A legacy of waterfront excellence

Owned by Kevin and Lorna Harris, this exceptional property at 18 Edgewater Close is not just a home but a cornerstone of Yamba's maritime history.

Ray White Yamba | Maclean Managing Director Daniel Kelly is marketing the impressive property, spanning a substantial 2,302sqm with 105 metres of direct frontage to the pristine Clarence River, this prestigious residence occupies a prominent peninsula with a coveted northerly aspect.

“This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime chance to secure Yamba's most prestigious riverfront address—an extraordinary home with a remarkable story.” Mr Kelly said.

As one of only six riverfront homes in Yamba enjoying such orientation, it captures glorious sunlight and panoramic water views, offering an effortless blend of elegance, comfort, and an enviable waterfront lifestyle.

Kevin and Lorna Harris, long-time Yamba residents, purchased the block 25 years ago. The couple, known for their instrumental role in developing the iconic Blue Dolphin Caravan Park and Yamba Marina, designed this bespoke home to suit the unique block, ensuring every inch maximises its breathtaking surrounds.

"We designed the home to suit the block, embracing the waterfront at every turn. The views, the lifestyle, the memories we've created here—it's been an incredible journey," Kevin shared.

Their vision extended beyond their home. The Harris family played a pivotal role in shaping Yamba's waterfront landscape, designing and operating the Yamba Marina for a decade before passing it into capable hands in 2003. Their legacy is woven into the very fabric of the town.

Boasting four spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a triple garage, the home offers a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. At its heart, a gourmet kitchen with a large island bench and premium appliances takes centre stage, framed by sweeping river vistas—an entertainer's dream.

The master suite is a true retreat, featuring expansive water views, a walk-in robe, and a luxurious ensuite. The upper level offers an additional lounge or media room, perfect as a private parents' retreat. A dedicated office at the home's entrance ensures functionality meets tranquility.

Outdoors, an expansive alfresco area overlooks a sparkling in-ground pool, offering a front-row seat to the Clarence River's ever-changing beauty. With direct water access via two pontoons and a private boat ramp, the property caters to boating enthusiasts, allowing for spontaneous river adventures. The deck at the water's edge provides an idyllic space for entertaining, basking in the sun, or enjoying Yamba's stunning sunsets.

For the Harris family, this home has been a hub for family gatherings, grandkids' birthday parties, and cherished memories. "It's been a wonderful place for our family. We've loved watching the dolphins, osprey, and even the stingrays right from our verandah," Lorna reflected. “The dolphins can be that loud they sometimes wake us up at night!”

“The dolphins come through on the tide, some small pods and large family pods, some with broken fins and some that have been coming for 15 years. We sit on the deck and watch them. We have the most magnificent sunrise and sunsets you’ll ever see," Lorna said.

Kevin and Lorna Harris sold their marina in 2003 to Kay Cottee and Peter Sutton who still operate it today. “The marina was our baby, and they made an offer to buy it and we thought, what better hands could we leave it in? So we retired in 2003 and have been sailing and exploring Australia and the world, ever since,” Mr Harris said. Kay Cottee is an Australian sailor, who was the first woman to perform a single-handed, non-stop and unassisted circumnavigation of the world in 1988.

“We have always lived on the water. This has been a great place to have family events, we have had lots of grandkids’ birthday parties. We are downsizing to another waterfront subdivision here.

“Yamba is the perfect mix of old and modern. Some of the streets are narrow and one way, and we have some very high end accommodation and restaurants now. When we came here it was just a fishing village, and now it is a resort town.”

With their lucky grandkids all grown up - one is a marine biologist working in Antarctica and the other is a school teacher - so it is time for Lorna and Kevin Harris to downsize within Yamba.

Offers for this prestigious property are invited prior to 3pm on 30 April 2025.