In a stunning transformation, a home in Runaway Bay, now radiates an air of Sydney luxury, making it one of the latest real estate gems in this rapidly evolving neighbourhood on the Gold Coast. Bridgette Moss, the property owner, alongside her husband Rodney, purchased the residence on Pebble Beach Dr in March 2020, seeing beyond its initial state as ‘the worst house on a great street’.

“We were captivated by its originality, and the fact that we wouldn’t have to dismantle a previous renovation,” Mrs Moss recalled. “The house had a solid structure; it was merely worn-out and neglected.”

At the time of purchase, the property was outmoded but the Mosses saw beyond that. The expansive water frontage and the prime location in northern Gold Coast were an opportunity that they couldn’t resist. With Mr Moss’ experience as a high-end builder in Sydney’s sought-after Eastern Suburbs, they set out to transform the house into a modern, minimalist, resort-style dwelling.

“Runaway Bay is an incredible area,” Mrs Moss enthused. “We wanted to contribute to its growth with a top-notch renovation that would do justice to both the property and its location.” The couple resided in the house for a year before embarking on the year-long renovation process.

“We needed to experience living there to fully understand the property’s character,” Mrs Moss explained. “After that, we completely dismantled the entire place, overhauled it, and rebuilt it from scratch, adding new plumbing, a new pool, and completely new landscaping.”

The outcome is a magnificent, sleek home that embodies family living and location. Spread over two floors, the house boasts wraparound balconies offering 270-degree views and features five bedrooms, four bathrooms, a cutting-edge kitchen, a dedicated gym area, and open plan living and dining. The interior spaces flow seamlessly into the outdoors where a newly constructed magnesium pool is the centrepiece of a spacious alfresco entertaining area complete with an outdoor kitchen.

“The pool and sauna offer a wonderful retreat, and the firepit provides a magical spot to relax under the stars,” Mrs Moss said. “The kitchen is also a highlight, and I love spending time on the upstairs balcony, savouring the tranquillity, watching the boats pass by and listening to the birds.”

With a view of the canal and two boat pontoons, this home embodies the quintessential Gold Coast lifestyle. “You can jump on a jetski and be on the Broadwater in just seven minutes,” Mrs Moss added. “It’s also conveniently located near a sports centre, within walking distance to shops, and Harbour Town is just around the corner.”

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“People are starting to discover the beauty of Runaway Bay,” Mrs Moss said. “It’s a peaceful waterfront location with a strong sense of community.”

As for the reaction to the renovation, Mrs Moss said people have been captivated by its aesthetic. “It’s a truly enchanting home that feels like your own private resort. There’s nothing quite like it between here and Sovereign Island.

“Even while we were building it, we knew it would be too large for us and that it’s the kind of house that truly deserves a family.”

The property will go under the hammer on September 29 through Mitchell Booth of Amir Prestige.