Renaissance design vs. retro glamour: Eight of the best prestige homes for sale right now

From classic architecture to 1970s and contemporary styles, this week’s shortlist of high-end homes has it all.

No matter what kind of design is your favourite, these listings from across Australia are sure to impress.

Elizabeth Bay

Mixing retro detailing from the 1970s with a very cool architect-designed upper-level extension, this hip penthouse claims panoramic views over Elizabeth Bay towards North Head.

You’ll find timber ceilings, marble floors and large expanses of glass to maximise the outlook, plus a timber and steel staircase and a stylish stone kitchen.

BresicWhitney Darlinghurst agent Shannan Whitney is selling the residence with a $5.8 million price guide.

Noosa Heads

It doesn’t get much closer to the sparkling waters of Main Beach’s Laguna Bay than this north-facing, boutique apartment, one of six in the tightly-held Noosa Court.

The terrace is the perfect spot to people-watch and there are boutiques, bars and restaurants at the front door.

Tom Offermann Real Estate agent Roark Walsh is quoting an $11 million price guide for the property.

Neutral Bay

No need to compromise at this waterfront pad, comes with a tennis court, pool and two boat sheds plus a slipway and jetty all close to city ferries.

Sit back and enjoy the views over boat-studded Mosman Bay from all three levels of this elegant home.

The home is being marketed through Scott Thornton of The Agency North and co-agent Adam Ross of Knight Frank.

Whitfield

Inspired by Italian Renaissance architecture and designed by Total Project Group, this extravagant residence is set in the foothills of the Whitfield Ranges.

The opulent home spans an incredible 1441 square metres across two levels.

Expressions of interest close on October 10, through Tom Quaid of Colliers International Cairns.

Unley Park

From the perfect northerly aspect to the fastidiously-appointed interiors, this master-built home delivers a five-star lifestyle on the doorstep of the cosmopolitan King William Road precinct.

Double doors open to a grand foyer with feature staircase and crystal chandelier. There are formal living and dining rooms to the right and a billiards room with wet bar to the left.

The kitchen and family living zone sits at the back of the home and opens to a covered terrace with outdoor kitchen overlooking level lawns and pool.

Stephanie Williams of Harcourts Williams has the listing.

Ivanhoe East

You’ll be well-placed to host family and friends at this impressive residence, which oozes glamour from the marble foyer and music/formal room to the premium Miele kitchen and games room with wet bar.

Offering four bedrooms including a palatial master suite, the home features four bathrooms, a triple garage, manicured gardens and a tower retreat with city views.

It’s a short walk to Ivanhoe Park and within easy reach of shops, transport, schools and hospitals.

James Goulopoulos from Jellis Craig Ivanhoe is taking expressions of interest until October 8.

Bronte

With the sand and surf strolling distance from your front door, not to mention an oceanfront park and popular cafes, it will be hard not to wake up smiling in this contemporary home.

Claiming stunning north-easterly views over the beach and coastline from terraces on both levels, the three-bedroom, two-bathroom property comes with a stone and gas kitchen, Blackbutt floors, a garage and a solar-
heated plunge pool.

The home is listed with Alexander Phillips from Phillips Pantzer Donnelley.

Turramurra

Showcasing the best of 1970s split-level design with an interiors makeover by Embellish Home and Lifestyle By Briony Jones, this five-bedroom, three-bathroom family home comes with high ceilings and walls of glass to make the most of the northern aspect.

Set on a 1562 square-metre landscaped block with gardens by Selena Hannan Landscape Design, the property features a custom steel and glass staircase, recycled timber, a Miele kitchen and four separate living zones.

David Walker from Ray White Upper North Shore will take the property to auction on September 21.