News Corp Australia
First published 3 Jun 2025, 5:00am
2566 Cressbrook Drive, Hope Island is for sale via expressions of interest.
A Hope Island home has been given a makeover befitting its premium location, with over
$1.5 million invested in the property’s epic redesign.
Featuring four bedrooms, a cinema, putting green, outdoor kitchen, games room, sauna, and resort-style pool with spa, 2566 Cressbrook Drive overlooks a park in the exclusive Hope Island Resort estate.
The home from the street.
Soak up the pool.
The property’s current grandeur is a far cry from the dated rental that owners Fletcher and Hayley Sewell purchased in 2023. “It was quite rundown and had been on the market a long time, but from the moment we first saw it, we knew it had good bones,” Mr Sewell said.
Key to the home’s appeal was its two-level design, with the property built around a central swimming pool.
“Having the pool in the centre creates a sense of privacy,” Mr Sewell said. “And the house is located in a good area, so we felt there was very little risk of overcapitalising.”
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One of the living areas.
Mr and Mrs Sewell invested heavily in the home’s extensive 18-month makeover, gutting the property and sparing no expense on premium finishes.
“Everything is new – from the walls to the floors to the electrical and the bathrooms,” Mr Sewell said. “We wanted to renovate the house to a level where it was equal to and even better than a new build.”
The house has been completely transformed.
Completed only weeks ago, the residence has been renamed ‘Tropicana’ and offers a resort-like lifestyle that blends indoor and outdoor living.
On the lower level, an open plan lounge, dining and kitchen area connects with an expansive fully appointed outdoor kitchen boasting an in-built beer tap, sink, barbecue, and pizza oven.
The ground floor also features a home cinema, games room, sauna, and two-car garage with additional space for a golf buggy.
The kitchen.
Upstairs, are three bedrooms in addition to a master suite that rivals a luxury hotel room and has its own private balcony.
“People walk in and often say it’s a dream home where everything is designed to feel like a luxury resort,” Mr Sewell said.
“There’s a great mix of indoor and outdoor space, and when you turn the music on and have the waterfall running, it feels like an up-market beach club.”
The outdoor entertaining area.
The renovation also saw the garden landscaped to include a fire pit and golf putting green, while over 1000 plants have been added to amplify the tropical feel and create a further sense of privacy.
“You could spend weeks here and never get bored,” Mr Sewell said.
“There are lots of different spaces to enjoy and it’s just so private.”
Relax poolside.
The property’s ultra-luxe vibe is complemented by high end technology including automated lighting, blinds, temperature control, and security.
“We’ve cut no corners in what has been a very fulfilling and thoughtful, design-driven renovation,” Mr Sewell said.
“And we will repeat the process elsewhere.
“It’s been incredibly rewarding and satisfying to see this come to completion.”
Tropicana is located within easy reach of Sanctuary Cove, Hope Island Marina, and world-class golf courses.
The property is listed with Alex Phillis of Phillis Real estate.
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