We’ve rounded up our top picks from across the country’s most luxurious properties.
1 Little Green Island, Shoal Point QLD
Who doesn’t want their very own island escape where the sun shines more often than not and the most pressing decision of the day is whether to stay in bed with a book or pop down to the beach for a swim. Sitting a short boat ride from the mainland, this 25-hectare freehold island hosts a Tone Wheeler-designed main residence and a caretaker’s lodge.
11 Bronze Wing Circuit, Peregian Springs QLD
From the sunken fire pit and north-east facing pool to the open-plan living spaces that flow effortlessly outdoors, this Reitsma & Associates-designed home is well equipped for relaxed family living and entertaining. Enjoy smart-home automation, ducted air-conditioning, two additional living spaces and a Corian kitchen with a butler’s pantry.
61B Village High Road, Vaucluse NSW
Boasting Insta-worthy architectural curves and views over Sydney Harbour, this new duplex comes with lift access between its three levels. There’s garaging and loads of storage in the basement, bedrooms on the ground floor and bright, open-plan living spaces on the top floor. The sophisticated marble kitchen has V-Zug, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances.
Penthouse/20 The Righi, South Yarra VIC
A terrace with sweeping views of Melbourne’s skyline is a key highlight at this Domain Precinct penthouse. Designed by Wood Marsh and including private, nine-car basement-level parking with a gym and wine cellar, the property features parquetry flooring in the living spaces, silk and bamboo carpets in the three bedrooms, and a high-spec kitchen with a walk-in cool room.
99 Military Road, Dover Heights NSW
Located within easy reach of Bondi Beach, top private schools and the Royal Sydney Golf Club, this newly completed residence with pool features a family-friendly floor plan, a separate living/media room with a gas fireplace, and a glass and steel-framed study. There’s a Wolf-appointed marble kitchen and a main bedroom with city views.
3 Victoria Avenue, Unley Park SA
Arguably one of Adelaide’s finest sandstone villas, this Victoria Avenue beauty is set on a 3865-square-metre block with a tennis court, heated pool and garden studio. The single-storey floor plan offers a choice of casual and formal living spaces including a huge home office and a handsome formal dining room with a pair of double doors extending to an al fresco courtyard.
30 Lambeth Avenue, Armadale VIC
If you hanker for a handsome heritage home but you also admire contemporary design, this expansive family property might be just the ticket. Beyond the c1902 facade, a substantial renovation and extension by B.E Architecture has delivered a host of modern luxuries, from the home theatre, wellness room and wine cellar to lifts for people and cars.
43A Crescent Road, Eumundi QLD
Set among trees on the fringe of town, a two-minute stroll from the famous Eumundi Markets, this multigenerational property cuts a striking silhouette with its black-stained cypress cladding and cantilevered roofline. The property comprises a three-bedroom main residence with a pool, and a two-bedroom loft-style secondary dwelling perfect for extended family, guests or as an extra income stream.
This article was originally published by Domain.com.au. Reproduced with permission.