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28 May 2026
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If you’re looking to create your dream home surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature at Ellendale, a house and land package could be the ideal choice.
We’ll guide you through some of the common questions about house and land packages, what you can expect along the building journey, and how Ellendale is designed to help add long-term value to your investment.
What is a house and land package?
When you’re looking to build a new home at Ellendale, you can either:
- Purchase the land separately and then seek out a builder who can create a home design that suits the specific requirements of your new homesite.
- Choose a house and land package, where you purchase a home designed specifically for a chosen homesite.
A house and land package includes two contracts, one for the land and one for the house. You can either choose a package that has everything you need included and ready to move in (a turnkey package), or you can negotiate inclusions with your specific builder.
What are some of the benefits of choosing a house and land package?
Choosing a house and land package doesn’t just offer choice and flexibility. It also provides a range of long-term benefits, including:
- Clarity on costs, making it easier for you to find a home that perfectly suits your lifestyle and budget.
- Stamp duty savings, as you only pay stamp duty on the land price, as opposed to paying stamp duty on the total purchase price if you were buying an established property.
- A curated collection of home designs from Queensland’s leading builders, designed to complement modern home requirements and the beautiful natural surrounds of Ellendale.
For more clarity around costs, read our blog about financing your new home at Ellendale.
What kind of homesites are available?
At Ellendale, you’ll find a wide range of homesites available, from traditional options through to a limited collection of split and sloping homesites.
- Split homesites are comprised of two individual flat building pads.
- Sloping homesites have no building pads, with the slope following the natural contour of the land.
Both split and sloping homesites offer greater scope for truly bespoke builds, such as pole homes and split-level homes that amplify the incredible views on offer. For more information, read our blog post about why split and sloping lots are on the rise.
At Ellendale, you’re more likely to find house and land packages tailored to traditional homesites.
What will the timeline be for construction?
The time it takes your new home at Ellendale to take shape will depend on a variety of factors. Some of these include:
- Whether your new homesite is titled or not.
- The size of your new home (such as single vs double storey).
- The complexity of required earthworks and foundation works (such as those needed on split and sloping homesites).
- Weather conditions during construction.
- Council approvals and other administrative requirements.
- Finance approvals and settlements.
What design considerations are there?
The natural environmental is a fundamental part of life at Ellendale, giving you an unrivalled opportunity to swap rooftops for treetops.
When you build your new home at Ellendale, you will be guided by our Design Standards to help protect your future lifestyle and the investment appeal of your new home. They will promote:
- A consistently high standard of architectural design.
- Sustainable design principles to make your new home more energy efficient.
- Landscape design to integrate your new home into the wider streetscape.
What amenities are located close by?
Once you’ve created the home of your dreams at Ellendale, you can focus on the many amenities and natural escapes on your doorstep.
- Wander down to Ellendale Park, with its picnic facilities, statement play tower, climbing nets, swings and more.
- Explore your new community on bike or on foot via a network of walking and cycle paths.
- Pick up your groceries or enjoy a coffee at the central Ellendale Village, just a minute’s drive away.
- Brisbane CBD is just 12km away, while a large array of schools, shops, recreational facilities, medical services and more are all moments from home.
Do I need to purchase a house and land package to live at Ellendale?
While a house and land package does provide a range of benefits, you don’t need to choose this option to embrace the Ellendale lifestyle. You can also browse current land for sale to find your perfect homesite, then work with your chosen builder to bring your new home to life.
