LIFESTYLE property Braeside, considered one of Queensland's premier lakefront properties at Lake Somerset, is on the market.
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Priscilla and Peter Macmillan own the property called Braeside on the Esk-Kilcoy Road at Hazeldean since the 1980s to rear cattle and sheep and run horses. They have made the reluctant decision to move on and downsize due to health reasons.
“We have owned the property for nearly 40 years through my family. My dad Alex Brown was mayor in this area for 10 years at Kilcoy Council,” Mrs Macmillian said.
“To have a home with spectacular water views from every room in the house has always been my dream.
"That is the truth, there isn’t one room in the house that doesn’t have a water view. I don’t have curtains in the house, except in the bedroom.
"There’s nothing in the lounge or the kitchen, so wherever you are you can see the lake.
"People say they have never seen a more spectacular view than what Braeside has got.
“My husband was a pilot so we’ve traveled a lot and every one of our friends comments on the view.
“One of the things I love is to come home and sit on my front verandah with Mt Beerwah in the background and Lake Somerset in the foreground and take in the beautiful surrounds and amazing bird life.
"The birdlife is amazing here, they come in their millions. I don’t think I’ll ever see such a sight wherever we go.
“Due to unforeseen circumstances surrounding my health I have now been forced to make this most difficult decision.
“We’ll likely move to the Sunshine Coast to an independent living unit where there’s no laws to mow or horses to feed. We’ve always holidayed there, I think that’d be somewhere I’d gravitate to.”
This elevated 202ha (acre) allotment offers breathtaking 180 degree views of Lake Somerset, this is an exceptional lifestyle opportunity that rarely becomes available.
With kilometres of lake frontage there are stunning views over Somerset Dam; renowned for water sports and fishing, with a public boat ramp less than 2km away.
The 202ha (499 acres) of leasehold country has been selectively cleared and was well fenced for cattle. It has quality infrastructure with sheds, paddocks, cattle yards, stables and a tack room.
Ray White Rural Queensland agent Jez McNamara said he was excited about the opportunity.
“A lot of people have the dream of owning a stunning rural lifestyle property, let alone one on Queensland’s renowned Somerset Dam,” Mr McNamara said.
“However rarely is it affordable for most families but due to the leasehold the property could very well sell for half of what a property of this quality and location would normally achieve.
“This property has the potential to fulfill a lucky buyers dream at a fraction of the cost.”
The homestead is a perfect mix of modern amenities and old world charm, with air-conditioning, multiple fireplaces, a pizza oven and timber flooring.
Separate independent living quarters was ideal for a caretaker or visiting friends and family is also located near to the main house but still offers complete privacy.
“Braeside presents an outstanding opportunity to secure a premier property without the price tag.”
Braeside will be auctioned By Ray White Rural in Brisbane on May 19.
Contact Jez McNamara, 0427 270 280, or Andrew Goodall, 0412 093 551, Ray White Rural.
