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Dream believer Find a forever home

W hat t o se e t h i s We ekend

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TOP OF THE CLASS

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INDEX What to see this Weekend p6 Neighbourhoods

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elcome to a new year of Domain. Buyers desiring to make a move into their dream home in 2020 will be pleased to see the quality of listings is breathtaking, even this early on, as the metro market cranks into gear after a quiet period over Christmas. Our cover property in glorious Merricks North is a nod to the excellent variety on offer, as provincial and city markets cross over, and tastes shift towards balancing a working life in the suburbs with the restorative quality of evenings and weekends spent at a slower pace. Last weekend, I popped in to the outstanding St Andrews Beach Brewery (should you wish to go, do check if they have any cold beverages left after the Powers’ visit) and this part of the world is truly heaven. The waiter, happily ferrying plates of chicken wings and chips to my family’s table, said this is the first week of peace and quiet for some stretch in those parts. And so, it’s an ideal time to head out and explore the wider market, as well as city listings.

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Modern Homes

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We would up stumps and move to a house like

this anywhere in the world. Sure, it helps that the ocean sits within metres of the front garden of this Palm Beach home and the framing foliage brings its languid glamour, but it’s the house itself that catches you. Is there anything as classically beautiful as an ocean front art deco that has been lovingly, carefully and beautifully updated? Imagine catching the sea breeze under one of the deep, lovely terraces that fan out from the ground floor onto the long lawn and swimming pool. If it’s sun you want, you can head up the external stair to the brilliant balcony on level one to watch the waves and the world go by. If privacy is your thing the main bedroom has its own ocean view balcony. The interiors are effortlessly lovely – crisp white walls against hardwood floors, all elegant tonal simplicity and divine arched doorways. We love its position as well, set back and framed by the gorgeous grassy terrace to maximise its showstopper appeal. LOU SWEENEY

OUR COVER 161 Foxeys Road, Merricks North,

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HAWTHORN EAST 2a Harcourt Street $3.9 million-$4.2 million

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A distinctive private sanctuary is tucked away in this blue-chip pocket behind a high wall and double-garage entry. There’s a mix and merge of moods and split levels. Magnificent original rooms of a Victorian-era residence front an L-shaped wing containing a family room and impressive kitchen, as well as the main bedroom (with retreat/study and sauna above). All face inwards to a landscaped courtyard with water-feature pond and pool. Auction: 12.30pm, February 22 Agent: Kay & Burton, Judy Balloch 0408 753 877

SOUTH YARRA 6 Stanley Street $2.85 million

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Perfectly proportioned as a singlelevel inner-city pad, this free-standing Victorian home welcomes you with a sweet lace-trimmed return verandah and white shutters against mid-grey weatherboards, and surprises you with a fabulous tiled pool in the back garden. There’s also an outdoor barbecue kitchen on the deck, a seamless extension of a living room featuring dark timber floors and a vaulted ceiling. Stroll from this cul-de-sac to Chapel Street eateries, Rockley Gardens greenery and cinemas at Jam Factory and Como. Private sale Agent: Marshall White, Nicholas Brooks 0419 883 136

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BRIGHTON EAST

LAST WEEKEND

9 Granter Street $2.25 million-$2.4 million

Clearance rate

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A New York Premium marble kitchen-island bench makes a dramatic statement in the open-plan

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living area of this new cul-de-sac

What the agent says

townhouse, one of many “wow” inclusions. Note the luxury of a lift to its three levels, from basement hometheatre to a tree-top main bedroom. Auction: 12.30pm, February 15 Agent: Marshall White, Matthew Pillios 0408 145 982

Peter Vigano

Jellis Craig

The buyers who are most active this time of year are families who are well rested over the holiday season and have made the

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decision to move into

78 York Street

larger houses.

$2.3 million-$2.5 million

Highest sale

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KEW

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The variety of interested buyers

18 Finhaven Court

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proves the flexibility that local

$2.7 million-$2.9 million

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architect David Luck injected into the floor plan of this double-fronted

the listing

Victorian house when it was

$1.855 million HARKAWAY

224-232 Harkaway Road WOW FACTOR

Spacious

open-plan living, kitchen and dining

renovated 10 years ago. There are

In one of stately Studley Park’s quiet

area has glass around two sides

bedrooms with en suites, a fitted

courts, this two-year-old house uses

and rises to a double-height ceiling.

study with fireplace looking out to the

good, simple design to maximise a

Three bedrooms and study occupy

tiled front verandah and a huge third

320-square-metre site shaved off a

the first level and above that the

bedroom with sliding glass doors to a

large neighbouring property and

main bedroom and en suite have

sunny balcony.

create a sophisticated home suited

city and river views.

Auction: 1.30pm, February 22

to a family with older kids, or a couple.

Auction: 11am, February 22

set on five acres. Sold

Agent: Marshall White,

Past a two-car stacker-garage, the

Agent: Jellis Craig,

by O’Brien Real Estate.

Jack Moss 0439 378 954

four-bedroom home

Peter Vigano 0407 301 224

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mlc.vic.edu.au +61 3 9274 6316 d Kew 207 Barkers Road tralia Victoria 3101 Australia

be inspired. be great. be you. At MLC no dream m is too big, whether it is porting, musical, creative, technological, sporting, ombination of all these. academic or a combination ssibilities at Discover the possibilities our 2020 Open Mornings: uary Saturday, 15 February ry Friday, 21 February Friday, 22 May Saturday, 23 May Friday, 24 July ber Friday, 4 September er Friday, 16 October

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NEIGHBOURHOODS / K E W B y L ARIS SA D U B ECKI

Clearance rate

68.9% Median price houses

$1.975m Median price units

$711,000 Top sales 1. 407 Barkers Road $7 million 2. 21 John Street $6.885 million 3. 7 Wrixon Street $6.65 million 4. 32 Alfred Street $6.5 million

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5. 52a Molesworth Street $6.12 million

ant to know when school’s back after the summer break? Simple: just head to Kew to witness the sudden flurry of on-road activity when the parents’ school shuttle service swings back into action. Its concentration of top private schools is the highest in Melbourne (and one of the highest of any postcode nationally). Add the fact that the suburb is reasonably compact, and it means no resident is far from one of them.

On a weekday it’s almost impossible to miss the red-trimmed black blazer of Xavier, founded on Barkers Road in 1872, or the dark green blazer of MLC, founded a few hundred metres to the east only a decade later and boasting alumni that includes actress Cate Blanchett and former attorneygeneral Nicola Roxon. But possession of school-aged children is not the only reason to covet this privileged patch of Melbourne’s inner east. Its built history includes stunning

heritage gems on large, leafy blocks. The grandest of them all is Raheen, the Italianate mansion lording over Studley Park Road since the 1870s, which since 1981 has been acting as the billionaire Pratt family’s bolthole. But while Kew is a suburb with its feet in the past, it’s looking to a magazine-glossy future. You don’t get to be a suburb with houses barking at a $2 million average without providing the full gamut of creature comforts for well-heeled residents. Kew’s reputation over the past

decade has gone from “august but a little boring” to “why would you need to leave?” thanks to the arrival of the likes of the rule-breaking Lyon Housemuseum, a hybrid residence and contemporary art museum, and hospitality businesses such as the charming Glenferrie Road cafe and wine bar Cru. If you do need to leave Kew, it’s not that difficult. Befitting a ’burb only five kilometres from the CBD, there are trams and buses plus the Eastern Freeway. But … why would you?

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Located on Barkers Road, Methodist Ladies’ College welcomes students from just 6 weeks old through to year 12. The large all-girls school offers one of the broadest curricula in Australia, with over 60 subjects in VCE and the International Baccalaureate program, plus a range of co-curricular options. The College aims to provide a well-rounded education, with unique learning opportunities like the chance for year 9 students to spend a term

living at their remote campus in Croajingolong National Park. You can visit MLC at their next open mornings in February. mlc.vic.edu.au

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MOUNT ELIZA 55 Canadian Bay Road $3.75 million-$4 million

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This huge bayside mansion is attracting strong interest from interstate, overseas and as close by as Carlton, its agent says. “This has a second separate living and kitchen, and bathroom in the pool house at the rear, which is a real advantage for families with multiple generations, like teens or older relatives, or regular visitors,” he says. The vendor, who has owned the property since 2017, has updated its main American oak kitchen. Other highlights

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include partial bay views

20 Mona Place

25a and 25b Wolseley Grove

from its upper level, large

$8 million-$8.8 million

$4.795 million each

entertaining terrace overlooking lush tiered lawn,

a tennis court and infinity

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pool. There is also a spa and

Caslake House is named

sauna, a home office, a wine

after the wrought-iron

room, and an internal lift.

master craftsmen of its

enhanced by additional living

reached the executive

Both have three bathrooms,

1930s era, but it’s the

areas, a new kitchen and

housing market. This

a pool, lift access, and

restaurants are at the end

names of renowned original

complementary landscaping.

creation delivers two four-

heated and covered outdoor

of its street.

architect Marcus Martin and

Private auction:

bedroom homes with a keen

entertaining areas.

Auction: 11am, February 15

more recent renovation

February 25

flair for natural decor, colour

Private sale

Agent: McEwing & Partners,

designers Powell & Glenn

Agent: Abercromby’s,

and seamless indoor-

Agent: Devlin Private Sales

Quentin McEwing

that combine to give it

Jock Langley 0419 530 008

outdoor flow. Each residence

and Projects,

0409 389 268

enduring refinement and

has four car spaces in secure

Brian Devlin 0419 395 241

liveability. Original character

basement garaging, plus a

is preserved, refurbished and

turntable for easy access.

Village cafes and

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A pair of three-storey

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designer townhouses has

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CAULFIELD NORTH

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WHEELERS HILL

14 Polo Parade

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279-281 Jells Road

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$4.1 million-$4.5 million

the listing

$3.2 million-$3.5 million

the listing

Spanish Mission style. Bedrooms are

upstairs, and entertaining and living

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living areas and a huge separate studio with en suite.

This property with impressive street

rooms flow to a covered deck.

For multigenerational families, this

Expressions of interest: close 5pm,

presence, in prime family territory for

Auction: 4.30pm, February 23

contemporary residence offers well-

February 24

elite schools, has had an extensive

Agent: Gary Peer,

zoned spaces for harmonious living. It

Agent: RT Edgar,

architectural renovation of its original

Darren Krongold 0438 515 433

has bedrooms on each level, multiple

Annabelle Feng 0409 384 144

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HOUSE OF THE WEEK B y LO U SWE E N E Y

Need to know: The property was last sold for $3.575 million in November 2009. The highest recorded house price for Merricks North (past 12 months) was $4.625 million for 150 Balnarring Road in June 2019.

Recent Sales $3.8 million 271 Bittern Dromana Road, November 2019

Change of pace

he Mornington Peninsula hinterland is a glorious part of the world – lush, productive, serene and restorative. The green hills accommodate vineyards, expansive farmlands and the post-and-rail, picture-perfection of horse studs. Then there are the beaches, fine dining and boutique accommodation dotted throughout the lovely landscape. Occupying just over 30 hectares, there’s the neat alchemy to this property of both working concern and lush retreat; it takes hold as soon as you drive up the tree-lined driveway to the gorgeous home. The entry opens onto a gallery-like foyer with a full-size picture window over the sweep of green garden. Walking towards that view the home opens up and offers a study on one side of the glass and a media room on the other. Both open out onto the fabulous deck that wraps around the front edge of the home. A hallway right takes you to the bedroom wing – one with its own

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$2.25 million 8 Craig Avon Lane, September 2019 $2.475 million 222 Bittern Dromana Road, May 2019

MERRICKS NORTH 161 Foxeys Road

What the agent says

$9 million-$9.9 million

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en suite section and three further bedrooms sharing a chic bathroom. The main bedroom is glorious with a walk-through wardrobe to a sharp en suite with textured grey stone tiling. There’s terrific country views too, and access to that broad deck. The cathedral ceiling in the livingdining room catches the light from the wall of bifold glass over the deck, the pool and the bucolic vistas.

The generous kitchen has a long timber breakfast bench, a central marble-topped island and stainless steel preparation benches to the side. A butler’s pantry completes the impressive section. Outside, a large barn houses a sophisticated equine set-up with stables. A menage-arena sits just beyond as well as 22 paddocks, dam, cattle yards and a swathe of natural bushland.

Tom Barr Smith

Kay & Burton

A superb lifestyle property that includes a beautifully renovated home and outstanding equestrian facilities in tightly held Merricks North.

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BALNARRING BEACH 2 Gilels Way $4.95 million

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The story of Mornington Peninsula estate Balmara starts with “a lot of land and a lot of lifestyle”, according to the agent. One of just three within a gated community on the township’s edge, enjoying the freshest beach and country air, the one-hectare property has at its heart a luxurious single-level contemporary house and accessories that include a magnificent pool, spa, cubby house, floodlit tennis court and pool house. Meticulous detail in architecture, materials, inclusions and landscaping take it to the next level. Private sale Agent: Kay & Burton, Andrew Hines 0400 630 630

ALPHINGTON

LOWER PLENTY

PORTSEA

47 Lucerne Crescent

5 Amberley Way

4 Tranquility Court

$2.8 million-$3 million

$3.4 million-$3.6 million

$3.35 million-$3.685 million

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It’s city-fringe with a country vibe in this sought-after

Everything feels plentiful at this 6000-square-metre

The epitome of the Mornington Peninsula luxury

riverside pocket shielded from the hustle and bustle

property hugged by perimeter hedging. There’s space

holiday home, this Fremantle limestone residence is

by wetlands, bushland and verdant Latrobe Golf Club.

aplenty for a large family in the single-level dwelling

an elegant four-bedroom house with a first-class

The youthful decade-old house has a home office

to entertain around the sparkling pool and spa,

entertainer’s kitchen. There are vaulted ceilings, two

and living areas at ground level, four big bedrooms

floodlit tennis court and summer house.

large living zones, Italian floor tiles, storage rooms

upstairs, and a backyard pool and studio.

Expressions of interest: close 5pm, February 18

and an outdoor beach shower.

Auction: 1pm, February 22

Agent: Morrison Kleeman,

Expressions of interest

Agent: Jellis Craig, Paula Beavis 0407 267 366

Rocco Montanaro 0412 379 171

Agent: Kay & Burton, Liz Jensen 0418 446 228

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Beds

Sat Sun Price $000s

Agent

Address

Beds

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Sat Sun Price $000s

Agent

AUCTIONS Houses and Apartments *

103/317 New St*

1BR 10.30

POA

MW ONE

54 Lynch Cr

4BR

1.30

NPD

Nick Johnstone

7 Cavendish Pl

3BR 12.00

NPD

Nick Johnstone

609 Nepean Hy

3BR

12.30

NPD

Nick Johnstone

8 Regent St

3BR

11.00

NPD

Nick Johnstone

4BR 12.00

1.5M-1.65M

Woodards

790-850

Dingle Partners

2.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

4 Mernda Rd

5BR

11.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

4BR

11.00

POA

Marshall White

40A Parslow St

4BR 10.30

POA

Marshall White

67 Claremont Av

4BR

11.30

POA

Marshall White

13 Turner St

4BR

1.00

POA

Marshall White

7 Washington Av

3BR

12.30

POA

Marshall White

4BR

1.00

POA

Cayzer

1 Laurencia Ct

4BR

12.45

POA

Marshall White

54 Churchill St

5BR

2.30

POA

Marshall White

25A Murray St*

3BR

11.30

POA

Marshall White

35 Mackay St

2BR

12.15

POA

Marshall White

5 Packington Pl

3BR 10.45

POA

Marshall White

3BR

9.45

POA

Marshall White

1/65 Alexandra Av*

2BR

9.30

POA

Marshall White

23 Como Av

4BR

11.30

POA

Marshall White

61A Hawksburn Rd*

3BR 10.00

POA

Marshall White

95 Millswyn St

5BR

11.00

NPD

RT Edgar

4BR

2.30

POA

Jellis Craig

11 Toorak Av

4BR 12.00

POA

Marshall White

192 Williams Rd

3BR

1.15

POA

Marshall White

MIDDLE PARK 117 Harold St

MURRUMBEENA 13 Lydson St

4BR

MALVERN EAST

MOONEE PONDS 1.00

3BR

12.30

1.5M-1.6M

Agent

3 St Martins Cl

24 Embling Rd

MONT ALBERT NORTH

2BR

Sat Sun Price $000s

MALVERN

BRIGHTON EAST

23 Addison St

Beds

KOOYONG

BRIGHTON

3 Courbrant Cr

Address

MONT ALBERT

Woodards

WEEKEND OPEN FOR INSPECTIONS Houses and Apartments *

PRAHRAN ABBOTSFORD 3/651 Victoria St*

4BR 12.00

12.00

600+ McGrath Projects

ALBERT PARK 29 Philipson St

3BR

RICHMOND

11.15

POA

Cayzer

14B Clarendon St*

2BR 10.45

POA

Marshall White

Auctioneer Rohan White from Buxton calls for bids; the listing of

34B Wattletree Rd

3BR

11.30

POA

Marshall White

quality homes signals the market’s recovery.

62 Denbigh Rd

5BR 12.00

POA

Jellis Craig

5BR

POA

Marshall White

ARMADALE

BALWYN NORTH 21 Lemon Rd

GLEN IRIS 12.15

BRIGHTON 21 Norwood Av

NPD

Follett & Co.

4BR

5BR 10.00

POA

Marshall White

171 Mont Albert Rd

4BR

11.00

POA

Marshall White

45 Matlock St

4BR 10.00

POA

Marshall White

CAMBERWELL CANTERBURY

CLIFTON HILL 73 Hodgkinson St

4BR

11.00

37-4m

Anton Zhouk

4BR

1.30

POA

Marshall White

4BR

1.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

ELWOOD 15 Byron St

4BR 10.00 4BR 10.45

POA POA

Marshall White Marshall White

HAMPTON 22 New St

SOUTH YARRA

SURREY HILLS 4BR

3.30

POA

Marshall White

16 View St

5BR

1.00

POA

Marshall White

19 Fairview St

3BR

1.00

NPD

RT Edgar

862 Glenferrie Rd*

4BR

3.00

NPD

Kay & Burton

5BR 10.45

POA

Marshall White

HAWTHORN

4 Albert Cr

TOORAK

HAWTHORN EAST 14 Mowbray St

ELSTERNWICK 17 Davis St

14 Aintree Rd 36 Erica Av

12.30

32 Pine Av

STEPHEN McKENZIE

94 Brighton St

KEW 108 Sackville St

6BR

11.30

POA

Marshall White

4 Balmoral Av

4BR 10.00

POA

Marshall White

2 Montalto Av

4BR

1.00

POA

Marshall White

61 Albany Rd

4BR

11.30

POA

Marshall White

8/2 Lansell Ct*

3BR 12.00

NPD

RT Edgar

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ALBERT PARK

MIDDLE PARK 117 Harold Street

ALDER • One of Middle Park’s largest allotments: 17.1 m x 41.1m - 705 sqm approx.

100 metres from beach, moments to Villages, lake, schools and public transport.

• Corner position with 3 street frontages

First time oﬀered since 1964, this incredible freestanding “Federation” is a once in a lifetime opportunity to create one of the district’s ﬁnest family homes (STCA).

• Flexible ﬂoorplan, nine principle rooms • Enormous sun-drenched back yard • Exquisite bay window, timber fretwork • Original leadlight windows throughout • 3.7 m approx. ceilings, open ﬁreplaces • Double garage

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ALBERT PARK 29 Philipson Street

DEDICATED TO EXCELLENCE Free standing Edwardian with exceptional high ﬁnishes throughout. Two downstairs double bedrooms with BIR’s, spacious living zone, modern kitchen, adjacent dining, glass doors open to private paved courtyard. Upstairs: Serene main bedroom with city skyline views, his and hers wardrobe and ensuite.

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Sat 11.15-11.45am, Tues 12.45-1.15pm & Thurs 5.30-6pm Auction Saturday 22nd February at 1pm Contact Simon Carruthers 0438 811 601 Geoﬀ Cayzer 9690 9782 Tara Goss 0423 765 765

Albert Park 03 9699 5999

Port Melbourne 03 9646 0812

PORT MELBOURNE 132 Ross Street

Sat 1-1.30pm, Tues 2-2.30pm & Thurs 2-2.30pm Saturday 29 February at 2.30pm Simon Carruthers 0438 811 601 Michael Szulc 0417 122 809 Geoﬀ Cayzer 9690 9782 3

LUXURIOUS ARCHITECT DESIGNED RESIDENCE • Bespoke entertainer’s town residence • Three bedrooms and three bathrooms • Lock up garage, separate home oﬀice Home theatre and cellar room, beautifully appointed designer kitchen, living and dining and fully decked courtyard garden with built in BBQ and lap pool.

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Sat 12-12.30pm, Tues 1-1.30pm & Thurs 12-12.30pm Auction Saturday 29 February at 11am Contact Michael Szulc 0417 122 809 Geoﬀ Cayzer 9690 9782

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GREG HOCKING HOLDSWORTH

370 Danks Street, Middle Park Sensitively renovated, solid brick, 4 bedroom Edwardian home with an easy flow to an open-plan, al fresco rear, near Armstrong St and the beach. Rich in leadlight windows, towering pressed metal ceilings and marble fire places, as well as a more contemporary kitchen, a pair of up-dated bathrooms and a self-contained studio above the garage. Land size 262 sqm (7.8m x 33.3m) approx.

Albert Park 8644 5500

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A4 B3 C1 Auction Sat 22nd February at 10.30am Price Contact Agent Inspect Sat 2.30-3pm Wed 12-12.30pm Contact Simon Gowling 0422 234 644 Max Mercuri 0431 043 723

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ALBERT PARK

GREG HOCKING HOLDSWORTH

36 St Vincent Place North, Albert Park Grand, generous and graceful, this classically refined Victorian Terrace occupies one of Melbourneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most desirable positions. Features formal living and dining, open plan domain with sleek kitchen, landscaped garden surrounds, north facing rear courtyard with pool and covered deck, four generous bedrooms with robes, two balconies, two family bathrooms, large wine cellar, versatile retreat and laundry. Land size 370sqm (7.65m x 48.1m) approx.

Price

Contact Agent

EOI

close 2nd Mar at 5pm

Inspect Sat 1.30-2pm Wed 6.30-7pm Contact Simon Gowling 0422 234 644 Max Mercuri 0431 043 723

Albert Park 8644 5500

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GREG HOCKING HOLDSWORTH

47 Nimmo Street, Middle Park The architectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own renovation of this double-fronted, solid brick, 4 bedroom, Victorian residence has created an easy flow from open-plan living to a deck sheltered by a clever retractable UV screen to captivate entertainers. Also features a master bedroom with ensuite, 2 offices, hydronic heat, split system cooling and solar power between Armstrong St and the waterfront. Land size 370sqm approx. (12.58m X 29.29m).

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61 Draper Street, Albert Park This strikingly renovated 3 bedroom Victorian residence is a captivating al fresco entertainer within metres of St Vincent Gardens and Bridport St. Vast open-plan living with a Miele-equipped and marble-topped kitchen flows to poolside outdoor living, in a quality-rich home with a vogue master ensuite and main bathroom as well as terrific robes, ducted heat and cooling.

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Contact Agent close 24th Feb at 4pm Sat 9.15-9.45am Wed 5.45-6.15pm Simon Gowling 0422 234 644 Max Mercuri 0431 043 723

Sat 15th February at 12.30pm Sat 11-11.30am Wed 5-5.30pm Warwick Gardiner 0438 308 555 Greg Hocking 0418 329 961 Jansen Spencer 0408 502 555

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25a & 25b Wolseley Grove Brighton

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Positioned on the north side of one of Brightonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favourite streets, these two new independent 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom Brian Devlin 0419 395 241 residences incorporate functionality with contemporary devlin@devlinproperty.com.au living. Whilst similar, the configuration of each home Trudy Biggin 0417 127 528 provides subtle alternatives.

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31A Church Street, Brighton

21 Norwood Avenue, Brighton

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24 Sherwood Avenue, Chelsea Grand opening this weekend - 5 luxury units in boutique development

Price from $579.000

A short walk to the beach and Chelsea village, this luxury development offers convenient, coastal-inspired living moments from shops, cafes, the train station and Bicentennial Park. Beautifully refurbished throughout, the 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom units feature a light-ﬁlled design with European Oak ﬂoors, stone benchtops, a well-appointed kitchen, an open-plan living/dining area and private yard with a sun-drenched deck • FIRST HOME BUYERS ZERO STAMP DUTY. • FIRST 2 LUCKY BUYERS WILL EMBARK ON A 2 NIGHT LUXURY HOLIDAY FOR 2 AT ONE OF THE MOST EXCLUSIVE AND SOUGHT-AFTER DESTINATIONS ON QUEENSLAND'S GOLD COAST THE PALAZZO VERSACE LUXURY RESORT - INCLUDES AIRFARES & BUFFET BREAKFAST. • GRAND OPENING THIS SATURDAY 8TH FEB 11.30 AM TO 12.30 PM - ENJOY A COMPLIMENTARY COFFEE & SAUSAGE SIZZLE.

Sheree Hay 0414 262 362 James Vakrinos 0439 888 288

73 Hodgkinson Street, Clifton Hill 4 BED

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The big picture. With its magnificent heritage facade and impressive street presence, this iconic 1889 Victorian terrace “Collingwood” is one of Clifton Hill’s finest homes and a rare offering. Soaring ceilings and other glorious period features balance brilliantly with a modern rear transformation. Light, space and a perfect layout for the growing family.

Auction Saturday 22nd February at 10:30am

Inspection Saturday 11–11:30am Wednesday 12–12:30pm 0430 224 438 Anton Zhouk Julia Verdiants 0433 273 107 www.antonzhouk.com.au

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19 Fairview Street Hawthorn Brilliant Fairview park, Yarra River and city views highlight this fantas�c architect designed, beau�fully built and constructed family home. Set over 3 levels with mul�ple living zones, outdoor terraces, 3 bedrooms, study/library or 4th bedroom, pool, double garaging, 790sqm approx. of prime land, close to Glenferrie Road shops and leading schools. www.rtedgar.com AUCTION Saturday 29th February at 12:00pm (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday 1.00-1.30am, Thursday 2.00-2.30pm & 6.00-6.30pm | PRICE Contact Agent Anthony Grimwade 0418 382 226 | Tim Wilson 0419 726 769

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This stimulating residence by renowned architects Multiplicity "...is a piece of art...that will appeal to someone who really understands not just architecture, but how difficult it is to transform what was once a heritage building into something that is so fine". (Stephen Crafti). A finalist in the Habitus Home of The Year 2019, moments from the Queen Victoria Market and the CBD. Sublime. View: By Appointment

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Contact: Simon Curtain 0405 385 285 Jock Langley 0419 530 008 Office 9864 5300

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20 Mona Place

Â´Caslake HouseÂ´, a spectacular Marcus Martin family residence recently renovated under the guidance of Powell & Glenn Architects. Surrounded by Kate Seddon gardens. Enjoying spacious sundrenched formal and informal living zones with garaging for two cars. A highly desirable location close to elite private schools, moments from the Royal Botanic Gardens, Toorak Road restaurants, tram routes, the Yarra River and bike tracks to the city.

Private Auction: Tuesday 25th February View: By Appointment Saturday & Thursday 11.00-11.30am 24/7 View: caslakehouse.com.au Contact: Jock Langley 0419 530 008 Emma Pierson 0409 182 310 Office 9864 5300

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95 Millswyn Street South Yarra Freestanding renovated 5 bedroom residence in this highly sought a�er Botanic Gardens precinct. Close to Domain Road shops, The Tan, Fawkner Park, leading schools and transport. Comprising: entrance hall, open plan living/ dining room, gourmet kitchen, fourth bedroom with BIR's, study or fi�h bedroom, family bathroom and euro laundry. Upstairs: 3 double bedrooms (all with BIR's), main bathroom, large private rear garden, wide oak floors and off street parking. Perfectly livable as is with scope to add further value or rebuild with no heritage overlay, STCA. This a rare opportunity in the �ghtly held Domain precinct not to be missed. www.rtedgar.com AUCTION Saturday 29th February at 11:00am (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday 11.00-11.30am & Thursday 1.00-1.30pm PRICE Contact Agent Antoine�e Nido 0419 654 856 Michael Ebeling 0418 338 811

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8/2 Lansell Court Toorak This stunning light ﬁlled, north-facing, penthouse apartment is within a short walk to Toorak Village shops. Comprising: security entrance, li�, wide entrance hall, oversized si�ng room/dining room, large �mber panelled library, gourmet granite kitchen with casual meals area, 3 double bedrooms (all with ensuites), basement parking for 2 cars and storage room.

2002 Eltham Yarra Glen Road, Yarra Glen For Sale Price Contact Agent 6 BEDS | 4 BATHS | 10 CARS Inspect By appointment

French Provincial style masterpiece 42 hectare (approx.) landholding Treated to views of the Yarra Valley Multiple living/entertaining areas Fully-equipped bar with wine cellar

Contact Tristan Messerle 0438 176 416 Sam Babalis 0419 513 197

www.rtedgar.com AUCTION Saturday 29th February at 11:00am (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday & Wednesday 12.00-12.30pm | PRICE Contact Agent Michael Ebeling 0418 338 811 | Antoine�e Nido 0419 654 856

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MORNINGTON 26-28 Strachans Road $1.85 million-$2 million

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Built in the 1860s and believed to be one of Mornington’s earliest houses, this three-bedroom Georgian-style home is on two titles. Four rooms at the front of the home, all with fireplaces, flank a central hallway that leads to four more rooms at the back,

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4 Bluff Avenue Flinders With its striking shingled roof and extensive natural stone complemen�ng a cool grey facade, this superb property would be equally at home in The Hamptons as it is in this exclusive Flinders cul-de-sac. On a manageable half acre (approx) showcasing uninterrupted rural and ocean views, the luxurious five bedroom home offers fabulous flexibility over two exci�ng levels, with indulgent al fresco op�ons encircling an invi�ng pool and spa. Comprehensively appointed in line with its pres�ge appeal, it also offers two double garages, internal li�, ducted vacuum. Shared private walkway with direct beach access.

AUCTION Sunday 23rd Feb at 11:00am (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday & Sunday 11.00-11.45am Paul Armstrong 0418 624 962 Michael Parker 0428 540 500

404 Shands Road Main Ridge Set beyond a long drive in a peaceful, picturesque environment, this outstanding 27 acre (approx) property delivers a superb panorama across a level lawn to rolling rural surrounds. Immediately comfortable and invi�ng, the amply accommoda�ng home offers five bedrooms, three bathrooms and mul�ple living zones. Further enhanced by res�ul creek frontage, ample shedding and thriving truffle and avocado planta�ons, simply move in and enjoy or customise to suit individual requirements. Two adjoining �tles (10 and 25 acres approx) available for purchase if larger land size is required.

AUCTION Saturday 7th March at 1:00pm (Unless Sold Prior) VIEW Saturday & Sunday 2.30-3.00pm Paul Armstrong 0418 624 962 | Holly Longmuir 0425 737 674 50

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55 Canadian Bay Road Mount Eliza A breathtaking blend of opulent grandeur and resort style luxury, this beau�ful manor in Mount Eliza’s famed Golden Mile delivers an unparalleled lifestyle a short stroll to the vibrant village and Canadian Bay Beach. Proudly posi�oned on nearly an acre (approx) with an infinity edge heated pool and flood-lit mod-grass tennis court, the five bedroom, five bathroom residence showcases an exquisite refurbishment of the highest quality. The property features four living areas, an American oak kitchen, adjoining 'pool house' with sauna, second kitchen, bi-fold doors that open directly to the poolside alfresco area and an upper level balcony offering a stunning outlook over the property with glimpses over the bay to Melbourne’s city skyline. AUCTION Saturday 15th 15th February February at at 11:00am 11:00am (Unless (Unless Sold Sold Prior) Prior) AUCTION Saturday VIEW Saturday & Sunday 3.00 - 3.30pm JamesPaynter Paynter0418 0418390 390133 133||CONJ Samantha Moffa� 0431 702 838 RT EDGAR James AGENT Quen�n McEwing 0409 389 268

4 Esplanade Williamstown

14-16 Eleva Road Healesville

Exis�ng within a class of its own, this exclusive seaside sanctuary is beyond compare, exuding enduring classical elegance, lavish dimensions and luxurious living. Boasts stunning views, vast entertaining domains, pool, 5 bedrooms, grand master, roo�op deck, oﬃce, solar, double garage, lo�/6th bedroom and more. Near cafes, shops, clubs, beach, schools, train, ferries & freeway.

STONYHURST sits on an elevated posi�on, providing spectacular views of the Yarra Valley. This tastefully renovated 5-bed Federa�on home on a desirable 4 acres (approx.) is 3-minutes from Healesville town centre. A grand 1917 home, sure to impress, with beau�fully preserved period details. The opportunity to secure a property of this quality in such a great loca�on is rare. rtedgar.com.au

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSES 13TH MARCH AT 5:00PM VIEW Please contact agent to register interest to inspect Joanne Royston 0402 996 622 | Reece Pearson 0421 380 996

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26-28 Strachans Road Mornington This Georgian-style home occupies 2 �tles on 1238 sqm (approx.) and is being offered for the first �me in 30 years in its en�rety or as two separate lots of equal dimensions, further subdivision STCA. Built in the early 1860s, the 3bedroom dwelling features hand-made bricks, a Cornish slate roof, 5 OFPs, solid Bal�c �mber floors and pressed �n ceilings. A dining and lounge in the original home as well as a summer room provide plenty of living op�ons whilst a full bathroom complements a second WC. Only 350m to Fisherman’s Beach, the story of this property awaits a new chapter.

FOR SALE Sale by Set Date Monday 17 February 2020 at 12pm VIEW Saturday 10.00 -10.30am Vicki Sayers 0410 416 987 Ruby Smith 0487 681 933

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eldersrealestate.com.au ‘MT MONSTER’ Keith South East SA | 271 HA / 670 AC

Blue Ribbon Irrigation, Lucerne Hay, Seed and Grazing Huge 1524.5 Meg Water Licence including delivery supplement, safe underground water, drought proof your operation today • Same family ownership since 1996, located approximately 11km South of Keith on the Riddoch Highway and only 240km South East of Adelaide within a 450mm average rainfall area • Approximately 615 acres of lazer levelled flood irrigation sown to Lucerne for hay and seed production, 9 high yielding irrigation bores to interconnecting channels, all irrigation pumps being powered by Three phase electric motors • Soils consist of fertile flat red to brown loams over limestone

• Irrigation all sown to certified Siriver Lucerne and uncertified Siriver and Aurora, a real feature is the rubble road network, well fenced into 11 paddocks with bore water to troughs • Improvements include a substantial 3 sided hay shed, large workshop/machinery shed and 20’ container chemical shed A very rare opportunity to acquire such a versatile holding with such a large area of irrigation in the states south east, drought proof your operation, Inspection highly recommended.

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Closes Friday 28th February, 1 pm Venue Elders Keith Mike Lind 0408 892 362 Elders Keith 08 8755 0110 eldersrealestate.com.au/21742482 RLA:62833

‘HISTORIC WERTALOONA STATION’ North Flinders Ranges, SA | 2,549 km2

Established Circa 1854 • Prescribed maximum stocking rate 5940 cattle or 29700 sheep equivalents • Located North Flinders Ranges on the edge of Lake Frome and Gammon Ranges National Park • Spectacular and iconic landscape featuring Chambers Gorge and Big John Creek • Five main flood-out areas • 595 km north of Adelaide • Presently disposed of as an EU accredited and organically certified beef cattle station, also suitable for sheep meat and wool production

• Excellent water distribution with 28 bores, 10 dams, 5 main creeks and numerous water courses • Extensive network of graded station tracks • Excellent internal and boundary fencing • Quality improvements incl four main cattle yards, multiple sheds incl shearing shed • Three dwellings including new transportable home Enquiries and inspection strictly by appointment with the exclusive selling agent

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Closing Friday 6th March, 11.00am Tom Russo 0409 873 837 Philip Keen 0438 308 650 Bruce Cameron 0429 471 966 Elders Adelaide eldersrealestate.com.au/21709430 RLA:62833

‘PRIME SHEEP GRAZING AND CROPPING’ Keith, Upper South East SA | 1,232.8 HA / 3,046 AC

For Sale as a Whole or in 3 lots

18 Schomberg Road, Peterborough, VIC | 673m2

and outdoor undercover entertaining area, a car shed/work shop and a set of steel cattle yards ‘Arden Downs’ 442 ha, well fenced into 13 paddocks, bore water currently pumped from Martins to troughs, windmill to tank and troughs, new PVC bore unequipped, large 3 stand shearing shed, quality steel yards, Tumby tank toilet, implement shed and large new rubble pad (ready for future hay shed) ‘Martins’ 287.4 ha, well fenced into 13 paddocks, electric sub pump to tanks that reticulate to concrete troughs

Expression of Interest

Closes Friday 6th March, 1 pm Venue Elders Keith Mike Lind 0408 892 362 Elders Keith eldersrealestate.com.au/21770069 RLA:62833

As Rare as a Hole-In-One! A spectacular building allotment located in one of Peterboroughs most highly regarded and sought-after locations. With uninterrupted views to the south, taking in the renowned, picturesque coastline and the golf course in the foreground, this appealing residential parcel features: • 673m2 – vacant land • Services available • Zoning: (GRZ) General Residential First time offered for sale since the 1960’s! Ideally located on the Great Ocean Road and close to its iconic attractions, Peterborough is only 10 minutes to Port Campbell, 40 minutes to Warrnambool and 3 hours to Melbourne CBD. RE017

• Located 15 km East of Keith and 245 km South East of Adelaide in a 450mm average rainfall area with a bulk of standing feed • Attractive flat to gently undulating country, a large area has been either delved or clayed, 180 ha cropped and remainder grazed • Well pastured to Lucerne, Chickory, Phalaris, Clovers and natural grasses, well fenced in 40 paddocks, bore water to concrete troughs ‘Coonara’ 503 ha well fenced into 17 paddocks, electric sub pump and windmill to tanks that reticulate to concrete troughs. Improvements include a large renovated 4 bedroom and office home, large open living area with sparkling modern kitchen

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Close: Friday 28th February, 5.00pm Venue Elders Camperdown Rob Rickard 0407 354 025 Elders Camperdown eldersrealestate.com.au/21739204 DOM A IN

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LARUNDEL VIC, Cargerie via Meredith: Orrells Road 942HA* (2,328AC*)

+ One of Western Victoria’s most prestigious & elegant country estates, Larundel is currently utilised for ultra-fine Merino wool & prime lamb production and high yielding crops. + The impeccably restored 840sqm* Larundel homestead offers magnificent scale & comprises four bedrooms, a gentleman’s study, library, billiard room, multiple living zones, country kitchen & conservatory. + Set within 2Ha* of private & formal landscaped gardens, designed by the world-renowned garden designer Paul Bangay, Larundel is surrounded by rolling lawns, a championship tennis court & croquet lawn. + Includes garaging for nine cars, a helipad including a hanger, refuelling facility & airstrip. + Operational infrastructure includes a five-stand shearing shed & yards, silos, machinery, hay & workshop sheds together with dry storage & ancillary shedding. + 24* lineal km from Ballarat, 50* lineal km from Geelong & 85* lineal km from Melbourne. + Suited for ongoing farming, a prestigious private residential estate or conversion to boutique hotel/group accommodation. FOR SALE BY EXPRESSION OF INTEREST CLOSING THURSDAY 12TH MARCH 2020 AT 4.00PM (AEDT) DANNY THOMAS +61 439 349 977

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460 Merrawarp Road Barrabool Neuchatel C1861 This stunning residence provides a unique opportunity with over 150 years of history. On approx 2 acres and located in the prestigious rolling hills of Barrabool, approx 50 mins drive from Melb., the historic sandstone cottage comprises 3 BR’s, bathroom, kitchen, sep sitting room and a north-facing dining and lounge with PFB/OFP. 3x6m original basement cellar. Outdoor features inc original coach house, stables & English garden. For Sale $1,350,000 to $1,450,000 Contact Dale Whitford 0417 500 576 Heidi Trempel 0414 522 325 357 Pakington St Newtown Telephone 03 5222 1616

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For Sale $1,895,000 Online

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288 View St, Bendigo Elite City-Fringe Home • • • • • • •

historic Goldfields architecture walk to gallery, restaurants, theatre stunning formal reception rooms spacious country-style kitchen original stables and loft large block (approx. 1518m2) adjoining lot (1518m2) with tennis court & pool can be purchased if desired

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Springwater Farm - 32.6Ha (80 Acres)

Gracious architect designed eco-friendly 12 y.o. 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom plus study residence Outstanding high roofed steel framed clear span shedding that could accommodate 40-50 cars Excellent water from spring fed creek, bore and rainwater tanks Prime inner country location only 40 minutes Melbourne Airport or 60 minutes Melbourne CBD

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Magnificent views over undulating fields Very productive red volcanic soils Good fencing and established shelter trees Beautiful private established garden setting

Price: Contact Agent View Saturday 8 February 2-2.30pm or by appointment John Keating 0419 880 444 Sandi Barry-Mueller 0408 392 347 Peter Wood 0408 866 774 In conjunction with Statewide Property Advocacy

“Currawa Cottage” The Private Oasis! Exceptionally positioned on a secluded 12.5 acres (approx.) of tranquil bush surrounds, this outstanding lifestyle property presents a rare opportunity to call the broken river your backyard! “Currawa cottage farm” oozes character & charm of yesteryear and an 8ft veranda which surrounds the entire home while providing 360 degrees of idyllic bush views! Offering a huge master bedroom with WIR, Ensuite & French doors opening out to the veranda, encapsulating the serene early morning sunrise views, 2nd bedroom with BIR & Ensuite, other 3 bedrooms with BIR’s, large study, huge formal living area, stunning fully equipped kitchen meals area, open & grand dining/family area with a fantastic outlook that can be enjoyed at family dinners. Outside provides the pinnacle of lifestyle living with resort style features including fully decked undercover alfresco area, Tennis Hard Court ( recently resurfaced), heated inground pool, newly constructed outdoor area with stone fireplace, gazebo, BBQ, Woodfire pizza oven & fridge, amazing fire pit with seating area, 2 rare lakes/billabongs all within metres of the broken river! PRICE:

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CONTACT: Rocky Gagliardi 0407 826 542

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The epitome of Queensland’s tropical beauty, Solis is a stunning architectural response to one of the world’s most famous locations, Hamilton Island. Designed by renowned architect, Renato D’Ettorre, the iconic residence has been amassing accolades since its completion in 2010, celebrated for its sense of connectivity to its magnificent natural surroundings. Crafted from wonderfully uneven concrete, Solis sways away from a flat synthetic feel and, instead, showcases texture that creates a point of interest from every angle. And with the Coral Sea providing a breathtaking backdrop, the home acts as an organic extension of the ocean, achieved by a series of reflection ponds, shimmering pools, and idyllic terraces. Further signs of a wished-for modern beach house include a connected series of living spaces, three bedroom suites each with their own dramatic views, and varying entertaining spaces. Beyond this, the home’s freeflowing and functional design eliminates any superfluous detail, allowing the cool sea breezes, warm evenings, and spectacular sunsets to take centre stage.

Coral Sea backdrop.

The Pole House Fairhaven, Victoria It’s only befitting that one of Australia’s most iconic roads, the Great Ocean Road, would be home to an equally iconic dwelling, The Pole House. Supported by a single, hulking steel pole, this architectural gem is suspended 40 metres above Fairhaven Beach, complete with a glass balcony surrounding its perimeter, and appearing as though it is hovering over the nearby ocean.

Built in 1978 by architect and engineer Frank Dixon, this Victorian landmark was originally constructed mostly from wood, sadly falling into disrepair over time due to the sea air. New owners decided to undertake a complete overhaul in 2013, appointing Franco Fiorentini, from F2 Architecture, to create a state-ofthe-art construction that honours the original architect’s vision.

Fender House is a beautifully preserved mid-century marvel.

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Earning its distinction as the most photographed house along the famous coastline, today The Pole House is a luxury holiday home, welcoming guests to enter via the floating walkway. Once inside, the open-plan interior encourages cosy moments by the hanging fireplace, along with sweeping sea vistas from Aireys Inlet to Lorne, afforded by the floor-to-ceiling retracting glass walls.

Fender House Mount Martha, Victoria

forgetting that this modernist marvel is located within a beachside suburb, home to the famous bathing boxes of Victoria’s Mount Martha – proving that an Australian beach house is not a one-design-fits-all.

Sprawled across 1.4 hectares and nestled among the gum trees of Mount Martha, Fender House is a stunning example of midcentury living. Built and designed in 1973 by Australian icon and renowned architect Karl Fender, Fender House, spreads out over varying levels, and has been lovingly restored to its former glory. Clues of yesteryear present itself throughout this 1970s-style home, including split levels and wood panelling as well as original oversized windows and high ceilings. New additions such as terrazzo floors and vibrant green carpet, topped with collectable furniture and decor set the scene of a bygone era. As for outside, a Palm Springs-style pool acts as the main attraction, with its calming curves lending itself to mid-century style. As the property is surrounded by giant gums, you would be forgiven for

Thalia Haven Great Oyster Bay, Tasmania Secluded and by the sea, Thalia Haven is a breathtaking retreat, set on a private 52-hectare wooded peninsula, surrounded by the crystal clear waters of Tasmania’s Great Oyster Bay. Designed by Morrison & Breytenbach Architects, sustainability and locally-sourced natural materials are the prime focus of this seaside structure. The building itself is made from local ancient stones, while other features include flagstone floors, recycled hardwood windows and doors, and roof beams of reclaimed timber. Those keen on exploring have

exclusive access to a private beach and a 1000-tree olive grove, but for those who would prefer to stay put, there’s a large stone fireplace in the living room, and perhaps Australia’s most scenic and iconic outdoor bathtub, waiting on the deck outside. Tasmania may not come to mind when thinking of the typical Australian beach house, but after having a soak, alone with the stars, the moon and the Milky Way, one is thankful to have ventured into the seemingly untouched terrain.

Fishcakes Seal Rocks, New South Wales Set above the sand dunes of the small coastal enclave of Seal Rocks, Fishcakes honours the humble beginnings of the classic Australian beach house, stirring the nostalgic longing for a holiday home by the sea. Originally built in 1997 as a humble two-bedroom fibro shack with one fish smoker and eight toilets, of

which only one worked, Fishcakes has since been redesigned by awardwinning architects Rachael Bourne and Shane Blue of Bourne Blue Architecture. They have given new life to the structure, while retaining much of its original charm. Being one of just a handful of homes overlooking the white sand cove of Seal Rocks, Fishcakes has been designed to take full advantage of its picturesque position, featuring seafront apex windows complete with a well-positioned daybed – a perfect spot for reading, watching sunsets, or taking an afternoon nap. The property also features an openplan living and kitchen area, an indoor-outdoor flow which is maintained via garage-style glass doors, and a wind-protected central courtyard that connects the original house with three pavilion bedrooms. What’s more, Fishcakes’ unique elevated position means there are no signs of the main road, and no overlooking neighbours either.

Left to right: Thalia Haven retreat and iconic outdoor

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Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Sri Lanka, mimics the local rock formations.

Between a rock and a plush place

amouflage architecture is taking the world by storm and even high-end hotels are getting in on the action. Sri Lanka’s Wild Coast Tented Lodge convincingly blends into its rocky surrounds, but with interiors that need to be seen to be believed. The 36-tent safari camp is found on the edge of the Yala National Park, renowned for its leopard population. The main areas of the five-star eco-resort are dome-like structures that resemble boulders.

Spread among the rocky outcrops of the arid landscape with roofs made from reclaimed shingles, the domes merge so well into the terrain they can be hard to spot. Architects and landscape designers at Nomadic Resorts created the lodge to give visitors an intimate experience of Yala, which is made up of dryland forests on a coastline overlooking the Indian Ocean. Unlike typical luxury hotels, there is a little glitz and glamour here. The

architecture aims to celebrate the flora, fauna and culture of the area with minimal intrusion on the landscape. The eco-resort first came to the attention of Melbourne-based architect Pete Kennon through a friend’s Instagram account. “I noticed they went to this exact hotel recently and I kept seeing these images come up and I was just completely besotted,” he says. “It’s a really good example of how

hotels can move away from a singular experience to a localised experience. You can stay at one of the big franchises anywhere in the world and you get the same experience, so you get the experience of the Hilton in America, Europe or wherever because that’s their brand. Hotels offering landscape-inspired architecture provide richer cultural experiences for guests than standard hotels, says Kennon. He likens them to Australian wilderness retreats, such as Pumphouse Point at Lake St Clair in Tasmania. “Hotels like this offer a getaway weekend rather than a ‘let’s go pamper ourselves at a day spa’ weekend. This is the new idea of hotels where you get to understand where you’re going, you eat the local food, you drink the local drinks, you feel and touch the local materials and that’s what travel is all about.” Wild Coast Tented Lodge is owned by Resplendent Ceylon, a luxury accommodation company started in 2005 by the Fernando family behind world-renowned Dilmah tea. Despite its lack of extravagance, holidaymakers can still expect

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upmarket prices. Cocoon tents start at $US685 ($997) per night, while family tents start at $US852 ($1240). The impressive interiors of the resort may explain these prices. While the exteriors have a rugged style suited to the landscape, the interiors come alive with colour and texture. With the aim of creating an oasis inside a cave, Amsterdam’s Bo Reudler Studio has produced contemporary stylings with local materials including stone, quartz and mud brick paired with copper, brass, terrazzo, wood and bamboo. The main pavilions are made from a woven bamboo and feature large, arched openings and high vaulted ceilings to allow for ventilation. These are clustered together, close to the beachfront, and contain the open bar and restaurant. The pool is wrapped around a bar and connects to the restaurant by an indoor bridge. There’s also a library with a collection of books, fossils, dried plant samples and animals in specimen jars. The cocoon tents are organised into clusters resembling a leopard’s paw print. Each cluster overlooks a watering hole designed to attract wildlife, which guests can watch from the safety of elevated decks at the front of the tents. Much of the resort was constructed by members of the community including local fishermen who built the bamboo and tent constructions. A local rock carver created the boulder footing details of the main pavilions.

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three three-bed, Azura Townhomes; one one-bed, four two-bed, three three-bed Prices: Beachfront Collection $1.495 million-$2.9 million; Azura Apartments $559,000-$1.5 million; Azura Townhomes $750,000-$2.2 million Car parking: Every residence has between one and two car spaces Completion estimate: Late 2021 Agent: Lowe Living, Lisa Holbourn 0437 747 057

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A: You have a few options when it comes to showers over baths. The first is obviously to not do it at all. You can change a bath area into a shower alone by tiling and waterproofing for purpose and/or using a shower tray as a base. Chances are, though, if you have small children or dogs that need washing in a tub, or you just love a soak yourself but you’re tight on space the best solution is a showerbath combo.

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The key to making them look good and contemporary is choosing well when it comes to tiles or wall finishes, tapware, the location of your shower head and the position of your taps and spout so that you can maximise functionality. Choosing a good looking bath is a must also, and fortunately there is a plethora of options from the likes of Caroma, Reece, Rogerseller and Apaiser. There are free-standing-looking baths that are more sculptural in form, but make sure you have a flat lip on the edge that meets the wall where a shower screen will need to be. You can also play with the look of your shower screen as part of your design, whether that’s with a special glass finish such as a reeded glass, or a black metal frames. As with all design, it’s all in the details.

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Cleaning up, clearing out and giving every single room purpose by shedding the excess is very cathartic and will set you up for the best possible experience of your home now and into the future.

Plantation shutters can effectively dress up unsightly windows.

Q: How can I update the look of my ugly aluminium windows without replacing them? A: The best way to deal with something thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unattractive but hard to replace is to draw attention away from them. Installing window treatments would be your first go-to. If you use a plantation shutter, such as the range I used in my beach house from Carpet Court, the frame that the shutters sit within will largely obscure the aluminium window frames and what is not obscured by the frame will be diffused by the shutters themselves, drawing your eye forward to theÂ shutter. Roller blinds, roman blinds and venetians are also suitable options.

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An artful approach to minimalism Who: Irina Rybakov, owner of Pepite (pepite.com.au) and partner Carlo Demaio, a social impact strategist What: An art-filled apartment Where: Northcote, Victoria

rina Rybakov and partner Carlo Demaio moved into this apartment block in 2011, and left in 2013 to spend a year in Berlin. When they returned from Europe, they moved into a new apartment in the same beloved building. The building is also home to many members of Demaio’s family – his parents, 96-year-old grandmother, and brother all have apartments in the block. For some, this would be a nightmare, but for Rybakov and Demaio it is a dream. “Whenever another apartment comes up for lease, we’re always trying to recruit some friends to join our little compound,” Rybakov says. The apartment has been continually updated over the years, based on changes to the couple’s needs and lifestyles. “Carlo has pretty much doubled the overall storage space, by creating custom shelving anywhere he could find,” Rybakov says. Storage space is important for Rybakov, whose expansive collection

of beautiful ceramics is on display throughout the apartment. She says because they moved into a new building, they were mindful of adding soul and character. She explains how they layered personal touches in the new spaces “to make it completely our own, and compensate for the lack of previous history and features an older home may have”. The space is warm and casual, and the couple have balanced their contemporary items with authentic pieces. The pair are self-described as “pretty minimalist when it comes to colour” and their home reflects this with a timeless and neutral palette. Small splashes of colour pop out against an eclectic collection of artworks and objects, with Rybakov saying “they shine even more against a neutral background”. While the inside of this apartment is beautiful, for Rybakov and Demaio, the view is the real winner, with third-floor views and a nightly sky spectacle of glowing sunsets. The proximity to Merri Creek and the Northcote village is also a big plus, and as recent parents to twomonth-old Mila, having a swag of babysitters within the same apartment block is the icing on the cake.

Carlo built custom shelving throughout the home to showcase Irina’s ceramics collection, which includes pieces from Emily Ellis and Pip Byrne.

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Personalise a new home There’s a lot to love about a brand new home. Pristine paintwork, never-used-before appliances, and a blank canvas to call your own. But what about character? There’s always a way to add personality, even in the most modern, minimal of spaces. Consider the following ideas: ■

When choosing furniture,

resist the urge to have

The kitchen and dining

everything match. Instead, bring

area, above; Irina with

together contrasting styles and

her stellar ceramics

fabrics to add interest.

collection, below right.

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Look for ways to add texture,

starting with the floor – a good quality rug is a game-changer, and completely transforms the feel of a room. ■

Don’t hide your “stuff” away

–display objects and trinkets, grouped by theme, colour or material to create a cohesive look. ■

Artwork and lighting are the

“jewellery” of interiors – the finishing touch. Invest in an artwork, framed print or feature lamp to complete the space. TDF

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Poh Ling Yeow Chef and artist

oh Ling Yeow is one of MasterChef’s most recognisable faces, having not let being runner-up in 2009 get in the way of her mission to score lucrative cooking TV shows, write cookbooks and pursue her love of painting. She lives in a 1950s split-level home in Adelaide with her husband Jono who is a DJ (he also has a studio upstairs) while a pool comes into view from her handmade day bed. Framed artworks line the living room walls, while paints, found objects and frames nod to an eclectic mood that says “lived in” rather than “minimalist”.

A FEW OF MY FAVOURITE THINGS … A whittled stick

Nigella Lawson cookbook

Antonio Carluccio was one of my original food heroes. I got

This cookbook made me

to work with him for Poh’s

realise the cook in me had

Kitchen eight years ago. He

arrived. Through it I grew to

was very fond of Adelaide

understand the evocative power

and, on one of his trips,

of language in something as

I gifted him a miniature

utilitarian as a cookbook. I felt

portrait I’d painted of him

with any recipe I made as if she

and for me, he whittled one

was an empathetic friend

of his famous sticks.

chatting me through every process, which made me brave.

Rhino & Tim

The day bed

These guys are my little rays

My partner Jono built this

of sunshine. We don’t have kids

amazing day bed for me a

so looking after them keeps me

year ago. Most mornings I sit

focused on routine, which is

on it to read, write, have my

grounding. They’re also endless

coffee or meditate. We can

sources of entertainment and

sit there on rainy days with a

great for a de-stressing cuddle

glass of wine or a cup of tea

when I’m feeling overwhelmed

and watch raindrops shatter

with life.

over the surface of the pool, while snuggled under a furry rug.

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Top tools of the trade

Secateurs A quality pair of secateurs will keep you cutting, pruning, harvesting and propagating plants every gardening session. It’s the primary tool and most used so a nice sharp pair that’s ergonomically shaped for your hand is the only option in my opinion. Spend between $50 to $100 and sharpen the blades regularly (on a sharpening stone) to save your hand and wrist doing all the work.

Loppers We use these for working with shrubs and trees if we are likely to be cutting wood thicker than your thumb. Loppers are a great tool if you are renovating an old fruit tree or getting any plants back in shape that have grown too big. The longer the handle (my pair is 80 centimetres long) the better to reach tall branches, plus the leverage on the blades is increased, resulting in a quicker and easier cut.

Pruning saw Probably not necessary for the balcony gardener as these are for cutting even thicker timber around the yard or acreage. Your pruning saw is a handy tool for removing dead wood or thinning out branches on your fruit trees for more sunlight and ease of harvesting.

Long-handled spade A long-handled spade is your best friend for digging a nice big hole for that new avocado tree. Short-handled spades are good for smaller gardens, although I find they are harder on your back if you are tall. Creating garden beds, moving soil, transplanting and many other tasks will require a decent sized spade.

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here are a few things we don’t welcome into our home, the first being blunt knives. One of the fastest ways to know if you’ve made it to adult-land or not is whether you’re investing in boring household items. If the answer’s yes, then welcome, it’s nice to have you here. Sharp, quality tools, both in the kitchen, and in the garden are nonnegotiables for me. Forking out on quality tools is a smart and sustainable approach. But they don’t always need to be purchased new. I’ve found some gems at garage sales, markets and secondhand stores that work a dream. Below are the top tools I’d recommend you invest in for the sake of your garden (and your sanity). For all of the tools listed, remember to clean and sharpen them, as well as wrapping them in a cloth or cover.

Digging fork Soil aeration in the garden, around trees or in the turf is important for root transpiration and mitigating compaction. You can turn garden soil, mix in manure and compost while aerating the soil. If you notice water is pooling on the soil around trees or on the lawn, it can be fixed by driving holes in the area to break up compaction.

A small suite of wellmaintained tools is a gardening must.

Short or longhandled hoe An ancient garden tool that is used all over the world and is useful in the home garden for creating rows for seeds, pulling weeds and turning in manures and other soil conditioners. A short handle is best for small garden plots and a long handle is better for larger, open garden beds with longer rows.

Hand trowel & fork Without these two in the garden you might find it’s like eating a bowl of soup without a spoon. Any size garden will need these trusty tools for all the small detailed work (e.g. your hand fork for teasing out the roots of a tree before planting or the trowel for planting your eggplant seedlings). Slow Down and Grow Something The Urban Grower’s Recipe for the Good Life, by Byron Smith with Tess Robinson, Murdoch Books. urbangrowers.com.au

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That warm inner glow

et on a tree-lined street in Malvern East, a classic 1970s brick house is transformed into a contemporary light-filled residence with clean, flowing lines and lush garden glimpses. “The owners are of Danish heritage so it’s a home that at its core is the definition of hygge,” says Sarah Henry, director from Studio Four. “It’s a celebration of warmth, happiness and togetherness.” Single-level, dark, and cavernous, the original home featured ornate wallpapers and garish light fittings with little connection to the outdoors. “Our brief was to create an authentic home with a strong sense of identity,” Henry says. “The owners wanted to celebrate the rituals of domestic life but allow for privacy and a change of mood.” Retaining as much of the building fabric as possible and working within the existing structural envelope, a design solution was found in a lightfilled fluid central zone rotating around the kitchen with clear connections to the outdoors. “The kitchen is in three layers,” says co-director Annabelle Berryman. “The first a five-metrelong island bench and combined meals area, the second a cooking zone, and the third a home admin zone with an adjacent butler’s pantry. Each allows the kitchen to function and multi-task with flexibility.” Adjacent are smaller spaces, including dining and sitting rooms, designed to be calm, acoustically and visually private spaces with a connection to the landscape, fresh air and natural light. In the main living room, attention focuses around a fireplace inspired by the home’s era. Complete with a custom five-metrehigh steel flue, it soars elegantly towards the raked ceilings. Henry says the interior detailing takes its cue from the owner’s collection of furniture, including an Artichoke light, Spanish chairs and Hans Wegner dining table. “These elements were carefully paired with new items to ensure a continuity of

A fireplace with a steel flue is the focus in the main living room.

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STYLE NOTES The ST10 Jean bar

Danish design

The Spanish chair by

stool in oak from

features throughout

design pioneer Borge

Living Edge is a

this family home. The

Mogensen was

stylish contrast

timeless Artichoke

launched in 1958.

to the dark colour

light in bronze is a

Soft saddle leather

scheme in the

dramatic focal point

and warm oak create

kitchen.

in the living zone.

a true Scandi feel.

vision and an interior that spoke truly of their family,” she says. Henry says the dark colour scheme is inspired by the home’s original external black brickwork. “In order to give the house a clear focused voice, our design ensured the language of the exterior brick slid inside to inform the interiors of the project,” she says. “Dark colours also provide a level of camouflage, so when tying in the new with existing brickwork it is an advantage.” The home’s vast spans of plasterboard ceilings were minimised using additional texture in the form

of oak battened ceilings and renewable timber. The result is a sense of contrast, softness and warmth which Berryman says is hard to achieve through using brick alone. “The synergy between brick and timber helps blur boundaries between inside and out,” she says. “By increasing the home’s access to aspect, light and fresh air, it improves the overall health of the home and its inhabitants. It is a home full of soul and individuality.” studiofour.net.au

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