	{"id":191474,"date":"2026-07-11T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/surfcoasttimes\/?p=191474"},"modified":"2026-07-08T22:00:57","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T12:00:57","slug":"luxury-lifestyle-living-86-coombes-road-torquay-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/surfcoasttimes\/real-estate\/luxury-lifestyle-living-86-coombes-road-torquay-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Luxury lifestyle living: 86 Coombes Road, Torquay"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>THIS stunning Malishev-built four-bed, four-bath and unlimited car parking space home is on a large one-acre lot at 86 Coombes Road, Torquay.<\/p>\n<p>It boasts an impressive layout with loads of natural light, open spaces and private bedroom wings at each end with a large central family living, dining and kitchen area.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30038 \" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/image1_83034.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>With the addition of a large shed and ample lock-up parking for trailers, a caravan or boat, this property is a must-see.<\/p>\n<p>Set over 33 squares, the high raked ceiling to the main living area ensures the winter sun filters through the windows and provides all-year-round natural light.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30038 \" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/image2_83147.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>With outdoor entertainment zones on either side of the central living area, you will be able to take advantage of opening the large sliding doors onto the north-facing deck and tiled courtyard for entertaining friends and family.<\/p>\n<p>The open-plan kitchen includes a generous walk-in pantry, large island bench and separate breakfast bar and cooking and preparation area.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30038 \" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/image3_83071.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Quality double Siemens ovens and gas cooktop and an oversized double fridge space ensure entertaining is a breeze.<\/p>\n<p>With four large bedrooms \u2013 three with their own en suites \u2013 and a fourth guest room and fourth bathroom, the whole family has their own private space.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30038 \" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/image4_83124.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The master bedroom has a large en suite with a beautiful freestanding bathtub next to doors opening onto a small Balinese-inspired bamboo courtyard.<\/p>\n<p>All bedrooms include Japanese Haiku timber fans and the two north-facing bedrooms have individual split-system heating and cooling units.<\/p>\n<p>Outside, enjoy both a north-facing entertainment area with a wraparound deck and slate tiles, opening onto a grass area for the kids to play footy or soccer.<\/p>\n<p>The south-facing landscaped area is perfect for sitting around the fire pit in the cooler months.<\/p>\n<p>Key features:<\/p>\n<p>Separate study<\/p>\n<p>Tasmanian Ash timber floors<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30038 \" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/image_83057.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Gas hydronic wall-mounted heating units throughout the house<\/p>\n<p>Jindara wood fireplace in main living area<\/p>\n<p>Siemens ovens located at waist height integrated into the cabinets<\/p>\n<p>Large 9m x 15m lock-up shed with concrete slab floor<\/p>\n<p>Kids&#8217; built-in wooden skate ramp inside shed (which can be left as a chattel or removed)<\/p>\n<p>50,000-litre water storage tank<\/p>\n<p>The property has been brought to market by Belle Property.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, contact David Sprague on 0434 314 936.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>THIS stunning Malishev-built four-bed, four-bath and unlimited car parking space home is on a large one-acre lot at 86 Coombes Road, Torquay. 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