Secluded inner-city riverfront retreat

ON the edge of Brisbane’s CBD is this rare double block riverfront property, comprised of 2,300sq m of flood-free land available for sale separately or as a whole.

The superb multi-level residence designed by architect Geoff Cook and built by John Speare is on 29 Borva St, Dutton Park, neighbouring a vacant 1169sq m site on 23 Borva St.

The allotments are accessible via a quiet cul-de-sac and share leafy views across the Brisbane River of the Eleanor Schonell Bridge toward University of Queensland.

An unassuming street facade hides a five-bedroom home which has been recognised for its Le Corbusier-inspired Cubism architecture.

It’s been the home of Karen Kemp-Triscott and her husband since they stumbled across the site while inspecting a property on a nearby street.After securing the home in 1999, the couple wanted to improve its connection with the river and riparian zone, so they embarked on a series of two major renovations and several minor updates.

One of the highlights of this great family entertainer is its privacy and seclusion only 3kms from the CBD.

There are open-plan lounges, formal and casual dining spaces, two offices, a media room and a whole floor master retreat with Japanese-inspired bathroom and rooftop access.Ray White New Farms’ Christine Rudolph is taking 23-29 Borva St, Dutton Park to auction at the Auction Under the Stars event on Tuesday, November 13.

“The incredible appeal of this home is that it’s flood-free, with wonderful views and there’s the bonus of securing vacant neighbouring land,” Ms Rudolph said.“It’s an incredible example of a clever renovation, where the owners have taken a basic house on the river and transformed it to take full advantage of creating a connection with the environment. The architecture and thought that has gone into this property is amazing and you really do feel like you’re on an inner-city forest estate.”