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Hi, I’m Angela Martin, and welcome to Number 3 Salamone Drive in Kuranda. I’m super excited to show you this absolutely grand pole home, designed by the revered architect Chris Van Dyke, who is known for creating magnificent yet practical designs. This property is a rare combination of architectural distinction, lifestyle flexibility, and future income potential.
This could just be a beautiful family home, a multi-generational retreat, or a high-end holiday rental—the possibilities are endless. Situated on nearly an acre of gorgeous, natural rainforest, you’re just a short drive to Kuranda Village and an easy commute to Cairns.
Make sure you press that subscribe button on YouTube to find out about more fabulous lifestyle properties like this one before others do. Now, let’s head in and take a look—you’re seriously going to fall in love with it.
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Let me first show you the grandeur of the property before even stepping inside. A little orientation will help set the scene. Upstairs is the main living area, which features two bedrooms, a stunning lounge, and expansive decks and balconies. Downstairs, you’ll find unbelievable flexibility for multigenerational living or potential income-generating space, easily adaptable to your needs. Let’s head up the stairs, and I’ll meet you in the living room.
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How fantastic is this? It’s warm, organic, and features cathedral ceilings that are simply stunning. Just a quick bit of technical information—when you arrived, you may have noticed the ‘big boy gutters’ under the eaves. These are substantial gutters and downpipes to handle heavy rain effortlessly, which is vital in the wet tropics.
The space feels grand yet cosy, with its beautiful hardwoods and architectural craftsmanship. The poles are incredible—they truly are a masterpiece. Every element, from the woodwork to the structural carvings, reflects second-to-none quality. This home is truly about indoor-outdoor living all year round.
A magnificent chunk of timber serves as a servery out to the balcony, enhancing the alfresco dining experience. You have wooden doors, gas cooking, an electric oven, and louvres with flyscreens, so there’s no need to worry about mozzies. The breeze just flows through in every direction.
Behind us, you’ll find a spacious butler’s pantry where you can tuck away supplies and household essentials. But let’s head out onto the balcony for a better look. Bear with me as we manage a door or two in the breeze!
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The balcony is simply breathtaking. Completely undercover, it extends around the house for maximum relaxation and functionality. From here, you have elevated views of your low-maintenance rainforest garden. Imagine enjoying this sanctuary, sitting back in a hammock, and soaking in the tranquillity.
Unique louvres allow you to control light and airflow, and they’re so flexible—open one, close the other, or adjust for ventilation. Practical details like an accessible balcony extension make window cleaning easy—a small but important touch. Let’s step back inside to explore further.
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Upstairs, we have two bedrooms and a bathroom. The master bedroom is as charming as it is functional. It’s not your typical square room—pole homes have a way of design that adds so much character. The master opens onto the balcony and features louvres, fans, and air conditioning. Morning coffee in your garden-facing balcony space? Yes, please!
This home is also energy-efficient with 6.5 kW solar power, recently cleaned panels for optimal performance, tinted windows, and reflective roof coating to keep the heat at bay. Imagine waking up to serene garden views while knowing your energy usage is minimal.
The master includes a walk-in wardrobe and a bathroom with a separate toilet, a spacious vanity, and even a heated towel rail—a luxurious touch for everyday living.
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Now, let’s head downstairs to explore further flexibility. The staircase is lined with temporary privacy screening, providing separation between upstairs and downstairs spaces—a smart feature for multigenerational living or rentals.
Here, we find a kitchenette with a separate toilet, vanity, and shower, perfect for creating a self-contained space. There’s even storage under the stairs and multiple access points, making the layout adaptable to your needs.
One of the downstairs living areas is currently set up as an Airbnb, and it generates approximately $300 per night. With views of the tropical garden and complete separation, it’s easy to see why holidayers would love this space.
Adjoining this is another flexible room, perfect as a yoga studio, office, or guest space. It’s private, fully functional, and seamlessly connected to the outdoors.
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Speaking of outdoors, let’s take a stroll through the garden and have a look at the shed. The property sits on a lush rainforest block spanning nearly an acre (3,900 square metres). You’re surrounded by native plants, slow-growing fan palms, and vibrant bromeliads—it’s a nature lover’s dream.
The garden is incredibly low-maintenance with clever drainage, perfect for the tropics. The property boundary actually extends about 15 metres beyond the current clearing, giving you extra space if desired.
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Now, let’s check out the 3-bay shed. A concrete driveway leads up to this lifestyle-enhancing feature. Inside, the shed is split into two separate areas. One side features air conditioning and data points, ideal for a studio, office, or hobby room. The other side is a spacious garage with high ceilings and extra depth for storage.
Whether it’s for storing tools, running a home business, or pursuing creative endeavours, this shed is incredibly versatile. The remote-controlled garage doors are a brilliant addition.
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In summary, why should you buy Number 3 Salamone Drive? This home is an architectural masterpiece by Chris Van Dyke. From its organic, warm feel to its carefully considered functionality, everything about it is grand.
It offers countless lifestyle options—a family home, multigenerational retreat, or income-generating Airbnb. With facilities like a three-bay shed, solar power, and reflective roofing, the property is energy-efficient and designed for comfort.
Located just minutes from Kuranda Village and with easy access to Smithfield Shopping Centre and Cairns, convenience is another major plus.
So, if you’re ready to enjoy this pole home lifestyle, give me a call—Angela Martin at 0403 781 187—or visit my website, angelamartin.tv. Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel for more incredible lifestyle properties like this one.
I look forward to helping you make this magnificent property your new home!
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