the 1960's and become known as Tulip Gardens. Thousands of tourists visited to enjoy the Dutch food in the cafe spruced by staff in traditional Dutch costumes. The property was later renamed The Sanctuary and become a health retreat and guesthouse.From the minute you drive through the historic gates of the former "Tulip Gardens" up the tree lined driveway to this secluded hideaway, this impressive residence, which has been lovingly restored, welcomes you. When you walk onto the oversized veranda through the french doors, the natural timbers and high ceilings with oversized windows invites you in. From the different rooms the outlook is the ultimate in luxury secluded accommodation. This four bedroom main residence provides a completely private master bedroom which opens up onto a veranda, making you feel part of nature and you cannot but unwind. The kitchen is beautifully appointed in hand crafted recycled hoop pine wood with Carrara Mable bench-tops while the imported French tap forms a unique feature on the huge island bench. The colourful lead-light window with a tulip design in the kitchen serves as a reminder of its historic past. The wood burning stove will provide the perfect family gathering point for cold winter evenings to connect in this open plan kitchen and informal diner which is large enough to host extended family and friends. The bi-folding doors extend the area as it opens up to the enclosed outdoor entertainment area.With lush gardens, verandas for outdoor entertainment, and modern amenities like a chef's kitchen, open fireplaces, combustion stove and even an outdoor cinema, it blends rustic charm with modern comfort. The second residence, a private granny flat, gives added flexibility for family or rental opportunities.The location is ideal for nature lovers, with its proximity to Springbrook National Park, walking tracks, waterfalls, and the conveniences of nearby towns and schools. The water resources (tanks, creek access, and bore) are an added bonus, ensuring self-sufficiency. Overall, it's a unique blend of history, luxury, and nature in a tranquil setting, surrounded by National Park.Outstanding Features: MAIN RESIDENCE: •Master retreat with its own bathroom, walk-in robe dressing area, wood combustion fire and split system air-con that walks out on private veranda•3 other good-sized bedrooms (second also with ensuite)•Study / family room / rumpus room •Living room with open fireplace•Open plan kitchen and dining area leading seamlessly out to the enclosed entertaining verandah with outdoor cinema facilities, perfect for your BBQ •Informal dining room with combustion heater •Chef's kitchen with an abundance of storage cupboards fashioned from hand-crafted recycled hoop pine, Carrara marble benchtops, gas Ilve 900mm stove with gas cooktop, Miele dishwasher, imported antique French kitchen tap •Family bathroom with a claw foot bath, shower and toilet •Separate powder room •Laundry with top loader washing machine and dryer •Double garage with huge under-house workshop, secure storage or additional parking GRANNY FLAT: •2 bedrooms •1 bathroom •Open plan living area and kitchen •Covered deck•Instant gas hot water •Own private, fenced yard •Own parking area EXTERNAL: •Enclosed vegetable garden •More than 80 fruit trees, all organic, (including lemon, lime grapefruit, pear, apple, lychee, feijoa, tamarillos, orange, mango, blueberries, blackberry, raspberries, figs, mulberries, dragonfruit, passion fruit • Ginger / turmeric/ rosemary/ mint/ rhubarb/ chillis •3 water tanks, approximately 34,000-litre tank and two 7,500 litres tanks •Easement to creek plus a bore = ample water •Large area around the house which is dog fenced •3 phase power•Approx 5Kw Solar inverter and 24 panels•1.3 Ha surrounded by National ParkAbundant walking tracks, waterfalls and national park access is all close-by as is the local state primary school and the bus service to a range of local Gold Coast state and private schools. 30 minutes by car is Mudgeeraba Village and Robina Town Centre shopping, railway, hospital and medical precinct; 45 minute drive to beaches and an hour to Gold Coast Airport. The M1 Motorway via Mudgeeraba and Nerang provides easy access to Brisbane and Brisbane Airport (approx. 90 minutes drive).As one of a handful of original buildings still left on Springbrook, do not miss out on this unique opportunity to own this exceptional hide away.
