Chardonnay vines and lush native gardens: Eight of the best prestige homes for sale right now

From classic to contemporary, riverfront to countryside, we’ve tracked down some of the most incredible residences for sale across the nation.

Our list kicks off in the Adelaide Hills, leads us down to Sorrento, and then up to the glamorous waters of the Gold Coast.

Mount George

Boasting a makeover that earned a HIA award for best contemporary extension, Trieste is a swoon-worthy bluestone villa on 4.5 hectares of rolling hills, Chardonnay vines and established fruit and flower gardens.

Entertain in the pool house by the pool, have a hit of tennis then unwind by the slow-combustion or open fireplace.

Expressions of interest close May 1 through Taylor Bishop of Harris Real Estate, who is seeking offers of about $3.45 million.

Mosman

With tree-studded views across Rosherville Reserve to Middle Harbour to the east and terraced gardens and a stunning heated infinity pool to the west, this five-level home will make every day feel like a holiday.

The kitchen features a marble island and Miele appliances, glass-framed living spaces with a feature fireplace and a rumpus room with wet bar.

David Grant of The Agency North leads the expressions of interest campaign, which has a $9.25 million guide.

Sorrento

A morning on the golf course and an afternoon fishing in the bay – it’s all there for the taking at this as-new residence on 1316 square metres, complete with a sparkling pool.

The open-plan living spaces include an island kitchen with butler’s pantry and open onto a huge north-east facing deck.

Kay & Burton Portsea’s Liz Jensen will take expressions of interest until April 22, with a guide of about $6 million to $6.6 million.

Palm Beach

Architect-designed to make the most of the ocean and headland views, every room in this three-storey home enjoys a northerly aspect.

Broad teak balconies extend the living spaces and there’s a heated pool and native gardens. There’s also a media room and a large rumpus room with kitchenette.

LJ Hooker Palm Beach agent Peter Robinson has scheduled a May 8 auction, for which there is a $6.8 million guide.

Watsons Bay

There are never many listings in this waterfront enclave, tucked on the end of the South Head peninsula, so it stands to reason that buyers will sit up and take notice.

This two-storey character home has been given a makeover by interior designer Victoria Chapman and has glorious water views with the city skyline and Harbour Bridge providing a magnificent backdrop.

Set on a corner block an easy stroll to Doyles, Watsons Bay Hotel and ferry services to the city, the property has four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a double garage.

Bill Malouf of LJ Hooker Double Bay Group has the listing.

Longueville

Be prepared to host New Year’s Eve festivities when you move into Arabella Street, which claims unobstructed views to the Harbour Bridge and city skyline.

An expansive entertainer’s terrace is well-placed to host a crowd, while the lush gardens cascade to a private sandy beach with mooring access.

The home also offers a heated pool, Miele kitchen, multiple living areas, five bedrooms and a double garage.

Brent Courtney of McGrath Lane Cove and James McCowan of Sotheby’s International Realty Sydney will take the property to auction on May 4.

Sovereign Islands

Designed to shine for both intimate soirees and grand occasions, this expansive waterfront home is a lavish dose of residential bling in one of the Gold Coast’s most salubrious suburbs.

The high-end kitchen is well-equipped for ambitious dinner party menus, while the three-level media room will be the envy of your neighbours.

Keep the car collection in mint condition in the eight-car garage with lift access to all three levels. And for boaties there’s a 12.5-metre pontoon.

Chris Moyer of Professionals Vertullo Real Estate Hope Island, and Ivy Wu of Prestige Property Agents, have listed the home for $4.58 million.

Dalkeith

Showcasing two floors of white-on-white décor, this spacious family home with pool is set on a private, 852-square metre lot within spitting distance of the river.

Already boasting an opulent master suite, five bedrooms, an open-plan kitchen and multiple entertainer’s balconies, the home also has a large unused space below ground floor, which could host a home theatre, wine cellar or gym.

William Porteous of William Porteous Properties International has set a guide of $5.888 million.