Our seven favourite homes for sale in NSW right now
By Pauline Morrissey and Lou Sweeney
Looking for your next home within NSW? We’ve got you covered.
18 Pacific Vista Drive, Byron Bay
There was a time when calling something a “museum piece” had connotations of being cold, old and outmoded, but as times change so too does the way our public institutions engage with the world.
These days some of the best architecture and interior design comes from the necessity to create multidimensional and sensory experiences to attract modern visitors.
Taking its cue from contemporary civic spaces, 18 Pacific Vista Drive in Byron Bay is both a spectacular beauty and a place of contemplative calm.
“It’s an exquisite build,” says First National Byron’s Su Reynold. “The museum inspiration, the monochromatic colour palette throughout, it’s very serene.”
Set around an incredible helical staircase that is revealed beyond what Reynolds describes as the “biggest pivot door ever”, there’s a sense of theatre and drama, while blue water views fill almost every window.
Light is undoubtedly a feature but the deep beauty and anchoring qualities of walnut cabinetry and marble finishes are exceptionally good.
A central gallery-like void rises to the full-floor main bedroom suite up top, while out on the broad stone terrace an infinity-edge pool sails off into both water and hinterland views. Magnificent.
The end-of-expressions campaign has a guide of $10 million to $11 million.
The Penthouse “Tramonto” 142c Bellevue Road, Bellevue Hill
Stepping into this tri-level penthouse, one is immediately enveloped in crisp white interiors that extend to the abundant entertaining spaces outside. “Living and dining areas form the social heart, framed by galleries of glass that showcase awe-inspiring city skyline vistas,” the agent says. “The rooftop terrace epitomises luxury and prestige with its unobstructed beauty.”
2/467 Bronte Road, Bronte
Drawing inspiration from its beachfront setting, this whole-floor apartment offers a serene oasis where minimalist design meets natural beauty. “Travertine and natural stone are the heroes of the space, complemented by aged brass and timber finishes for a refined coastal aesthetic,” the agent says. “The sunlit open-plan living area flows to a covered entertainer’s balcony, capturing breathtaking views of Bronte Beach.”
13 Alan Avenue, Seaforth
Tucked at the end of a private gated driveway, this exquisite Hamptons-inspired family home has a relaxed coastal charm, reflecting its Northern Beaches locale. “The heart of the home is an open-plan living space with soaring ceilings and a sandstone-clad fireplace,” the agent says. “Encouraging effortless indoor-outdoor living, the deck overlooks the north-facing garden with a resort-style pool and level lawn.”
4 Hillcrest Avenue, Mona Vale
Perched on a headland overlooking Bungan Beach, this oceanview home’s robust timber details and splendid sandstone structure evoke the aura of an enduring coastal retreat. “Architecturally designed with a striking free-flowing pavilion layout, it’s master-built and finished to perfection,” the agent says. “Every room integrates with the outdoors via bifold doors out to sun-drenched courtyards, ocean-facing decks and an infinity pool.”
2/6 Ocean Avenue, Double Bay
This grand home embodies unrivalled sophistication, occupying a whole floor of the boutique, three-apartment Berkeley building. “The interiors have been exquisitely appointed, featuring marble accents, intricate mouldings and immense living proportions,” the agent says. “High-quality inclusions and a sunny north-east balcony overlooking lush surrounds set this residence apart from its contemporaries.”
81 Blandford Street, Collaroy Plateau
From morning sun on the side verandah to afternoon light in the front lounge, Glenvarla combines classic cottage elegance with serene seaside allure. “It’s said to be one of the first homes on the plateau, with its stained glass windows and traditional bungalow doors as historical markers,” says the seller, Sarah Horton. “The bathroom’s vintage slipper bath is my personal retreat and favourite room in the house.”
This article was originally published by Domain.com.au. Reproduced with permission.