We’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch from across the country’s most luxurious properties.
A ribbon-like staircase and a glass-framed lift that glides between its four levels ensure you never miss an opportunity to admire the twists and curves of Wave House, a Martin Friedrich-designed house set just 400 metres from the bay. Highlights include bold, double-height spaces featuring in-situ-cast concrete, a glass-walled indoor pool and a rooftop terrace with city and bay views.
An inspired collaboration between Shaun Lockyer Architects, Black Developments and Boss Gardenscapes, this five-year-old home showcases joinery and cladding with the warmth of French oak and New Guinea rosewood. Summer entertaining is a breeze with the north-facing lap pool and poolhouse, and there’s a double-sided fireplace to warm the living rooms in winter.
Boasting 24 metres of water frontage and a private, 60-foot berth and jetty, this newly built, two-storey home is arguably the most impressive house on the island. There are sweeping Brisbane Water views from almost every window and four of the five en-suite bedrooms have balcony access. Features include marble flooring, an internal lift, a heated pool, solar panels and three Tesla Powerwalls.
Two neighbouring 1960s homes have been architecturally reconfigured to create an expansive, 774-square-metre, multigenerational residence. The flexible floor plan has two wings, each with kitchen and living spaces, while the grounds come with a huge entertaining deck, a saltwater pool, a cabana with an outdoor kitchen, and established gardens.
It’s a short stroll through Rosherville Reserve to Chinamans Beach from this multilevel home which has northerly harbour views from the key living areas and top-floor main-bedroom suite. Serviced by a lift, the property features a fabulous selection of indoor and outdoor living spaces with ducted air-conditioning and surround sound, plus a pool, sauna and wine cellar.
Sprawling across 2125 square metres within the prestigious Harcourt Estate, this home caters for all ages and stages with a heated pool and adjoining cabana, a floodlit tennis court, a sizeable gym/studio and a covered outdoor kitchen. Inside, a grey and white colour palette makes for elegant yet restful spaces, including a home theatre and a Miele-appointed kitchen.
Stretch out on a deckchair and take in the panoramic views across the water to the Watagan Mountains, or take off from your private jetty to explore the Lake Macquarie waterways by boat – the choice is yours at this waterfront sanctuary which offers the option of three separate, self-contained quarters, serviced by a selection of al fresco zones.
Located five kilometres south of Canberra’s CBD and close to top schools, Parliament House and the Manuka Shopping Precinct, this well-presented home has separate formal lounge and dining rooms, a north-facing family room, and an enormous lower-level rumpus room that is perfect for teenagers. Enjoy a dip in the heated pool, and a selection of fruit, olives and veggies from the established garden.