The Sanctuary by Aryve | House in Mermaid Waters
5 Bedroom House in Mermaid Waters
Summary:
The Sanctuary was built by its makers as their own family home and featured on Channel 9's A House to Call Home. Five bedrooms, four bathrooms, an infinity-edge pool and spa over the canal, a private pontoon and a speakeasy bar. It sleeps ten. This is its first season open to guests, and one of our team meets you at the door.
The Space:
Corinne and Shane Wynhoven build houses on the Gold Coast under their own name, HOVEN. The Sanctuary is the one they built for themselves, and that is the whole difference: nobody value-engineers their own family home. It was completed in 2024 and until now it has never been let to anyone.
The house sits on a quiet canal in Mermaid Waters, white weatherboard over two storeys, oriented north to the water so the light holds all day. A level lawn runs down to the waterline behind glass fencing.
AT A GLANCE
- 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, powder room
- Sleeps 10: a king in the main bedroom, a queen in each of the next three, two singles in the fifth
- Infinity-edge heated pool and raised spa, glass-fenced, over the canal
- Private pontoon off the back lawn
- Speakeasy bar with a curved fluted-marble front and oak top, and a desk alongside it
- Outdoor kitchen: built-in barbecue and drinks fridge under the covered alfresco
- Ducted air conditioning throughout, ceiling fans in the main rooms
- Off-street parking on the driveway, plus unrestricted street parking
Downstairs runs open plan: the kitchen faces the water across a long stone island, with a butler's pantry behind it doing the unglamorous work. SMEG appliances, brass tapware, rattan stools for the slow mornings. Cavity stacker doors pull the living room open to the alfresco, where an outdoor lounge and dining table sit above the canal under ceiling fans, with motorised blinds to close it in when the weather turns.
The bar is the room guests will text photos of: a curved front in fluted marble under an oak top, back-lit shelving, behind its own glass-panelled door. A desk sits alongside it, for anyone who has to work.
A curved staircase rises through a three-metre entry. Upstairs, a second lounge sits under raked ceilings and opens to a covered terrace looking across the rooftops to the Broadbeach skyline, and a bedroom of two single beds shares the top floor, for the kids who want it to themselves.
The main bedroom takes a bay window seat, a fitted dressing room and an ensuite with twin basins and a double walk-in shower lined in gold-veined marble herringbone. The remaining bedrooms are set up so a full family lands softly, and one of the four bathrooms holds a freestanding bath under plantation shutters.
Outside, the pool is heated, the spa is raised beside it, and the lawn ends at your own pontoon. Coffee out there at first light, kids in the pool through the afternoon, dinner off the barbecue as the canal goes still.
Guest Access:
Parking is on the driveway, and the street outside is unrestricted. The garage is locked and is not part of the stay.
The Neighborhood:
Mermaid Waters is the quiet canal suburb directly behind Mermaid Beach: wide streets, water at the end of most of them, and a pace that suits families. The surf, the cafes and the beach walk are at Mermaid Beach a few minutes away by car. Broadbeach's restaurants, Pacific Fair and the casino sit just north, close enough for dinner without the holiday strip outside your window.
Getting Around:
A car makes the Gold Coast easy and the driveway holds it. Mermaid Beach and Broadbeach are a few minutes' drive, Surfers Paradise about ten, and Gold Coast Airport about half an hour by road. Rideshare is reliable across this part of the coast, and the G:link light rail runs from Broadbeach if you want the strip without parking it.
Other Things to Note:
The house carries a noise monitor that reads sound levels only. It records no audio and there are no cameras inside the home; it exists so a quiet street stays quiet, and it means this is a home for holidays, not parties. We do not take Schoolies bookings, and the house is not available for events or functions. The lawn ends at open canal water behind glass pool fencing, so children need eyes on them outside. The pool and spa are heated; the alfresco closes in with motorised blinds when the wind lifts off the water. This is a residential street: arrivals are gentle, and we ask that outdoor noise winds down by 10pm.
Interaction with Guests:
Most holiday homes are managed from another city, through an app, with a code and a hope. This one is not.
Aryve is a Gold Coast team and this residence is managed directly, not passed to an agency or a call centre. You will know exactly how you are getting in before you travel. Where it suits, one of us meets you at the door and hands you the keys; where a self check-in works better for your arrival time, the code and a walkthrough come to you in advance. Either way, where to park, which entrance and which door are already in writing.
The home is turned over to a hotel standard between every stay. If something is not right, you message one number, and the person who answers is the person who can fix it.
Available when you need us. Absent when you do not. That balance is the job.
This 5 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 5 Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Mermaid Waters. Enjoy your stay in Mermaid Waters at this House.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Shampoo
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Towels provided
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Shower
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Hair dryer
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Electric kettle
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Oven
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Toaster
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Microwave
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Dishwasher
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Refrigerator
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Ice maker
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Stovetop
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Washing machine and dryer
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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TV
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Unit size: 5500 sq ft (511 sq m)
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On the waterfront
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Near a health or beauty spa
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Desk
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Office
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Iron/ironing board
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WiFi available
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Balcony
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
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Hot tub
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Private pool
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Shared/communal pool
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts cash this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
FAQ's
Is this property pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, this The Sanctuary by Aryve has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in property?
Best-rates for the The Sanctuary by Aryve starts from $1,088 per night with includes Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Child Friendly, Heating, Air Conditioner, Parking, Pool, Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Hot Tub, TV, Security/Safety, Wellness Facilities, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Private Pool, Guest Services with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is property a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the property wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the The Sanctuary by Aryve has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the property?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Sanctuary by Aryve indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for property?
Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
