2014 Award Winners

National People's Choice Winner

Liptrap Loft

Walkerville, Phillip Island and Gippsland, VIC

Why you'll love it:

• Unique recycled timber property set on 5 acres of secluded bushland
• Private Japanese bath house with soak tub
• Ideally located with close proximity of beaches, wineries and national parks

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National Outdoor Winner

The LOWER DECK

Berowra Waters, Sydney, NSW

Why you'll love it:

• Located on the banks of the Hawkesbury River, surrounded by majestic gum trees and limestone cliffs
• Secluded property is accessible only by boat or kayak
• Huge range of outdoor activities to enjoy including fishing, birdwatching and bush walking

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National Weddings Winner

Rona Lodge

Bowral, Southern Highlands, NSW

Why you'll love it:

• The ideal venue for a picture perfect wedding.
• Wrought iron gates, stone wall driveway, fountains, fireplaces, 15 manicured acres of old established gardens and it's very own function room.
• Huge range of outdoor activities to enjoy including fishing, birdwatching and bush walking

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National Pet-friendly Winner

Escape@Culburra

Culburra Beach, South Coast, NSW

Why you'll love it:

• Perfect for pets - fully fenced yards, secure courtyard at the side of the house and welcome treats for your pet
• Close proximity to leash free beaches and walking paths
• Absolute beach front location with plenty of open space for kids and pets to enjoy

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National Family Winner

FAMILY OASIS on SHERIDAN

Gold Coast Waterfront, Gold Coast, QLD

Why you'll love it:

• Stunning waterfront location
• Great kids facilities - "Go N Play" Play Fort, waterslide, kayaking and arcade machine
• Resort style pool with daybed and over water bali hut

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National Eco-Friendly Winner

Tree Tops

Seaspray, Lakes and Wilderness, VIC

Why you'll love it:

• Set in the Honeysuckles nature reserve which has one of Australia's largest and most diverse ecosystems
• Fully insulated and double glazed for energy conservation
• Over 200 native plants have been planted on the property.

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National Romance Winner

Bungalow 6

Gold Coast Hinterland, Gold Coast, QLD

Why you'll love it:

• Double sided sandstone fireplace under a timber cathedral ceiling
• Breathtaking 180 degree panoramic view of mount warning from the balcony
• Vast outdoor views from the massive indoor spa bath for two

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National Indulgence Winner

Villa Vivante

Coffs Harbour, North Coast, NSW

Why you'll love it:

• Perched 750 feet above the Pacific Ocean with panoramic views
• Private 12 seat theatre and media room
• Wide range of fitness facilities including private tennis court and gym

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Best Eco-Friendly SA

KI Ecopia Retreat

Central Kangaroo Island "the heartland", Kangaroo Island, SA Click to view the property on:

Best Eco-Friendly TAS

The SmokeHaus

Hobart, Southern Tasmania, TAS Click to view the property on:

Best Eco-Friendly WA

Ooi House

Margaret River, South West, WA Click to view the property on:

Best Eco-Friendly QLD

Turkey's Nest Rainforest Cottages

Mount Glorious, Brisbane, QLD Click to view the property on:

Best Eco-Friendly NSW

Wollemi Retreat

Mudgee, Explorer Country, NSW Click to view the property on:

Best Outdoor TAS

The Loft

Coles Bay, East Coast Tasmania, TAS Click to view the property on:

Best Outdoor VIC

Merricks Stable

Balnarring, Bays and Peninsulas, VIC Click to view the property on:

Best Outdoor WA

Ballakup

Perth Hills, Perth, WA Click to view the property on:

Best Outdoor QLD

Alcheringa

Gold Coast Hinterland, Gold Coast, QLD Click to view the property on:

Best Weddings SA

cu@wallaroo

Wallaroo, Yorke Peninsula, SA Click to view the property on:

Best Weddings TAS

The Ocean Retreat

Falmouth, East Coast Tasmania, TAS Click to view the property on:

Best Weddings VIC

Merricks North Retreat

Merricks North, Melbourne, VIC Click to view the property on:

Best Weddings WA

"Rothwood"

Perth Airport, Perth, WA Click to view the property on:

Best Weddings QLD

Vue de Lumieres

Maleny, Sunshine Coast, QLD Click to view the property on:

Best Romance SA

Castle Keep- Romantic Escape Finalist

Mount Lofty, Adelaide Hills, SA Click to view the property on:

Best Romance TAS

Saltwater Sunrise

Falmouth, East Coast Tasmania, TAS Click to view the property on:

Best Romance VIC

Blue Ridge Retreat

Halls Gap, The Grampians, VIC Click to view the property on:

Best Romance WA

Jindalee Beach Retreat

Quinns Rocks, Perth, WA Click to view the property on:

Best Romance NSW

NANOOK 32 Squatters Run

Thredbo, Snowy Mountains, NSW Click to view the property on:

Best Pet-friendly TAS

Gardener's Cottage

Cygnet, Southern Tasmania, TAS Click to view the property on:

Best Pet-friendly VIC

ArtHouse - A LUXICO HOLIDAY HOME

Melbourne City, Melbourne, VIC Click to view the property on:

Best Pet-friendly WA

Denmark Holiday House

Denmark, Great Southern, WA Click to view the property on:

Best Pet-friendly QLD

Peregian Holiday House

Noosa, Sunshine Coast, QLD Click to view the property on:

Best Family TAS

DOTTIES HOUSE

Hobart, Southern Tasmania, TAS Click to view the property on:

Best Family VIC

Casino Royale

Blairgowrie, Bays and Peninsulas, VIC Click to view the property on:

Best Family WA

Our Beach Shack

Busselton, South West, WA Click to view the property on:

Best Family NSW

ARAMOANA BEACH HOUSE

Casuarina, Northern Rivers and Byron Bay, NSW Click to view the property on:

Best Indulgence SA

Adelaide Luxury Beach House

Adelaide City, Adelaide, SA Click to view the property on:

Best Indulgence TAS

Library House

Hobart, Southern Tasmania, TAS Click to view the property on:

Best Indulgence VIC

Aghadoe Estate

Daylesford, Macedon and Spa Country, VIC Click to view the property on:

Best Indulgence WA

Ron Roozens Margaret River Beach House

Margaret River, South West, WA Click to view the property on:

Best Indulgence QLD

XANADU WATERFRONT

Broadbeach, Gold Coast, QLD Click to view the property on:

Best People's Choice NSW

The Ridge Gloucester

Gloucester, Hunter, NSW Click to view the property on:

Best People's Choice QLD

Orchid Hill Port Douglas

Port Douglas, Cairns and Barrier Reef, QLD Click to view the property on:

Best People's Choice WA

Oceana Sunset

Perth Beaches, Perth, WA Click to view the property on:

Best People's Choice SA

The Gallery

Adelaide City, Adelaide, SA Click to view the property on:

Best People's Choice TAS

BAY OF FIRES SEASCAPE

Bay of Fires, Northern Tasmania, TAS Click to view the property on: