Island vistas and a Brighton beauty: eight of the best prestige properties for sale

Luxury living never looked so enticing as the new year welcomes an array of envy-inducing properties listed for sale.

From the north of Queensland in the Withsundays, down to Gardeners Bay south of Hobart – these are some of the best prestige properties to be seen this week.

Hayman Island

Wake up to the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and stunning views over the turquoise waters of the Coral Sea at this four-bedroom holiday retreat created by architect Kerry Hill.

It comes complete with two golf buggies and an infinity pool, with a butler, chef or housekeeper only a phone call away at the nearby Intercontinental Hotel.

The home is listed with a price guide of $12 million by Carol Carter at Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty.

Gardeners Bay

Designed to make the most of the serene outlook over Port Cygnet Bay and the Huon River, Stoneybank is an architect-designed, single-level home boasting a cosy, sunken lounge, multiple dining areas and a granite kitchen with Miele appliances and a butler’s pantry. Features include two fireplaces, underfloor heating and an outdoor kitchen.

The property is listed by Nick Bond at Harcourts Huon Valley with a price guide of over $1.75 million.

Portsea

This John Wardle-designed beach house claims private beach access from an 8217-square-metre land parcel.

Offering a pool, spa and tennis court, the property features striking stone work, a moat water feature, raked, timber-panelled ceilings and large expanses of glass to make the most of the national park and ocean views.

The home is listed by Rob Curtain of Peninsula Sotheby’s International Realty Sorrento with a price guide of $7 to $7.5 million.

St Georges

Renovated from top to toe, Winterfell is a circa-1935 character residence wrapped in parklike gardens. There are multiple living rooms, a gym, a heated pool and a tennis court.

Despite renovations, the home has retained its charm, with panelled walls, spiral columns and intricate window detailing.

The property is listed for sale with a price guide of $3.5 million by Stephanie Williams at Harcourts Williams.

Point Piper

This iconic Harbour Bridge and Opera House views, this Wentworth Place apartment has secure parking for four cars plus a rooftop terrace on title.

Set within walking distance of the Royal Motor Yacht Club, Lady Martins Beach, top schools and Double Bay and Rose Bay shopping villages, the property has three bedrooms, three bathrooms, an eat-in granite kitchen with parquetry floors and expansive living and dining rooms.

Elliott Placks of Ray White Double Bay will take the property to auction on March 28.

Burraneer

Greenway is a landmark Georgian home in the heart of the Burraneer peninsula set on a sprawling 2275 square-metre block.

Taking inspiration from Old Government House in Parramatta, the three-level home features an impressive entry with porte cochere, koi pond and fountain.

Inside, elegant lounge and dining rooms feature chandeliers and decorative fireplaces. Downstairs, expansive rumpus and family rooms provide plenty of room for entertaining a crowd.

Alex Pitsis of Greg Gilbert Real Estate has the listing.

Brighton

Just footsteps from foreshore reserve and a 10-minute walk from Elwood Beach, this family-sized period home is set in north-facing landscaped gardens complete with a heated lap pool.

A stone-topped island kitchen with Falcon stove overlooks a generous family room and there are fireplaces in the formal living and dining rooms. There are four bedrooms, two with en suites, a study or fifth bedroom and a double garage.

Tracy Tian Belcher from Kay & Burton Bayside Brighton is fielding inquiries. 

Camp Hill

Built in 1909, Residence Croyde is a beautifully renovated Federation home spanning two levels and claiming views of the city skyline.

Boasting five bedrooms and five bathrooms, the home is designed to accommodate large families in comfort, with living spaces and kitchen facilities on both floors. There’s also a temperature-controlled wine cellar, a saltwater pool and a poolside pavilion.

Joanna Gianniotis from Place Estate Agents Bulimba is taking offers until January 31.