Greeting from Great Ocean Road Real Estate, Torquay.

Great coastal winter conditions prevailing here with some of the biggest waves of recent times rolling in across Torquay and Jan Juc – not for the faint hearted! The Spring Creek Valley, Torquay residential development situation continues with Planning Minister Matthew Guy, giving notice of his intention to intervene and re-zone some of the land to residential. Council will be reviewing the final Torquay / Jan Juc 2040 Sustainable Futures plan at its July meeting and it may appear that regardless of Councils view or decision there will be residential development on land 1km west of Duffields Road. The Minister has requested Council respond by August 4th and it will be interesting to learn of the outcome. We will keep you posted!

This week we have some lovely new Torquay real estate listings to present and eleven open home for inspections this weekend. Hope we see you around town!

Open houses this weekend

Saturday 9th July
11:00am –11:30am 35 Centreside Drive, Torquay
11:00am –11:30am 23 Offshore Drive, Torquay
12:00pm – 12:30pm 17 Miranda Close, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 1249 Horseshoe Bend Road, Torquay
2:00pm – 2:30pm 24 Ballyliffen Crescent, Torquay
3:00pm – 3:30pm 3/13 Darian Road, Torquay

Sunday 10th July
11:00am –11:30am 18 Rippleside Drive, Torquay
12:00pm – 12:30pm 5 Lorama Street, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 12 Blackwattle Mews, Torquay
2:00pm – 2:30pm 243 Messmate Road, Torquay

Look forward to seeing you on the Coast !!

Somewhere near Lorne July 2011

We are delighted to welcome Laura Andrews to our Torquay office as a member of the Residential Sales Team. Laura joins the team as a valued and experienced Sales Consultant with many recent real estate successes in Torquay, Jan Juc and the surrounding districts.

Laura is a highly motivated and educated individual; this is evident through her years of study, attaining a Bachelor of Business from the Australian Catholic University. Laura selected Human Resource Management as her major area of study, a field perfect for Real Estate and the many intricacies of the industry.

Laura has a passion for people and Real Estate and her degree and life experiences provide the foundation for her professional career in the real estate industry. With these attributes in mind, Laura is able to offer the highest level of service to you, in selling your home, land or investment property. Laura prides herself on her presentation, time management skills and people skills which are all crucial attributes in real estate sales and marketing campaigns.

Laura is driven to achieve a high level of success on a daily basis and prides herself on her professionalism whilst continually striving to grow and learn. Looking towards the future, you will soon see Laura undertaking Auctions within the Torquay and Jan Juc suburbs. Of Laura’s many goals, to become an accomplished auctioneer ranks highly, along with continuing to provide exemplary real estate services to existing and new clients.

Laura can be contacted 7 days a week at Great Ocean Road Real Estate, 114 Surf Coast Highway Torquay Ph 5261 5088 or mobile 0488 203 737 laura@greatoceanroadrealestate.com.au

Open houses this weekend

Saturday 9th July
11:00am –11:30am 35 Centreside Drive, Torquay
12:00pm – 12:30pm 48 Centreside Drive, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 1249 Horseshoe Bend Road, Torquay
2:00pm – 2:30pm 24 Ballyliffen Crescent, Torquay
3:00pm – 3:30pm 3/13 Darian Road, Torquay

Sunday 10th July
11:00am –11:30am 18 Rippleside Drive, Torquay
12:00pm – 12:30pm 5 Lorama Street, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 243 Messmate Road, Torquay

See you on the coast.

Geoff Bennett Torquay Real Estate Agent

Torquay Real Estate Open House Inspections June 25-26

Earlier this month, realestate.com.au released its inaugural Housing Affordability Sentiment Index (HASI)(1) report. The report found that many people are re-evaluating their lifestyles to achieve the great Australian dream of owning a property.

Whilst property seekers are feeling less optimistic about housing affordability, it’s Gen Y that is the most optimistic. A huge 94% said they were willing to give up luxuries in order to achieve their dream. Interestingly, 50% of Generation X, 52% of Baby Boomers and 56% of Seniors see the property market as less affordable.

As a result, people are being more frugal. Many aspiring homeowners are realistic about sacrificing shopping, holidays and cars to ensure they stay on track to get into the market. However private school education and healthcare are now classified as necessities.

To get into the property market, 82% said they could do without a pool, extra space or more bathrooms. However more than half weren’t prepared to live further than 10km from their dream location. Adding strength to the age old adage ….Location, Location!

Housing affordability is a topical and dynamic issue, and we at Great Ocean Road Real Estate Torquay continually monitor the market to ensure we understand how customers and clients are feeling and behaving currently – crucial to pricing, marketing and negotiations across the board.

Torquay Real Estate Open houses this weekend

Saturday 25th June
11:00am –11:30am 18 Rippleside Drive, Torquay
12:00pm – 12:30pm 24 Ballyliffen Crescent, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 243 Messmate Road, Torquay
2:00pm – 2:30pm 22 & 24 Bayview Terrace, Torquay

Sunday 26th June
12:00pm –12:30pm 3/13 Darian Road, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 17 Miranda Close, Torquay

Geoff Bennett                                  Michael Ferris

0458 513 860                                 0428 882 666

Torquay Real Estate Home for Sale

NORTH FACING ENTERTAINER

This fantastic 3 bedroom, plus study, 2 bathroom home is positioned perfectly to capture the gorgeous northern sun and located in the sought after Seahaze Estate, Torquay.
The flowing and open plan living, modern kitchen and dining spills onto a north facing outdoor area overlooking the rear yard so perfect to keep an eye on the kids playing.
Two living areas, alarm, ducted heating, 900mm stainless steel oven and range hood, ensuite off master bedroom are just a few of the quality fixture and fittings included.
Double lock up garage with rear access, side access to accommodate the trailer or caravan, rain water tank and low maintenance landscaped gardens will accommodate the whole family.
Within walking distance to the world class Sands Golf Course, Peppers Resort, great beaches and future plans will see the development of parklands so close you will call them your back yard.

Open house inspections this coming Queens Birthday Weekend in Torquay

Please see below for a variety of current house and land availabilities and remember these are just some from our extensive stock list of around 50 properties.

Torquay Real Estate Open houses this weekend

Saturday 11th June
11:00am – 11:30am 8 Rocklea Drive, Torquay
12:00pm – 12:30pm 1249 Horseshoe Bend Road, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 24 Ballyliffen Crescent, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 18 Rippleside Drive, Torquay
2:00pm – 2:30pm 48 Centreside Drive, Torquay
4:00pm – 4:30pm 5 Pride Street, Torquay

Sunday 12th June
11:00am – 11:30am 22 & 24 Bayview Terrace, Torquay
12:00pm –12:30pm 3/13 Darian Road, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 243 Messmate Road, Torquay
2:00pm – 2:30pm 17 Miranda Close, Torquay

Monday 13th June
12:00pm –12:30pm 18 Rippleside Drive, Torquay
1:00pm – 1:30pm 24 Ballyliffen Crescent, Torquay
2:00pm – 2:30pm 17 Miranda Close, Torquay

Greetings from Great Ocean Road Real Estate in sunny Torquay – not!

Yes, this week has proven it difficult to sell the benefits of living by the beach when the mercury is sitting under 10! However, the savvy property buyers are still coming out regardless of conditions as housing stock levels traditionally build moving into this time of year. Home interest rates are on hold yet again and there is a variety of good value properties presently available in and around Torquay and Jan Juc. Three sales this week including an excellent result at 1 Parkside Cres, Torquay selling prior to auction for in excess of $800,000 due to very strong interest in the location in particular.

We look forward to seeing you on the Coast!

Geoff Bennett Torquay Real Estate Agent

Torquay Realty

Great Ocean Road Real Estate

New Listing

1249 Horseshoe Bend Road TORQUAY		2 2
Price: $475,000 – $490,000
BIG BLOCK & BEACHY!  Open to inspect this Saturday June 11 12.00 – 12.30pm
A smart looking house set on a lovely big 712 sqm allotment in this sought after walk to the beach location. First floor kitchen with open plan living and dining, polished boards and an extensive front and side deck. Master with WIR’S, full ensuite/powder and second ground floor bedroom and sizeable second living area. Main bathroom, good size laundry, DLUG with auto door and direct house access. Huge treed and established backyard, paved outdoor entertaining and easy rear yard access.  more info…
AGENT DETAILS: Geoff Bennett     |     0458 513 860

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