Home Hunt: what’s hot in property this week
With its pitched roof, front-facing gables and brick-and-sandstone construction, this restored mansion is just five minutes’ drive from the historic township of Ross.
NSW Binna Burra Road, Binna Burra
Set on a bucolic 8.56ha riverfront block 22km inland from Byron Bay, this lifestyle sanctuary has paddocks, walking tracks, organic fruit trees, a heated pool and a rustic barn for creative endeavours. The renovated homestead, with a relaxed white contemporary décor and blackbutt flooring, has three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen/dining/living area with glass sliding doors opening onto an entertainment deck kitted out with speakers and a luxurious bath. A self-contained studio with ensuite and kitchenette caters for guests.
First National Byron, 0428 888 660. $3.85-4 million
TAS Mona Vale Road, Ross
There’s no mistaking Wetmore’s Victorian Gothic Revival provenance, with its pitched roof, front-facing gables and brick-and-sandstone construction. It’s been restored and modernised inside – though the fireplaces, patterned tiling, ceiling roses, high ceilings and picture rails are original. There are six bedrooms, three bathrooms and multiple living and utility rooms, plus new hydronic heating and two wood-burning combustion heaters. It’s all set on a 3.2ha block five minutes’ drive from the historic township of Ross, one hour south of Launceston.
Howell Property Group, 0407 319 701. $3.5-4 million
SA The Avenue, Medindie
A contemporary extension beautifully complements the character features of this 1880 home set on 1858sqm of exquisitely landscaped gardens. It has four bedrooms, including a sumptuous master suite with walk-in robe, a children’s wing, formal living areas, a butler’s pantry in the kitchen, and a wine cellar. The all-weather entertainment pavilion, floodlit synthetic tennis court, swimming pool and off-street parking for eight cars delivers a resort vibe. It’s a walk to the local shops, cafes and Adelaide Oval.
Booth & Booth, 0413 000 887. $8.25-8.75 million
WA Lincoln Street, Highgate
Built in 1898, Lochindorb is a textbook example of the Federation Arts and Crafts style, filled with intricate detailing and period ambience. The five-bedroom home, extensively renovated in 2015, has expansive outdoor spaces – and behind the Rottnest Island sandstone façade are 3.6m-high ceilings, ornate cornices, original leadlight details, jarrah floors and brass highlights. The customised lighting, double rainfall shower heads, European tapware, new kitchen, double glazing and skyline views add to the elegance. There’s a study for WFH convenience, and it’s only 1.8km to the city.
Zsa Zsa Property, 0433 121 079. $2.2-2.5 million
QLD Hocking Street, Nambour
Brimming with charm and original features, this Queenslander is 20km inland from Sunshine Coast beaches and within walking distance of Nambour’s shops and transport. Set on 413sqm, behind a white picket fence, the three-bedroom home has a front veranda, double lattice doors, hardwood floors, VJ walls, decorative fretwork and two period-style bathrooms. The all-white country-chic kitchen has been updated and the lounge and dining room open to a deck via French doors.
Countryside Noosa, 0409 920 861. $650,000-$690,000
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