Seclusion, right in the middle of town. You’d be forgiven for thinking no such holiday home could ever exist, but you’d be wrong. Nestled privately behind the sand dunes at Agnes Water are two luxury beach houses so idyllic you’ll never want to leave.
Shutters On The Beach is set over four acres on Queensland’s most northern surf beach. Despite having the feel of a remote tropical hideaway, you won’t be needing a car to get around during your stay. Situated right in the heart of the Agnes Water township, Shutters is only a short stroll along the sand from eateries and shops.
Photographs of this stunning property do not do it justice. The view from your private balcony includes a glistening swimming pool, sprawling lush lawns, beautiful gardens, gum and sheoak-laden sand dunes and the seemingly never-ending expanse of the southern Pacific Ocean. Depending on the time of year, you may even spot some migrating humpback whales or a nesting sea turtle.
Shutters exudes style but with the simplicity and unpretentiousness of a fibro shack. With its open air design, high ceilings, expansive decks, exposed eaves, steel portal frame, compressed cement sheeting and marine ply cladding, Shutters emulates the work of famous Queensland architect John Mainwaring.
Designed to withstand the coastal elements while being sensitive to its natural surrounds, Shutters was built in 2002 by a Melbourne couple who wanted a sea change. Combining their past experience in construction, tourism and restaurants, they’ve created the complete package, where no detail at the property has been overlooked, including a well-equipped kitchen.
Each with four bedrooms, the two adjoining buildings can host couples, families or a group of friends. Rent one beach house or both. Fall asleep to the sound of waves and wake to see the sunrise over the ocean. Shutters On The Beach is a holiday home unlike any other, where you can bring your loved ones together for a break they’ll never forget.