“It’s a rare price point for our community.”
The property known as Elk Point, located near Gold Beach on Oregon’s southern coast, recently sold for $7.75 million, ranking among the area’s most expensive residential sales in the past decade.
Set in the quiet coastal town of Gold Beach, Oregon – home to just 4,000 residents – the custom luxury “log home” spans nearly 10,000 square feet and sits on 28 oceanfront acres. In a market where most luxury homes fall closer to the $1.5 to $2.5 million range, Elk Point stands apart. Soaring 35-foot ceilings, expansive walls of windows, and locally sourced river rock create a dramatic yet dynamic living environment – one that feels more like a private resort than a traditional coastal home.
For Marie Curtis, Broker/Owner of REMAX Coast & Country, whose career includes the REMAX Lifetime Achievement and Platinum Club level honors, representing the seller and buyer presented a professional milestone as well as a natural fit.
A Strong Foundation
Situated on land with deep Native American history, the home was built with intention and respect for its surroundings. Canadian timber, locally sourced river rock, and an absence of sheetrock were deliberate choices, ensuring the home was rooted in both look and feel.
That same level of care carried through to how the property was marketed.
“With a listing like this, you have to reach beyond the local market – nationwide and international – and that’s where REMAX comes into play,” Curtis said. “Global brand recognition and credibility matter at this level.”
Curtis has been with the REMAX brand her entire real estate career, leveraging the brand’s name recognition, resources and network to grow a high-performing business. For this particular seller – who was not a referral or repeat client – those factors were key.
“He did his homework,” Curtis explained. “He wanted someone local with a strong sales track record, deep community connections, and national and international reach. That combination mattered, and I met that criteria.”
Power of the Tools
While Elk Point’s architectural beauty is undeniable, Curtis recognized that securing the right buyer would be a strategic journey built on patience and precision. The seller understood this as well, noting that through his experience in architectural design and luxury residential sales, his uniquely crafted properties are often buyer-specific and require the right alignment.
Over four years representing the seller and ultimately two years working with the buyer, the property continued to generate strong interest with consistent showings and offers along the way. Confident in the process, the seller remained patient, leaning into Curtis’ expansive luxury marketing portfolio and tailored strategy, designed specifically for each property and the caliber of clientele Curtis consistently brings to the Southern Oregon Coast.
“Consistency was critical,” she said. “REMAX as a brand played a big role in getting this property national exposure. The buyer came from the East Coast, so reach truly mattered.”
Marketing the property required more than a single channel. Curtis launched an all-encompassing approach, combining targeted outreach with high-end luxury platforms.
“We used multiple tools – print placements, targeted marketing in key U.S. markets – and with The REMAX Collection, the exposure went international,” she said. “Having the home positioned within The REMAX Collection, alongside the broader REMAX system, made a big difference.”
Building a Future
“When you step into this home, it feels like entering a grand ski lodge,” Curtis said.
Surrounded by rivers, mountains, ocean views, hiking trails and golf courses, Elk Point offers a blend of privacy and natural beauty. It’s the lifestyle that inspired the sellers to build – and what ultimately drew the buyers in.
Though the journey from listing to sale was a long one, Curtis says it was deeply rewarding, like the home itself.
“This home is an escape from the big city,” she said. “A place to unplug and truly connect.”
That sense of connection – between people, property, and place – defines Curtis’ approach to real estate.
“Luxury real estate is about relationships,” she explained. “It’s never just a transaction. It’s listening to your clients, understanding their story, and honoring the history of the property.”
A history that, thanks to Curtis’ dedication and the reach of the REMAX brand and reputation, is now ready for its next chapter with a new family.
Written by Keri Henke
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