76–78 Portland Crescent, Maroubra NSW 2035 — two courtyards, two levels, and one clear message: this is the easy coastal upgrade buyers actually want.
Maroubra buyers are a specific breed. They want the beach lifestyle, but they don’t want the chaos. They’ll happily do the coastal walk on Sunday… then want a low-maintenance home that feels calm on Monday. And that’s exactly why this townhouse mattered.
76–78 Portland Crescent already had strong fundamentals: a quiet rear position in a secure complex, two light-filled levels, two courtyards (front and back), engineered oak underfoot, and a renovated Caesarstone kitchen with AEG appliances — a serious tick-list. On paper, it’s “Stylish Beachside Townhouse, Walk To Beach.” In real life, though, townhouses like this can still stall emotionally at inspections.
Here was the challenge: the features were great, but the feeling needed to land instantly.
With two courtyards, buyers need to understand the flow — not just be told “indoor–outdoor living.” If those spaces feel empty, too hard-edged, or undefined, people don’t imagine entertaining. They imagine maintenance. And in a townhouse, if the living/dining isn’t clearly zoned, it can read as “apartment-ish,” which is the last thing you want when you’re selling the upgrade.
So our brief was simple:
Make the townhouse feel like a proper lifestyle move — not just a clever floorplan.
Coastal, yes. But not cheesy. Calm, yes. But not bland. And absolutely buyer-proof for a Saturday morning open when everyone is already thinking about the beach being 800m away.
The styling strategy
We leaned into what the home already promised: quality finishes and natural light. The design direction was coastal modern — clean lines, soft neutrals, warm oak tones (to echo the engineered flooring), and just enough texture to make it feel “lived in” rather than “on display.
Living + dining became the anchor point. We styled it like a real everyday zone: a relaxed lounge setting that reads comfortable for a couple and believable for a young family, paired with a dining setup that signals “friends can come over tonight.” Nothing oversized, nothing fussy — just clean shapes, breathable fabrics, and a layout that makes the room feel wider and easier to move through.
Then we did the most important thing in a two-courtyard home: we made each outdoor space feel intentional.
Instead of treating them as “extra area,” we gave them roles:
One courtyard as the morning zone — a simple outdoor setting that says coffee, breakfast, laptop, five minutes of quiet.
The other courtyard as the entertaining zone — a space that visually connects back to the living/dining so buyers feel that seamless indoor–outdoor loop the listing promises.
This is where buyers switch from evaluating to imagining. Two courtyards isn’t just “more space.” It’s options. It’s privacy. It’s kids, plants, entertaining, summer dinners — without leaving the house.
Upstairs, we reinforced the “upgrade” story. Two double bedrooms, both with built-ins and ceiling fans already reads practical. But the emotional hook is the main: air-conditioning and a private balcony. We styled that room like a proper retreat — soft bed layering, light coastal tones, and a subtle sense of “holiday at home.” The balcony becomes the hero detail: not big drama, just a quiet moment that says this isn’t apartment living anymore.
The bathroom was handled the same way — stylish, clean, and intentional. A corner bathtub can be a huge plus, but only if it reads fresh and cared for. We styled it to feel more like a small spa moment than a functional afterthought: crisp towels, minimal accessories, and warmth to balance the existing finishes. And we made sure the internal laundry + additional WC felt like a genuine practical win (because buyers notice those things right after they’ve fallen in love with the courtyard).
Why this worked (especially in Maroubra)
Because the product here isn’t “two bedrooms.” It’s the lifestyle transition.
It’s the moment where an apartment upgrader realises they can have outdoor space on both sides, entertaining potential, and still keep life simple — plus easy access to Maroubra Junction, city transport, local shops, parks, and those rugged coastal tracks that make this pocket feel like Sydney’s best kept “I can breathe here” secret.
And yes — we’ll say it plainly: we love this area.
Maroubra is one of those suburbs where the styling energy just hits different. If you keep sending us beachside townhouses like this, we’ll start negotiating in absurd ways — like accepting payment in post-packdown swims, or “accidentally” staying an extra ten minutes to enjoy the sea air. (Not actually. But spiritually? Absolutely.) The beach after work is a dangerous drug.
For agents selling coastal property, Home Staging Sydney needs to do more than look nice — it needs to feel effortless and emotionally obvious. Great Home Staging Sydney helps buyers understand flow, outdoor living, and lifestyle value within seconds of walking in. At Goldpac, we approach Home Staging Sydney as a strategic sales tool: we define zones, soften hard spaces, elevate hero features like courtyards and balconies, and make “updated finishes” feel like a complete lifestyle upgrade. If you want faster buyer decisions and stronger opens, Home Staging Sydney is the shortcut that makes the campaign feel premium from day one.
💬 “The courtyards stopped feeling like extra space and started feeling like the reason to buy.” — Agent
🏡 76–78 Portland Crescent, Maroubra — 2-bed townhouse with two private courtyards.
🎨 Styling vibe: coastal modern — warm oak, soft neutrals, light textures.
🌿 Hero: courtyards given clear “morning + entertaining” roles.
⚡ Result: stronger first impression, faster buyer clarity, better opens.
💬 Reaction: “This feels like the beach lifestyle without the hassle.”