News Corp Australia
First published 14 Apr 2025, 5:00am
7 Cliff Way, Tamborine Mountain is on the market.
Breathtaking Gold Coast views and a generous income are just some of the drawcards of a newly renovated Tamborine Mountain hideaway that ranks as a guest favourite on Airbnb.
Listed for sale a little over a week ago, the three-storey home is already attracting attention courtesy of its hinterland position, panoramic views, and income earning credentials.
Inside the home.
The fireplace.
Stuart and Simone Harmer bought the hilltop home in 2023 after their own weekend getaway on the mountain.
“We’ve always loved Tamborine Mountain and on our way home, we thought we would go for a drive and see if there was anything available to buy,” Ms Harmer said.
“We drove down Cliff Way, saw the view and the for sale sign out the front of this property and thought it had great bones.”
The Harmers signed a contract that afternoon and within two weeks the home was theirs. “It was a quick decision, but it was such a good one,” Ms Harmer said.
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One of the bedrooms.
The property was purchased with the intention of transforming it into a short-stay haven in the hinterland, and once the deal was done the race was on to have it ready for its first winter season.
“It was a complete makeover including painting, tiling, new kitchen cabinetry and repainting the exterior,” Ms Harmer said.
“For six or seven weeks we had tradies everywhere. It was such a hive of activity.”
Cosy vibes.
The house stands out with it black facade.
The aim was to recreate the residence as a chic yet welcoming hilltop hideaway that maximised every centimetre of its view.
Outside, the property nestles into its rainforest backdrop courtesy of a dark exterior, while inside, the home is light, bright and airy, and boasts a raft of contemporary finishes including pendant lighting, new tiling, and cabinetry.
The front entrance.
Make a splash in the pool.
Encompassing four bedrooms and three bathrooms over three levels, the residence includes an open plan lounge, dining and kitchen area, a games room, study, extra living room with kitchenette, covered al fresco area, and a heated swimming pool.
But it’s the view that steals the show, taking in a panorama that spans the entire Gold Coast – from South Stradbroke in the north to Coolangatta and glimpses of Mt Warning in the south.
“You can see that view from almost every single room,” Ms Harmer said. “People who have stayed here said New Year’s Eve is epic and so is the air show. You can sit on the balcony and watch all the action unfold before you.”
One of the bedrooms.
That view and the property’s proximity to local walking trails, wineries and restaurants have all contributed to the home’s popularity as a short-stay retreat, with Ms Harmer noting it was rented most of the time. “We get a lot of mums’ and girls’ weekends away, along with things like baby showers, and we’ve also had companies use it for photo shoots,” she said.
“It’s been so successful as an Airbnb and it’s been wonderful seeing people enjoy it.”
Ms Harmer noted the new owners could continue using it as a short-stay investment or embrace the home as their own private retreat.
“It’s the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in a welcoming home where you feel like you’re on holiday every day or keep it as an investment as we have,” she said.
Zara Harmer of Ray White Shore Group is marketing the property at offers over $2.25m.
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