The penthouse has long been regarded as the ‘jewel in the crown’ of any new residential apartment project – typically larger in scale, occupying the highest vantage point, and finished to a superior specification.

As apartment living has evolved over the past five years, so too has the standard of penthouse living on the Gold Coast, where the features and inclusions in these houses in the sky have reached a whole new level.

Launched to the market this week, the phenomenal penthouse at Sur Kirra Beach is a case in point. This brand-new sky home spans 549m² – more than twice the size of an average Australian home – across two levels, with panoramic vistas spanning South Stradbroke Island to Rainbow Bay.

Marketed by Jamie Harrison and Michael Kollosche ahead of a 5 September auction, the newly completed residence is meticulously designed and rich in luxury detail.

The lower level is devoted to everyday living, including expansive living spaces, a state-of-the-art Miele kitchen with a spacious butler’s pantry, and a beachfront master suite. Upstairs, the focus shifts to entertaining with a private heated pool, a second full kitchen and bar, a recreation room, and an alfresco BBQ kitchen.

“The penthouse at Sur captures 30 metres of prime north-facing beach frontage,” says Jamie. “There’s literally a view from every room, and those views are permanently protected. There is nothing else like it in terms of location, design and finish.”

Premium finishes including custom marble mosaic tiles, bespoke lighting choices and curved design elements are impressive, but it’s the functional details that buyers will secretly love – a supersized laundry and mudroom makes sorting and folding laundry a breeze while a private lift lobby that allows external access to utilities ensures total privacy and security.

Troy Dowker and James Roberts are marketing the last remaining opportunity to secure a brand new beachfront penthouse inside ‘Si’, fronting the sand and surf on Golden Four Drive in Bilinga. Listed for offers over $6,950,000, this two-level penthouse spans 459m² with four ensuite bedrooms plus a private rooftop retreat with swimming pool, lounge and dining area, multiple living and entertaining spaces. Coveted views take in the coastline from Rainbow Bay to Surfers Paradise.

Back in June, the neighbouring two-level penthouse sold prior to auction. During the 23 days it was for sale, the property attracted 46 enquiries, 142,772 online views and 22 inspections.

Further north along the Coast, Paul Harrison and Gareth Denning are marketing the impeccable two-level penthouse atop ‘Pacific Plaza’ in Surfers Paradise ahead of a 22 August auction.

Capturing uninterrupted, never-to-be-built-out views that sweep across the ocean and down the coastline to Coolangatta, a 243m2 floorplan features multiple balconies, two generous bedrooms, plus access to a heated pool, spa, sauna and gym onsite.

Further up the coast, buyer appetite has been strong for full floor apartment living.

In the past three weeks, agents Rob Lamb and Michael Kollosche have welcomed three new owners to the newly-completed Dune beachfront tower on Main Beach Parade, Main Beach:

• Residence 401/3513 (Level 4, 3 bed + MPR, 3 bath, 3 car) sold at auction on Thursday for $7,100,000 to a local buyer upgrading to the beachfront.
• Residence 1101/3513 (Level 11, 3 bed + MPR, 3 bath, 3 car) sold on 4 July for $7,554,000 to buyers from Airlie Beach.
• Residence 601 (Level 6, 3 bed + MPR, 4 bath, 2 car) sold on 23 July for $7,000,000 to Hope Island buyers looking for a beachfront weekender.

“The apartment market has been really positive,” says Rob. “The Main Beach beachfront market is very tightly held and because new developments are selling in record time off the plan, something that is finished – such as Dune – is pretty compelling. These prices are highly competitive given Dune’s exclusivity, with only 12 apartments in total.”

Team Lamb is now marketing the final two opportunities to call Dune home – Residence 301 (3 bed, 3 bath, 3 car plus storage cage) and Residence 201 (3 bed, 3 bath, 2 car plus large storage cage). Both have a multi-purpose room which could be used as a fourth bedroom.

Whether you’re in the market for an apartment, or looking for a premium price on yours, the Kollosche team is here to help. Our agents specialise in all areas of the Gold Coast and have extensive experience in the apartment sector. Call 1300 576 000 or visit us online to connect with an agent.