Great Ocean Road Real Estate Marathon Course Record Smashed.

Kenyan James Kipkelwon smashed the course record in winning the seventh Great Ocean Road Real Estate International Marathon from Lorne to Apollo Bay last Sunday.

Kipkelwon, 32, clocked 2hours 27mins 42secs on the 45.2km twisting, hilly trek to break Mark Tucker’s 2010 milestone by more than two minutes.

Kenyans snared the first three placings after setting a cracking early pace in overcast, near-perfect marathon-running conditions.

Best-placed Australian in the Great Ocean Road Real Estate-sponsored event was Melbourne’s Magnus Michelsson who battled into fourth place in 2:40:06 after suffering a hamstring strain at the half-way mark.

Geelong’s Natalie Mensch, wife of former Geelong footballer David Mensch, won the women’s section in 3:20:17.

The event attracted more than 3,500 contestants from 15 countries.

Open houses this weekend

Saturday 21st May
11:00am – 12:00pm 3-15/105 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea
11:00am – 12:00pm 5/105 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea
1:00pm – 1:30pm 1 Parkside Crescent, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 24 Ballyliffen Crescent, Torquay
2:00pm – 2:30pm 17 Miranda Close, Torquay
3:00pm – 3:30pm 11 Nautical Rise, Torquay

Sunday 22nd May
11:00am – 11:30am 22, 24 & 26 Bayview Terrace, Torquay
12:00pm – 12:30pm 3/13 Darian Road, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 63 Central Avenue, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 2 Ocean Outlook, Torquay
2:00pm – 2:30pm 243 Messmate Road, Torquay
3:00pm – 3:30pm 5 Pride Street, Torquay

See you in Our Backyard.

Geoff Bennett Torquay Real Estate Agent

The Great Ocean Road Real Estate Marathon is taking place this weekend and this spectacular event is the only opportunity to run on the world famous Great Ocean Road without any traffic. With five events happening over Saturday and Sunday, we are proud to be sponsoring such a fantastic event. For more info go to www.greatoceanroadmarathon.com.au

Open houses this weekend

Saturday 14th May
11:00am – 12:00pm 3-15/105 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea
11:00am – 12:00pm 5/105 Great Ocean Road, Anglesea
1:00pm – 1:30pm 1 Parkside Crescent, Torquay
2:00pm – 2:30pm 3/20-22 Surfcoast Highway, Torquay
3:00pm – 3:30pm 24 Ballyliffen Crescent, Torquay

Sunday 15th May
11:00am – 11:30am 22, 24 & 26 Bayview Terrace, Torquay
12:00pm – 12:30pm 12 Blackwattle Mews, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 63 Central Avenue, Torquay
2:00pm – 2:30pm 243 Messmate Road, Torquay

See you on our coast.

Geoff Bennett Torquay Real Estate Agent

Featured listing for 1 Parkside Crescent Torquay Real Estate

Old Torquay 5 Bedrooms, Fully Renovated with views

In an unbeatable ‘Old Torquay’ position we are proud to offer this completely renovated 5 bedroom plus study family home on a substantial allotment of approximately 780 sqm. In a quiet and convenient location, this home is opposite to and has a beautiful north aspect over the Deep Creek nature reserve. Complementing the bush views is a permanent ocean view that carries to the Mornington Peninsula on a clear day.
The home itself has been completely transformed from its early 70′s beach house origins to the spectacular modern family home it is today. The list of renovations is almost endless but includes being completely rewired, replumbed, all new plaster throughout (square set ceilings throughout) and every fixture and fitting has been replaced. This is virtually a brand new home!
The 5 bedrooms all have wool carpets and huge built in robes whilst the study is well fitted out. The master bedroom is very spacious and the adjoining ensuite features an in situ tiled double sized shower and separate WC.
The new modern kitchen is centrally located and adjoins the spacious meals area. A tri-fold servery window opens out onto the huge front north facing deck which is perfect for entertaining and taking in the ocean view. The family bathroom has an oversize shower as well as a large free standing bath. The two living areas are well separated and like most of the home they feature original polished timber floors.
Additional features include ducted gas heating, ducted vacuum system, split system air conditioner, a double garage with remote control door and the whole package is complemented by beautiful low maintenance established native gardens and landscaping.
Our vendors have a once in a lifetime trip planned so this sensational home is for genuine sale now or by Auction on Saturday 11th June, 2011 at 11.00am.
Contact the sole agents Torquay Real Estate for inspection times or to book a private viewing.