Ellie Carmichael and Reece Robson with their daughter Hazel. Picture: Supplied
NQ Cowboys hooker Reece Robson and partner Ellie Carmichael have listed their Townsville home for sale as they farewell sunny North Queensland for Roosters territory.
The young couple bought their property at 15 Halstead St, Gulliver, in September 2023 just before their daughter, Hazel, was born.
“We had been looking for quite a few months and the first time we went to see this one, we knew it was the one,” Miss Carmichael said.
“It just felt like home.
“I love that it’s an old Queenslander but inside it is done up and very modern.
“We wanted the yard and the pool, and the shed was a massive tick for Reece straight away.”
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The home at 15 Halstead St, Gulliver. Picture: Supplied
The character home has modern interiors. Picture: Supplied
Mr Robson said he and Miss Carmichael envisioned raising their family in the charming home.
“We were looking for a place with a bit of yard for kids to run around and grow into,” he said.
“But with football, nothing is guaranteed, so we didn’t grow into as much as we thought.”
The NSW State of Origin hooker admitted to being a fan of Queenslanders – the residential versions, at least – and was attracted to the character of the Gulliver property.
“I like the outdoor aspect as well, with the big backyard and porch,” he said.
“It suits that easy, relaxed Townsville living.
“It’s such an easy home to live in.”
Reece Robson is heading to the Sydney Roosters after six years with the NQ Cowboys. Picture: Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images
Reece Robson and Ellie Carmichael will soon be calling Sydney home after listing their Townvsille house for sale.
Set on 1181 sqm, the home has timber floors, casement windows and a big veranda.
There are four bedrooms, with a luxurious ensuite and walk-in robe to the main and an open plan living, dining and kitchen space with a walk-in pantry.
The fenced block also includes a big shed, an in-ground pool, carport, boat parking and plenty of lawn space.
Miss Carmichael said it was going to be emotional saying goodbye to the property where she and Mr Robson had made so many memories with their daughter.
“I couldn’t have picked a better home to start out family in,” she said.
“If I could take it to Sydney with us, I would.”
The home comes with a pool, shed and big deck. Picture: Supplied
The home has character features including timber floors and casement windows. Picture: Supplied
A true North Queenslander, Ms Carmichael said she would also miss the weather and lifestyle on offer in Townsville.
“I genuinely love it so much up here,” she said.
“And our house is in one of the best locations – it’s pretty much 10 to 15 minutes from anywhere.”
Mr Robson said he would also miss the “cruisy lifestyle” of Townsville.
“There’s no hustle and bustle, just the easy and relaxed way of living,” he said.
Mr Robson inked a four-year deal with the Sydney Roosters in 2024 and will join the club from next year.
The property will go to auction on Tuesday, October 7, at 6pm in rooms at Ray White Townsville and is being marketed by Dan Ryder of Ray White Townsville.
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