Imagine being surrounded by a spectacular rainforest setting only 19.4 kms to the Brisbane CBD. This much-loved architecturally designed home was built in 1996 and has many historical features which add to its character. The architect was Ralph Bailey (Guymer/Bailey Architects Brisbane) Entering through the large main foyer, you will be immediately impressed with the high ceilings, a mixture of wide Hoop-Pine floor boards, quality Blackbutt laminate flooring and ornate skirtings & cornices. You will be drawn into the huge sunken lounge and formal dining area with its 3.3 m. high ceiling, historic fireplace, a set of French doors and 5.2 meter wide bi-fold doors, which allow the natural light to filter in. This area leads out to an enchanting elevated timber deck. The dry creek bed, way below, where the owner's grandchildren love to explore, magically transforms into a babbling brook, in times of above-average rainfall, and creates the feeling of actually living in a rainforest! The large open plan kitchen/meals area has an abundance of cupboard space, beautifully crafted natural Sandstone bench tops, 5 burner gas cook top, electric oven & dishwasher all looking out onto an amazing fire pit and landscaped entertaining area. Meandering down the hallway, you have a study/nursery with built-in cupboard, 2 bedrooms presently converted into 1 large bedroom, a main bathroom with a claw foot bath and large separate shower. There is a relaxed sitting/living area, which can be closed off to the formal area, plus a master bedroom with a private rainforest outlook, walk-in robe and a modern ensuite. The upper loft level has raked ceilings and another 2 bedrooms, a second study area, as well as another sitting room. The perfect teenage retreat! This unique property is extremely versatile; for families -close to schools and all conveniences - or a couple who just want to enjoy the sounds of the birds and be at one with nature. This amazing property is being sold for the very first time and is a chance to invest in your family's future. A unique opportunity, not to be missed. History of Bunya: Bunya Downs was originally "The old Collin's Farm." The suburb was subdivided in the mid-1980s. History of 41 Carson Drive, Bunya: - Land was purchased in 1987 and the house built in 1995/96. - House is constructed of core filled block & timber with a Tuscan-like rendered finish. - Gable and bargeboard at main entry was sourced from the (Former) Nundah Lutheran Church, which was built mid-1800s. - Victorian leadlight entry door and side lights were sourced by owners and originally from a house in Sydney. - The tall post supporting the roof at the end of the house outside kitchen was milled on site from an Ironbark Gumtree that originally stood in the front yard of the block. - Pine fretwork in entry was constructed by the builder on site. - Colonial arched pine French doors in hallway sourced by owners. - Cast iron and tile fireplace in formal living room was bought from an antique dealer in Ipswich and the Australian Red Cedar surround was sourced by owners on a road trip to Goomeri. - Australian Red Cedar carved post Newel at bottom of stairs came from an old bank in Rockhampton (sourced by owners). - Victorian (outside) brass wall light fittings sourced by owners. - Undercover space for 4 cars. - Large charming old barn style shed, which could be renovated for use as separate entertaining area/ guest quarters. - Stunning sub-tropical gardens with many extremely rare and unique species, sourced over many years. Professionally-constructed, low maintenance landscaping, with irrigation systems in place. - 1.7 Town & tank water acres with approx. 29,000 litres of rainwater storage. - Instantaneous gas hot water system (installed 18 months ago). - 3 toilets in total. - Bio Cycle waste water system with the original company still servicing it quarterly. - Close to transport, schools, shops & all conveniences. - Children's Park close by, where Bunya residents gather each Christmas to celebrate as a community. Important distances: - A school bus travels through Bunya twice each morning and afternoon from the front driveway to Ferny Grove Train Station for high school students. - Patricks Road State School- 4.4 km - Ferny Grove State School- 6.6 km - Ferny Grove State High School- 5.8 km - Ferny Hills State School- 5.2 km - St Andrews Catholic Primary School- 6.8 km - Pine Community School- 5.0 km - Arana Plaza - 6.3 km - Samford Village- 10 km - Grocery Store- 2.6 km The original owners have enjoyed raising their family here and know whoever purchases this property will create memories for life! Call the Ray White Team for a private inspection.