Perched on a commanding rise with eagles soaring overhead and breathtaking views out to the Coral Sea, Jade Ridge, 38 Eagle Close enjoys palatial living on a grand scale. Just 10 minutes outside Port Douglas, in Queensland’s Tropical North, this Chris Van Dyke home boasts 600m² under roof and wakes to the perfect sunrise over the Douglas Shire.

From the groundwork to the rooftop, no expense has been spared in the construction of this magnificent home. Sculpted into the face of the mountain, with core-filled block, aluminum framed doors and windows, and double thickness glazing, this property stands like a fortress against the natural elements. This has been softened by elegant choices in materials. Most impressive are the Spotted Gum pillars, beams and staircases, a signature in Chris Van Dyke designs. Mango wood and American Oak, used in much of the carpentry, brings a feeling of warmth and class, whilst the use of New Guinea Rosewood, Black Galaxy Granite and Matrix Granite epitomizes the superior quality of the build.

Built for entertainment and at the heart of this home, the covered veranda spans an area large enough to host an entire family; or as it’s famed for locally, hosting wedding parties of up to 120 guests. The Spotted Gum pillars frame the region’s stunning natural beauty, with views that stretch beyond Port Douglas’ Peni...