12 Lewisham Court, Birkdale, Qld 4159 - More Details
For Sale
The St James Park Estate is an exclusive, low-density residential enclave in Birkdale, located on the beautiful Redlands Coast. Known for large acreage-style properties, quiet cul-de-sacs, and a green, leafy setting.
A truly rare offering within Birkdale's prestigious and tightly held St James Park Estate, 12 Lewisham Court is an exceptional European-inspired manor residence that combines timeless architectural elegance with the refined glamour of a private Hollywood Hamptons sanctuary.
Set privately on an expansive 2,006sqm half-acre parcel, this architect-designed estate is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens, established native greenery and mature trees, creating an extraordinary sense of space, privacy and tranquillity.
From the enchanting façade and welcoming front verandah to the sophisticated interiors and resort-style grounds, every element has been thoughtfully considered to create a residence of exceptional character, warmth and distinction.
The Main Residence
The grand dual-level main residence showcases beautiful proportions, dramatic cathedral ceilings and an elegant combination of parquet and polished flooring.
Heritage details and refined finishes include antique chandeliers, French doors, bespoke high-end built-in joinery and a romantic open fireplace.
A remarkable historic stained-glass window provides a unique centrepiece to the family room. Originally salvaged from a Brisbane landmark, this beautiful piece of history has been thoughtfully incorporated into the home.
The interconnected living and dining areas create an elegant environment for both intimate evenings and larger gatherings, while the formal family room features full-height library shelving and opens via French doors to the front verandah.
At the heart of the home, the designer kitchen combines sophistication and functionality, featuring:
- Premium Gaggenau appliances
- Generous breakfast bar
- Checkerboard-tiled flooring
- Extensive cabinetry and storage
- Dedicated butler's pantry
Accommodation within the main residence comprises four generously proportioned bedrooms, including an exceptional master suite with an oversized walk-in robe and luxurious ensuite.
The remaining bedrooms are serviced by a beautifully appointed main bathroom featuring an elegant clawfoot bath, while a separate powder room adds further convenience.
Air-conditioning, downlights and extensive storage complete the interior offering.
The Separate Cottage
Adding an exceptional dimension of flexibility, the property includes a completely separate two-level cottage.
The cottage provides:
- Two bedrooms
- One bathroom
- Spacious living and dining area
- Full-width verandah
- Kitchenette
- Upstairs ensuited bedroom
- Built-in mirrored robe
Ideal for extended family, older generations, guests, teenagers, a private retreat, home office arrangements or potential investment/income use, the cottage provides genuine independence while remaining beautifully connected to the main estate.
Gardens & Entertaining
Outside, the property transforms into a truly private resort-style sanctuary.
The beautifully landscaped grounds incorporate a landscape-architect-designed seasonal garden, delivering colour, texture and natural beauty throughout the year.
Established native trees provide natural shade and privacy, surrounding a spectacular lagoon-style saltwater swimming pool that forms the centrepiece of the outdoor environment.
Further garden features include:
- Majestic fountain
- Beautifully structured parterre garden
- Magnificent secret garden
- Established lawns
- Mature native landscaping
- Fully fenced grounds
- Covered rear entertaining patio
The outdoor spaces are designed for effortless Queensland living β from family barbecues and alfresco lunches to summer entertaining, afternoon drinks and relaxed evenings beside the pool.
Shed, Garaging & Infrastructure
For car enthusiasts, collectors, creatives, tradespeople or those simply seeking exceptional storage, the enormous shed is an outstanding feature of the estate.
With hidden driveway access, extensive storage and workspace, it provides extraordinary flexibility for:
- Multiple vehicles
- Car collections
- Recreational equipment
- Workshop use
- Hobbies
- Artist's studio
- Home business
- Private retreat or man cave
The property also includes:
- Brand-new roof across all buildings
- Brand-new solar installation to the shed roof (Solar Capacity: 6.6kw)
- Two-car garage
- Additional vehicle accommodation
- Fully automated electric gates
- Automated carport and shed access
- Intercom
- Integrated security system
- Hotel-style safe
- Air-conditioning
- Extensive storage
- Brand-new battery-ready solar installation to the shed roof
- Lagoon-style saltwater pool
The Location
Privately positioned within a peaceful St James Park Estate cul-de-sac, the property enjoys an enviable balance of privacy and connectivity. A fabulous new playground and bushland walking track leading towards Tingalpa Creek are just moments away, providing an ideal setting for families and nature lovers.
Birkdale train station is conveniently accessible, offering an approximately 35-minute express train journey to Brisbane's CBD.
Queens Esplanade, waterfront parklands, local shops, cafΓ©s and dining options are all within easy reach, while the wider Redlands Coast and surrounding islands provide an abundance of recreational and lifestyle opportunities.
Families are also well positioned within the Birkdale State School and Wellington Point State School catchments, with Saint Mary MacKillop Primary School, Redlands College and Ormiston College nearby.
A Rare Estate of Timeless Luxury
Properties offering this combination of scale, architectural character, privacy, dual living, resort-style gardens and exceptional infrastructure are extraordinarily rare.
12 Lewisham Court is more than a prestige residence. It is a private estate where European manor-house elegance meets Hollywood Hamptons glamour, surrounded by beautiful gardens and designed for sophisticated family living, entertaining and multigenerational flexibility.
With its magnificent main residence, completely separate cottage, lagoon-style saltwater pool, landscaped gardens, extraordinary shed and enviable St James Park Estate position, this is a truly special property β a sanctuary to be enjoyed, shared and treasured for generations.
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- Type
- House
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Parkings
- 6
- Area
- 2,006 mΒ²
- House Size
- 244 mΒ²
