Home Hunt: What’s hot in property

Lavender-scented gem on 6.5ha of rolling Adelaide Hills land, 30km from the CBD with vintage wood-fired Aga stove and an outdoor clawfoot bath for $1.9m. Dream on.

Pine Street, West Hobart

TAS Pine Street, West Hobart

“Minallo”, a grand 19th-century home on Hobart’s city fringe, blends period architecture and contemporary luxury. Set on 1726sqm with city and River Derwent views, it has four bedrooms, a study, hydronic heating, new bay windows and a modern kitchen. A linkway leads to a glass pavilion and double-height conservatory that catches winter sun and opens fully to a large deck. St Andrews Estate Agents, 0419 429 423. $3.5 million

Vale End, North Maleny

QLD Vale End, North Maleny

This 1890s four-bedroom homestead is set on 3ha in a coveted locale in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. A two-minute drive to cafes and boutiques, it offers a serene ambience thanks to mature trees, landscaped gardens and Obi Obi Creek. Inside, it has timber floors, VJ-lined walls, leadlight windows, high ceilings and French doors opening onto verandahs. Plantation shutters, modern bathrooms and a custom study are sophisticated updates. RE/MAX Hinterland, 0447 737 737. $3 million-plus

Riviera Avenue, Terrigal

NSW Riviera Ave, Terrigal

This five-bedroom, three-bathroom home on a 751sqm plot offers a lavish Central Coast lifestyle. A recent renovation has capitalised on the open-plan living area, with an upgraded high-end kitchen, integrated Miele appliances, bar space and opulent master suite with terrazzo-tiled bathroom. The three-car garage, home office and sheltered alfresco terrace are prized extras. It’s 20 minutes’ walk to Terrigal and the beach. LJ Hooker, 0403 661 499. $2.1 million

Hood Street, Warrnambool

VIC Hood Street, Warrnambool

Luxury and functionality come together in this home on the Shipwreck Coast featuring passive heating and cooling elements. The open-plan living space has polished concrete floors and connects to a deck barbecue, firepit and native gardens. All five bedrooms have storage, and there’s a separate studio. It’s 5km to coastal reserves. Harris & Wood, 0439 612 999. $640,000-$690,000

Lobethal Road, Lenswood

SA Lobethal Road, Lenswood

“Ode to the Orchard” is a charming 1890s stone cottage and coveted Airbnb gem on 6.5ha of rolling Adelaide Hills land, 30km from the CBD. It has a country-chic kitchen with a vintage wood-fired Aga stove and an outdoor clawfoot bath. A recent renovation included rewiring, and added aircon, fireplaces, a stylish bathroom, and a deck and firepit for enjoying the views. Rainwater tanks maintain the irrigated cottage gardens. Adcock Real Estate, 0418 816 874. $1.9 million-plus