Heart and home: A beachfront home for sale that’s bringing a community together

A beachfront property for sale in Casuarina, NSW is making waves, not just for its design, but for the heartfelt story behind its sale, which has helped raise $65,000 for childhood cancer charity Hundred 4 Harper.

As part of its annual summer auction event earlier this year, real estate agency Witheriff Group donated a commission-free sale to raise funds for the charity.

The charity was founded in memory of young Harper Dowdall, who lost her battle with cancer just before her fourth birthday.

It was a story that resonated deeply with Witheriff Group founder Carol Witheriff and her son, principal Nick Witheriff.

“My son Nick has a little girl the same age, and I’m a grandmother to eight, including four granddaughters,” Ms Witheriff said.

“Harper’s dad Lee had just moved to the area and shared Harper’s story, so it just really struck a chord with us.”

Held midway through the auction event, the offer of a commission-free sale sparked spirited bidding among the 150-strong local crowd.

When the hammer dropped, a local couple who owned 15 Daybreak Boulevard in Casuarina had secured the commission-free sale prize and offered a donation of $65,000 in place of the agent’s usual fee.

With a few additional prizes, the auction event raised $70,000 in total.

“The vendors Ken and Deb were bringing their beautiful beachfront property to market anyway,” Ms Witheriff said.

“They immediately transferred the $65,000 to the charity and now we call it Harper’s house in the office – it’s a passion project for us now.”

The four-bedroom home at 15 Daybreak Boulevard in Casuarina has just launched, with Ms Witheriff describing it as ‘mid-century modern luxury in a premium location’.

Designed by architect Paul Uhlmann and built by Sanctuary 28, the home nods to 1970s Gold Coast beach house design that blends indoor and outdoor living.

The home offers a relaxed yet refined coastal lifestyle, complete with sun-drenched interiors, soaring ceilings and uninterrupted ocean views.

Split into two pavilions and connected by a bridge under one roof, the property balances privacy and open living, all on a 715sqm block with direct beach access.

“It’s a unique property and we’re excited to bring it to market,” Ms Witheriff said.

“The home is very new and in pristine condition. It has this understated presence from the front, but it opens into something truly special.”

“It’s on the Casuarina beachfront, with direct beach access from the rear gate to a lane way down to the sand dunes, which is a big drawcard.”

The property has price expectations around the $6 million mark, and the campaign will open to expressions of interest from May 23 until June 25.

“This whole experience has brought the community together,” Ms Witheriff said.

“It’s been a privilege to support such an important cause and we’re proud to be part of something that truly makes a difference.”

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