{"id":437306,"date":"2026-01-25T21:59:17","date_gmt":"2026-01-25T21:59:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/437306\/"},"modified":"2026-01-25T21:59:17","modified_gmt":"2026-01-25T21:59:17","slug":"gold-coast-resort-style-home-with-australian-open-inspired-tennis-court-hits-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/437306\/","title":{"rendered":"Gold Coast resort-style home with Australian Open-inspired tennis court hits market"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"styles__StyledImage-sc-17n6uwl-1 hlcJVa size-full wp-post- wp-image-1094605\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1094605\" data-capiid=\"8a4092b818df45a97a0ffd2e987e4996\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 1280 720&quot;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\"  alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-1094605\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">54 Vaughan Dr, Ormeau is for sale<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">A resort-style family compound complete with Australian Open-inspired tennis court has hit the market on the Gold Coast.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">The six-bedroom, three-bathroom property at Ormeau was a renovator\u2019s delight when it was purchased 18 months ago before being transformed into an entertainer\u2019s dream.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">Set over a sprawling single-level on a 5,111 sqm parcel at<a href=\"https:\/\/www.realestate.com.au\/property-house-qld-ormeau-149402268\" title=\"www.realestate.com.au\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> 54 Vaughan Dr<\/a>, it\u2019s the latest project completed by Paul and Kirsten Giddings.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"styles__StyledImage-sc-17n6uwl-1 hlcJVa size-full wp-post- wp-image-1094598\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1094598\" data-capiid=\"0e87a97347435709857b4c31695e874e\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 1280 720&quot;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\"  alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-1094598\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The blue court inspired by the Australian Open<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">While the couple are renovation veterans, achieving a suburb record price for their previous build at Belivah, this was the first time their three teenaged sons helped out.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">\u201cPaul does commercial landscaping, so he does the outside and I do the inside,\u201d Ms Giddings said. <\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">\u201cOur oldest son is doing a school-based carpentry apprenticeship, so he got to help the builder with some things. <\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">\u201cWe all got to contribute part of it. It was a family project.\u201d <\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">The home is marketed via an expressions of interest campaign with Ray White Alliance agents James Devlin and Jason Atkinson.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"styles__StyledImage-sc-17n6uwl-1 hlcJVa size-full wp-post- wp-image-1094599\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1094599\" data-capiid=\"46b0bccf17fb7a2d65f492ddb011bd37\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 1280 720&quot;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\"  alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-1094599\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">It\u2019s been transformed inside and out<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">Standout features include a spectacular outdoor setup with a newly surfaced tennis court and viewing gazebo, pool with spa and stone feature edge, and expansive entertaining deck with a barbecue area.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">\u201cThe Australian Open really inspired the blue court as a lot of courts seem to be that colour now. It has floodlights so you can play at night,\u201d Ms Giddings said.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">The family renovated and extended the bedrooms, redid the bathrooms, as well as the kitchen and laundry. <\/p>\n<p><img class=\"styles__StyledImage-sc-17n6uwl-1 hlcJVa size-full wp-post- wp-image-1094600\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1094600\" data-capiid=\"d2dce6ad3cc2683ab2487f95387b1c23\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 1280 720&quot;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\"  alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-1094600\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The family are seasoned renovators<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"styles__StyledImage-sc-17n6uwl-1 hlcJVa size-full wp-post- wp-image-1094601\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1094601\" data-capiid=\"305add7fde35ebbb212d4441fa41e60a\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 1280 720&quot;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\"  alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-1094601\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The dining area overlooks the pool<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">MORE NEWS<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.realestate.com.au\/news\/firsthome-buyers-warned-to-slash-spending-amid-cutthroat-gold-coast-property-market\/?campaignType=external&amp;campaignChannel=syndication&amp;campaignName=ncacont&amp;campaignContent=&amp;campaignSource=gold_coast_bulletin&amp;campaignPlacement=article\" title=\"www.realestate.com.au\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\u2018No more matcha\u2019: Veteran\u2019s brutal warning to first-home buyers<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.realestate.com.au\/news\/reserve-bank-weighs-ironic-rate-hike-as-high-rents-fuel-inflation-problem\/?campaignType=external&amp;campaignChannel=syndication&amp;campaignName=ncacont&amp;campaignContent=&amp;campaignSource=gold_coast_bulletin&amp;campaignPlacement=article\" title=\"www.realestate.com.au\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\u2018Nasty\u2019 reason RBA will raise rates<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.realestate.com.au\/news\/construction-nears-completion-on-latest-stage-of-700m-gold-coast-housing-plan\/?campaignType=external&amp;campaignChannel=syndication&amp;campaignName=ncacont&amp;campaignContent=&amp;campaignSource=gold_coast_bulletin&amp;campaignPlacement=article\" title=\"www.realestate.com.au\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">What\u2019s next for this $700m Gold Coast housing plan<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">\u201cIt had been left in its glory days with the same salmon carpet and mint green walls as when it was built. <\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">\u201cIt had a lot of terracotta, yellow, and heritage green both inside and outside.\u201d <\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">She said the renovation was quite high-end as they had intended on moving into the property themselves, with stone tiles and travertine pavers outside.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">There\u2019s also a big shed out the back which could be used as an office space or a teenagers\u2019 retreat, while the property also has a five-car garage as well as shaded parking for a caravan or boat.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"styles__StyledImage-sc-17n6uwl-1 hlcJVa size-full wp-post- wp-image-1094602\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1094602\" data-capiid=\"b696fb65848b9f02d7118426933f692f\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 1280 720&quot;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\"  alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-1094602\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The pool has a built-in spa<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"styles__StyledImage-sc-17n6uwl-1 hlcJVa size-full wp-post- wp-image-1094603\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1094603\" data-capiid=\"5e8ca3b5aff50a5ea35cbcffd26bc916\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 1280 720&quot;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\"  alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">Mr Devlin said the home was designed for both lifestyle and practicality.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">\u201cMeticulously updated throughout, the home features stone flooring, premium new carpet, and carefully considered finishes that combine comfort, quality, and refined living at every turn,\u201d he said. <\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">\u201cThis is the ultimate property for large or extended families, entertainers, and anyone looking to embrace a resort-inspired lifestyle just moments from local amenities, schools, and major transport links.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"Text__Typography-sc-1103tao-0 bjGYxJ StyledP-sc-cebixd-0 bzEerj\">PropTrack data shows house prices in Ormeau were up 10.7 per cent since last year, to a median of $974,500.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"styles__StyledImage-sc-17n6uwl-1 hlcJVa size-full wp-post- wp-image-1094604\" loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1094604\" data-capiid=\"e308c03178fd4767675f099d30a1d258\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns=&quot;http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg&quot; viewBox=&quot;0 0 1280 720&quot;%3E%3C\/svg%3E\"  alt=\"\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-1094604\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The home has six bedrooms and three bathrooms<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"54 Vaughan Dr, Ormeau is for sale A resort-style family compound complete with Australian Open-inspired tennis court has&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":437307,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[565],"tags":[64,63,85,747],"class_list":["post-437306","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-tennis","tag-au","tag-australia","tag-sports","tag-tennis"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/437306","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=437306"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/437306\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/437307"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=437306"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=437306"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=437306"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}