Bundeena

An Antarctic whale rarely seen off Sydney was frolicking in the warm summer waters on Monday.

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Most neighbourhoods become more expensive over the past year, but some areas are a little cheaper than 12 months ago.

Tiny Bundeena, in the Royal National Park, feels more like a small country town than a Sydney suburb.

This cottage has so many suntraps and cosy spots that there is no need to "bags" your favourite.

A slew of Sydneysiders are now dividing their time between two home bases; a city pad and a home in the country or on the coast.

Hannah Tribe’s beach house was designed as a retreat from the city, and to promote a slower way of living.

Although Bundeena is just 29 kilometres south of Sydney's CBD, as the crow flies, life there seems a million miles away from the big city.

Ben Stubbs explores diverse landscapes on a national park walking trail on Sydney's southern doorstep.

Nicola Walker admires beach and bush from a user-friendly glasshouse.

Forget roughing it, the outdoor look this season is all about crisp linen and great cuisine, writes Christine Sams.