Notes from the host
8/4 House with Swimming Pool
LAMBERT HOUSE has all the features of a modernised classic Queenslander. The comforts of today's living have not been compromised. There is ducted airconditioning throughout, and split system in middle level, as well as ceiling fans in each room. Smoke and security alarms. Wifi internet available anywhere in the home. Push button wall radio/CD/ipod control to most rooms plus several flat screen TVs are scattered throughout the home. Wrap around verandahs, private decks, large and small patio areas allow for outside Queensland living.
The home is a pleasant 10min walk to free cross river ferry departing every 30mins to central Brisbane and the City Cat service.
Offering 2 homes in one. 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms + 3 sofa beds. All sofa beds are double inner spring and located in areas which can be set up for sleeping only, so you don't have to reset the lounge each day as there are still ample lounge spaces available.
BED CONFIGURATION:
Upper
Master - king bed and double sofa bed
Rooms 2 and 3 - queen beds
Room 4 - king twin singles
Middle
- queen bed
- double sofa bed
Lower
- Rooms 5 and 6 - queen beds
UPPER LEVEL:
Sleeps 7 in 4 bedrooms, plus double sofa bed. 2 bathrooms + powder room.
The master bedroom boasts a large ensuite with walk in robe, sitting room (with sofa bed) and small deck area. Two other queen bedrooms, plus 4th bedroom with twin king singles, allow for ample sleeping accommodation.
There are 2 separate lounges so the adults and children can enjoy their own spaces.
Large kitchen with dishwasher, ample storage and quality appliances.
Wrap around verandah and outdoor setting, allow you to enjoy the outlook of the tree lined street. It is surprisingly quiet on the front deck for such an inner city location.
This floor has it's own entrance via keypad through front door Also the wifi and Foxtel Cable TV is independent from the lower level.
The MIDDLE level is a converted triple garage. These spaces can be requested to use as extra living/sleeping area with either the upper or lower levels. The double garage is converted to be used as a rumpus room with large screen TV for DVDs and games consoles plus an air hockey table. This level has split air con and fans.
The single garage space is separated with a wall and door to rumpus area. It can house a single car..
LOWER LEVEL:
This fully self contained home is available to rent alone in quiet times.
This level has 2 queen bedrooms. The bathroom and toilet have 2-way access.
It has a smaller kitchen with dishwasher. Microwave/convection bench top oven and hotplates are supplied.
This floor has it's own entrance via keypad through side gate. Also the wifi and Foxtel Cable TV is independent from the upper level.
TECHNOLOGY FEATURES
- your personal 4 digit code is used to access home
- iPads supplied on each floor. Inhouse music or radio controlled from these devises. Or you can download Sonos Ap and play your own music selections.
- 3 extra large flat screens and 3 smaller ones throughout home
- Foxtel cable TV is available separately on both levels
- games room (converted garage), has Xbox and DVD
- wireless internet throughout home
- all lights, ceiling fans and music operated from same wall switches
- outdoor lighting for trees and water feature come on automatically
- remote control water fountain in pool
PARKING
Off street parking for 3 more cars. Street parking is free and easier to secure on weekends and after hours.
KANGAROO POINT AREA
CITY BOUND, RIVER FERRIES and RIVER WALKS
Short walk down Lambert St takes you via walkway to Dockside. This is a complex of high rise apartments, which houses some shops an Asian restaurant and cafe. The board walk along the river is extremely popular. There is a free cross river ferry service, leaving every 30 mins to take you to the city centre. Or you can also board Brisbane's famous City Cat ferry service that runs from Hamilton on the north side to University of Queensland.
You can follow it right around to the Kangaroo Point Cliffs, where a company called River Life, offers kayaking (night and day), abseiling, rock climbing as well as offering Aboriginal cultural experiences.
THE GABBA
Brisbane's sporting headquarters for Australian Rules Football Lions team and Australian and Queensland cricket. The light posts can be seen from the side deck, and it is within 15min walk.
RESTAURANTS AND CAFES
A short stroll to numerous eateries, and the quality of food on offer is diverse and high quality. The Sweet Mandarin offers Asian fare from Thai to Chinese and will deliver, the Indian specialists Raj's Palace receives mixed reviews, but we loved the food they delivered. Sushi, Subway and Spoons cafe are all in walking distance as well.
HOTELS
The famous Story Bridge Hotel is a pleasant 10-15 mins stroll and has multiple eating options and is one of Brisbane's most famous watering holes. The Shaftson Hotel is under 10mins walk and is a pleasant surprise once inside. There is a refurbished beer garden, and several inviting indoor spaces to enjoy a drink or meal. The food is above average for "pub grub" and there are specials each night EG 2 for one meals on Thursdays.
BRISBANE CITY CYCLE
Brisbane has an extensive network of bikes you can register to use and travel around Brisbane. You can return the bike to any station and if your trip is under 30mins there is no charge. One station is just 2mins from Lambert House.
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Hosted byJennifer Rylance
