Panoramas, cabanas and five-star features: Eight of the best high-end homes for sale right now

Whether hunting for homes in the heart of the city or in iconic holiday destinations, this list will no-doubt appeal to the prestige buyer.

From Sorrento to Sydney and Sunshine Beach, take a look at some of the most incredible properties on the market.

Vaucluse

Imagine bringing home all the luxury amenities of a fine hotel and then throwing in iconic Sydney Harbour views and you’ve conjured up Ganeden, one of Sydney’s most exclusive properties set within 2400 square metres of Paul Bangay-designed gardens.

Features include indoor and outdoor pools, a cinema, three kitchens and two internal lifts.

The expressions of interest campaign has a $60 million price guide, and is being handled by Michael Pallier of Sydney Sotheby’s International Realty.

Toorak

White limestone floors and a double-height, skylit reception hall create a fitting first-class impression at this European-inspired residence.

There are gas fireplaces in the two formal living rooms and french doors leading from the casual living zone to the north-facing terrace.

Each bedroom has en suite access and the master includes twin walk-in wardrobes.

Expressions of interest close August 14 through Brendan Allen of Marshall White Stonnington, who says there is a $7.2 million-to-$7.7 million guide.

Mosman

Wake up to serene Middle Harbour views every morning at this family residence on Balmoral’s Golden Mile.

Gazing north towards Clontarf, the three-level home comes with lift access, four large living spaces including a rumpus/home theatre and a double island kitchen with Sub Zero, Wolf and Highlands appliances.

De Brennan Property’s Jonathon De Brennan will take expressions of interest until June 27, and has quoted an $11 million guide.

Sunshine Beach

It’s a two-minute stroll to the beach from this expansive property, which claims ocean views from all three levels.

Enjoy dinner parties warmed by the fireplace in winter and poolside gatherings in summer.

Rebekah Offermann of Tom Offermann Real Estate is selling the property with a $4.25 million guide.

Cremorne

Finishes in limestone, Calacatta marble and sandstone mean this classically designed home is a wonderful match for the world-class views of the Harbour Bridge, Opera House and city skyline.

Offering lift access alongside a Himalayan stone staircase with timber and wrought iron balustrade, the three-storey property comes with four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a living and dining zone with atrium feature.

The property has a price guide of $5 million ahead of a July 11 auction through Bernard Ryan of Ray White Lower North Shore. 

Sorrento

The water views stretch across the Sorrento Pier to Queenscliff from Kindilan, a beach house set on 1634 square-metres in a quiet no-through road.

It’s an easy two-minute walk to the beach and sailing club or stay home and enjoy your solar-heated pool.

Pitched, timber-lined ceilings and a northerly aspect create bright, airy living spaces and there are two fireplaces for the winter months.

There are four bedrooms including a bunk room on the ground floor to host holiday guests.

Rob Curtain of Peninsula Sotheby’s International Realty has the listing.

Applecross

Refined living spaces and river views are the hallmarks of this carefully-crafted home which comes with an indoor pool and a vast entertainer’s terrace.

Raised, domed ceilings, a feature chandelier and a dedicated bar create a welcoming ambience for the homeowner and visitor alike and a remodeled kitchen has all the tools you’ll need for hosting a crowd.

There’s a bedroom and bathroom on each of the three levels and a fourth bedroom and bathroom in an independent annex with kitchen facilities.

The property is listed for $4.85 million with Eric Hartanto from Harcourts Applecross.

Darling Point

Boasting glittering, north-westerly views across the water to the Harbour Bridge, city and North Sydney skyline, this two-storey duplex is located within easy reach of Rushcutters Bay Park and the Cruising Yacht Club.

The open-plan living spaces have herringbone parquet floors and a gas fireplace while the stone kitchen comes with Miele appliances.

There are four bedrooms, five bathrooms, a mosaic-tiled pool and spa with cabana and a single garage.

Clint Ballard of Ballard Property will head up a July 10 auction.