Set on the picturesque Main River surrounded by manicured gardens studded with established trees sits the timeless riverside estate that is 3 Kootingal Street, Ashmore. Located on more than an acre of prime Main River land in one of the best streets on the Gold Coast, this private, secluded 5,625m2 property oozes grandeur and class. Complete with an architecturally-designed double-storey, 1,112 m2 main residence, and a fully-contained two-bedroom 'fun house', this estate offers the luxury of space and privacy in an indulgent, peaceful, riverside setting. Crafted to inspire relaxation and connection, the property has been a holiday home to many high profile guests including the likes of Elon Musk, Jude Law and Baz Luhrmann. With its secluded location surrounded by natural beauty, this property is an inner city hideaway within a short drive to all the city has to offer. A meandering driveway lined with towering trees leads to the main residence, a timeless residence designed to perfection by South African architect, Ewald de Weerd of BDA Architecture. Drawing inspiration from post-war 1950s Australia, American Georgian architecture, New Zealand's Arrowtown, and Cape Cod, the five bedroom, three-bathroom home took a total of two years to build, 15 years ago, and has been meticulously cared for since. Designed with an open budget and an inspired brief, this property has been thoughtfully fashioned to invoke a warmth and depth found only within the walls of a treasured family home. Many of the home's natural materials are recycled, providing a worn, used appeal steeped in heritage that gives the home a heartbeat beyond its history. The beautiful solid timber floorboards, beams and joists are salvaged from a 100-year-old heritage building and contrast perfectly with the modern feel of bold Calacatta marble, and Tuscan tiles, along with natural stone, and rendered brickwork. At every turn there are carefully crafted spaces to explore, and nooks to relax in. The home features multiple living areas including a stunning formal living area with a vaulted ceiling, a three-tier crystal chandelier, and a 4.8 metre, two-way stone fireplace - the perfect place to cozy up in on a crisp winter's afternoon. If getting lost in a good book is on the agenda, the library is the ideal retreat, complete with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and a roller ladder. The master bedroom is as extravagant as it is romantic, featuring a spacious bathroom complete with a tub, a walk-in robe, and a stately sitting area featuring a bay window overlooking the rolling lawns and lush, manicured gardens. A balcony opens up to the sounds of the river below providing the perfect place to watch the sun setting beyond the hinterland. For occasions that call for entertaining, the property is well-equipped to handle a guest list ranging from a five to 500. Not only is the gourmet kitchen equipped with the very best appliances, it also has a scullery, a butler's pantry, and a subterranean wine cellar. Making the most of the idyllic location, the property opens up in an instant with expansive timber decks connecting the interiors to the sprawling outdoors including the 25m lap pool and the gardens beyond to the river's edge. There is another grand entertaining option with the poolside 'fun house' - which serves as a hub for alfresco entertaining. Complete with a deck, and close by the riverfront fire pit, this is the ideal place to entertain and create memories in the lap of luxury. There is also a separate guesthouse which has two bedrooms, a lounge room, a three-car garage and a workshop. This dwelling supports multigenerational family living and is perfect for comfortably housing extended family, guests, or staff to stay on-site. As one of only 12 waterfront homes on the exclusive stretch of the Nerang River this residence provides a chance to transcend the ordinary and embrace a cherished legacy. A piece of paradise awaits; a sanctuary where nature and heritage converge in perfect harmony. Property features: • Five-bedrooms including a master suite with 2 walk-in robes and a luxurious ensuite with a bath and adjoining balcony overlooking the hinterland. The four additional bedrooms have BIR or WIR and one with an ensuite. • Guest house with two-bedrooms • Formal living with vaulted ceiling, three-tier crystal chandelier and 4.8m two-way stone fireplace • Sunken formal dining features solid timber ceiling, Camino chandeliers and Tuscan tiles • Luxury kitchen with oversized Calacatta marble island bench, high-end appliances, adjoining scullery and butler's pantry • Present-wrapping room; downstairs powder room; oversized study nook off the kitchen • Cozy library with roller ladder and reading nook • Savant home automation with surround sound • 600-bottle subterranean temperature-controlled wine cellar • Pool house features large open space, bar, dishwasher and a powder room • Fully tiled 25m lap pool surrounded by travertine tiles • Spacious outdoor entertaining area with views and outdoor shower • Large lawn with waterfront fire pit and veggie garden • Italian-inspired courtyard with pond, flowers and wall-mounted copper carving • Exclusive inner city estate set on 5,625m2 of Main River land; second largest block on Kootingal Street • 29.6m/97.1ft of Main River frontage with a sandy beach and ski hut • Boat ramp, two jet-ski docks and 12m/39.4ft pontoon • Lowest bridge to The Broadbeach is 4.3m at highest astronomical tide