Gothic manors, harbourfront trophies: Eight of the most incredible homes currently on the market

There are impressive homes, and then there are the properties that entice the wealthiest buyers from across Australia and abroad.

We’ve singled out eight such properties that prestige home-hunters will be eyeing closely.

A sandstone estate overlooking Mosman bay and a French-style mansion in Noosa Heads both make the cut this week.

Mosman

Built from sandstone quarried in Mosman in the 1880s, Allowah is a beautifully restored and modernised Victorian Gothic home with views over the bay and city skyline.

The elegant interiors by Lisa Burdus feature oak floors, high ceilings, an island kitchen with integrated Wolf appliances and custom cabinetry throughout.

There’s a separate guest wing with private entry, ideal for hosting visitors or simple for when a little private time is in order.

Helen Wilson of Belle Property Neutral Bay will lead the home to a February 26 auction, where the current bidding guide is $12 million to $13 million.

Hamilton

One of the finest examples of a Tudor revival home in Brisbane, Lynford was built in 1928.

Extended and renovated by Richard Groves, it offers multiple living spaces, a tennis court and a pool.

Shops, cafes and restaurants are within short walking distance along Racecourse Road, but the property still feels ultra-private, sprawled across a 1,503 square metre block.

Agent Dwight Ferguson of Ray White Ascot leads the expressions of interest campaign, and says comparable sales have been around the $6 million mark.

Seaforth

The family can spread out across more than 900 square metres of accommodation at this waterfront residence, which features a sculptural staircase.

Capturing views over Middle Harbour and the Spit Bridge, the home comes with an infinity pool, a home theatre, a billiards room, a jetty and a boat house.

Designed over five levels, an internal lift services the property, a feature that will no-doubt pique the interest of downsizers.

The listing, which has a price guide of $15 million, is shared between The Agency’s David Rothschild and Dunne Realty Mosman agent Sandie Dunne.

Applecross

Designed by Shane Le Roy architects to make the most of the sweeping river views, this ultra-contemporary home is schemed in black, white and grey and comes with a solar-heated pool and home cinema.

The culinary facilities also deserve praise, from the open-plan kitchen with a marble island bench, to the sleek outdoor entertaining area with a woodfire oven.

Slip past the landscaped garden to access the walking track that skirts the beach.

Expect to pay upwards of $5 million through Matthew Podesta, of Mont Property.

Portsea

Featuring a grass tennis court and a mosaic-tiled pool, the outdoor areas at this five-bedder leave a lasting impression.

Inside, the open-plan living area, which has a limestone feature wall and a fireplace, presents a stylish scene.

Ducted air-conditioning and heating, as well as a monitored alarm system with security cameras, keep the property comfortable and safe.

There’s a $4 million-to-$4.4 million price guide for the residence, which is for sale through Rob Curtain of Peninsula Sotheby’s International Realty.

Noosa Heads

An absolute riverfront position means that you can jump straight from your private jetty into tranquil waters at this French-inspired residence.

Glass doors and walls mean that you can take in the view from the lounge, dining and kitchen area, where double-height ceilings and a spiral staircase add elements of grandeur.

The top level is where you’ll find three of the property’s four bedrooms, two of which have en suites.

Eric Seetoo, of Tom Offermann Real Estate, has set a price guide of $6.7 million.

Cottesloe

It’s a short stroll to the beach from this contemporary apartment by Baham Architects, which forms part of the exclusive Overton Terraces development.

The interior design follows a coastal chic theme, with neutral tones and minimalist features.

The kitchen, which boasts a marble island bench and dark timber cabinetry, leads out to a terrace with a 180-degree vista.

Western Australia Sotheby’s International Realty agent Neil McAllister is fielding enquiries, having set the price guide at $3.975 million.

Armadale

A refined style and a coveted location near High Street village will put this elegant house on the radar of Melbourne’s prestige buyers.

From flooring to benchtops, white marble is integrated throughout the home, which also has a north-facing courtyard with a gas-heated pool.

The main bedroom is palatial in its proportions, featuring a dressing room and an opulent ensuite.

You’ll need to pay between $3.85 million and $4.23 million to purchase the property, through Marshall White Stonnington agent Nicholas Brooks.