Live by the sea at this South Coast home up for sale

As the days grow shorter and the air turns cooler, my thoughts are already turning to find a warmer retreat – a place where I can relax, soak up the sun, read and enjoy a drink without any worries.

It seems that this South Coast home may be just the place to fulfil that dream.

The palatial six-bedroom property at 16 Dune Crescent in Manyana is a hidden gem, spread across 798 square metres of land with natural bushland as its neighbour and backyard.

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The Hamptons-style home is perfect for those who want the finer things in life, including a good location on the doorstep of some of the South Coast’s best beaches, and space that could easily entertain – and I don’t say this lightly.

When you walk through the doors, you’re greeted by a living room and a wide hallway that leads to the home theatre and an open-plan family, dining and kitchen area .

The latter has a large island bench, 40-millimetre marble benchtops, an integrated fridge and a butler’s pantry.

From the dining room, you can easily move out to the grand al fresco area, thanks to large stacker doors that overlook the beautifully landscaped and low-maintenance backyard, heated swimming pool and outdoor shower.

Need more room to entertain? Venture further afield to the outdoor firepit area where s’mores are best enjoyed, or the Portugese pizza oven and smoker oven for a quiet pizza night – or a loud one, whatever floats your boat.

Upstairs, the bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, with the main suite featuring a sizable walk-in robe and an en suite with a skylight. One of the bedrooms has access to a balcony.

A third living area is also located on the first floor.

Selling agent Brendan Shipp of McGrath Real Estate Agents Ulladulla says the home was “meticulously designed for comfort and entertainment”.

“This home exudes luxury and is ideal for year-round enjoyment for the whole family,” he says.

“[It’s] equipped with state-of-the-art automation … with the added bonus of being footsteps away from the sands of Manyana beach.”

And while the sellers enjoyed living in the home, retirement plans have seen them move back to Queensland.

So … what are your plans? Feel free to imagine calling this home your sweet new pad.

Price guide: $2.7 million-$2.8 million

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Agent: McGrath Real Estate Agents Ulladulla, Brendan Shipp 0421 714 362