A stunning beach house carved into a cliff on the Southern Great Barrier Reef overlooking the sparkling waters of Honeymoon Bay has captured the attention of thousands around the world.
The property, affectionately named Alinghi, spans a 5-hectare estate and was designed by renowned Australian architect James Grose.
As one of the most famous Australian homes in existence, Alinghi was voted one of the top five beach houses in the world by Forbes Global Properties due to its unique location and one-of-a-kind design.
The area is home to a number of native animals including wallabies, echidnas, goannas, turtles and migrating whales.
Mr. Grose designed the property to reflect its natural surroundings and “blend in” with its surroundings.
Alinghi disappears into the cliff due to its grey tones and silver bark of the trees surrounding the property.
“The house responds to the Australian nature that surrounds it. It is inspired by the natural environment,” Grose explained to FEMAIL.
The house was built from locally sourced cedar stone, glass and travertine with two pavilions connected by a concrete-covered walkway.
A stunning beach house sits carved into a cliff on the Southern Great Barrier Reef and overlooks the sparkling cerulean waters of Honeymoon Bay.
The living room features double-height ceilings in soft honey tones with an open fireplace.
From the spacious living spaces you can look out over the Pacific Ocean.
Five homes on the estate share Honeymoon Bay, a 30-metre saltwater pool, an entertaining cabana with barbecue facilities, a tennis court and a full-time caretaker.
You can enjoy the bright Queensland sunshine from the spacious living spaces and gaze out across the Pacific Ocean.
The living room features spectacular double-height ceilings in soft honey tones and an open fireplace for chilly evenings cuddling with hot chocolate.
Alinghi has four spacious bedrooms and three bathrooms, two of them en suite.
The smaller pavilion consists of a master bedroom and a private study with floor-to-ceiling glass windows offering stunning ocean views framed by landscaped native gardens.
Alinghi has four spacious bedrooms and three bathrooms, including two en suite.
Mr. Grose designed the property to reflect its natural surroundings and “blend in” with its surroundings.
Alinghi disappears into the cliff due to its grey tones and the silvery bark of the trees surrounding the property.
“The important thing about a building is not what people say about it, but how the building makes people feel,” Grose said.
Alinghi is a 90-minute drive from Agnes Waters and its sister city 1770 (Seventeen Seventy).
The city is a five-hour drive from Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.
This coastal spot is perfect for a beach getaway; the town’s population has grown from 2,200 to 6,300 residents since 2016 and interstate tourists have fallen in love with its spectacular scenery and laid-back community.
One of Agnes Waters’ most popular attractions is the Paperback Forest Boardwalk, where visitors can walk along a winding stone path through a tranquil wetland of towering trees.
Five homes on the estate share Honeymoon Bay, a 30-metre saltwater pool, an entertainment cabana with barbecue facilities, a tennis court and a full-time caretaker.
Alinghi is a 90-minute drive from Agnes Waters and its sister town 1770.
Located at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef, the city’s white sand beaches boast crystal-clear turquoise waters, ocean sunsets, diverse marine life, as well as incredible spots for snorkelling, fishing, swimming and kayaking.
The secluded Chinamans Beach offers picture-perfect scenery, is a popular nesting spot for resident turtles and is Queensland’s northernmost surfing area.
Other attractions include whale watching, camping and glamping, a historical tour aboard a fleet of pink amphibious tour buses, and a variety of cafes, restaurants and eateries.
1770 is also famous for exploring the reef by boat or taking fishing trips.
Located at the southern end of the Great Barrier Reef, the city’s white sand beaches boast clear turquoise waters, ocean sunsets and diverse marine life.
