Seven of the best luxury homes for sale right now
By Kate Farrelly and Mary O'Brien
We’ve rounded up our top picks of the most luxurious properties across the country.
12/2 Musgrave Street, Kirra Qld
House-like in proportions, with soaring ceilings, wrap-around balconies, a private pool, a pilates studio and a gym, this newly completed, fully furnished penthouse claims the top two floors of Sur Kirra Beach. It has 30 metres of north-facing beach frontage and views over Stradbroke Island, the hinterland and Mount Warning. Step across the road to the beach and coastal walking paths.
55 John Street, Woollahra NSW
Punching well above its weight for a sub-300-square-metre lot, this multi-level residence is set midway between Queen Street village shops and cafes and the green expanse of Centennial Park. Designed by Madeleine Blanchfield Architects, the home comes with two large living zones, a Carrara marble kitchen, a separate self-contained studio, a gym and a wine cellar.
2927 Point Nepean Road, Blairgowrie Vic
Close to the marina, this tranquil designer retreat uses rammed earth and ironbark battens to blend into the landscape. The star is the central family room, which opens to a sunny courtyard with a pool and olive trees. Expect all the luxe extras plus a studio and solar-battery power. “The block has a blessed orientation,” the agent says.
19 Oak Street, Hawthorn Vic
With a fascinating backstory, this Victorian mansion has been impressing guests since the 1880s when Dame Nellie Melba used to visit. Grand features include wide verandahs and balconies with ornate fretwork and a leafy deck for garden parties. It has a pool, is close to Yarra trails and has second-storey “panoramic city views”, the agent says.
6 Seymour Grove, Brighton Vic
Shortlisted for the 2020 Australian Interior Design Awards, this carefully curated home stands out from the pack. Original features from the unusual Cape Dutch/Edwardian house shine, while designer Fiona Austin has created sublime contemporary living spaces. Steel-framed windows, a hero kitchen, plush finishes and Jhodie(CORR) Goy-designed gardens captivate. Close to the beach, Were Street shops and schools.
1 Nott Lane, Longueville NSW
Positioned directly in front of Arabella Street, famous for its gun-barrel Harbour Bridge outlook, this master-built home captures impressive Woodford Bay and bridge views from all three levels. High-quality fixtures and fittings include V-Zug and Gaggenau appliances, Italian travertine flooring and Canadian rock maple joinery throughout. The pool steps down to beautiful Peter Fudge-designed gardens.
39 Arcadia Street, Coogee NSW
This new apartment in the Tonkin Zulaikha Greer-designed Ballamac by Central Element is set to deliver panoramic views over the ocean and Wedding Cake Island. One of only eight residences being built within and alongside the beautiful 1860s Ballamac House, the home will feature light-filled, open-plan interiors by Mim Design, including a marble kitchen with Sub Zero and Wolf appliances.
This article was originally published by Domain.com.au. Reproduced with permission.