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Kate Farrelly
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EDWARDIAN BY THE BAY
Hampton, Melbourne, >$1.8 million
Glenys Carey, head of Glenys Carey Marketing and Consulting, and her husband, Gary Ramsay, company director of Mill Link Services, are moving on from their Edwardian cottage, set one block back from the beach. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom property has cathedral ceilings in the open-plan living spaces, a window seat, walk-in wardrobe and a striking outdoor entertaining area with an electric awning and built-in barbecue. Jenny Dwyer of Hockingstuart Sandringham will auction the property on March 25.
SEE FOREVER
Curlewis, Geelong, $6 million to $6.5 million
Aaron Kanat, former managing director of Hugo Boss, has listed his architecturally designed waterfront home. The two-hectare property has views across the bay from Geelong to the Melbourne city skyline, direct access onto a sandy, north-facing beach, a championship tennis court and self-contained guest accommodation. There are four bedrooms and four bathrooms, a three-car garage and sliding walls of glass blurring the lines between indoors and out. The home is for sale by negotiation through Jeremy Fox of RT Edgar Toorak.
ROCKIN’ RETREAT
Port Douglas, Far North Queensland,
$6.75 million
Renowned rock publicist Patti Mostyn, now retired, is moving on from the Glass House, her Charles Wright-designed retreat perched on top of Flagstaff Hill. Set in 1897 square metres of tropical gardens, the three-bedroom, five-bathroom home spans three levels and has panoramic views over the Coral Sea, the southern coastal ranges, the hinterland hills and the Port Douglas marina. Callum Jones of Tony McGrath Real Estate Port Douglas and Barbara Wolveridge of Raine & Horne Mossman share the listing.
ROCKIN’ RETREAT
Port Douglas, Far North Queensland, $6.75 million
Renowned rock publicist Patti Mostyn, now retired, is moving on from the Glass House, her Charles Wright-designed retreat perched on top of Flagstaff Hill. Set in 1897 square metres of tropical gardens, the three-bedroom, five-bathroom home spans three levels and has panoramic views over the Coral Sea, the southern coastal ranges, the hinterland hills and the Port Douglas marina. Callum Jones of Tony McGrath Real Estate Port Douglas and Barbara Wolveridge of Raine & Horne Mossman share the listing.
TUSCAN TONES
Sherwood, Brisbane,
$2.8 million to $3.2 million
Martin Simons, former chief executive of APN News & Media, is selling his Tuscan-inspired home set on a 1098 square metre, riverfront block adjoining Sherwood Arboretum. The main living areas have a north-west aspect and river views and there are multiple balconies and decks for outdoor entertaining. The four-bedroom, two-bathroom home comes with a deep-water pontoon, a triple garage and a master bedroom retreat. The property is listed for sale with Alex Jordan of McGrath Paddington.
TUSCAN TONES
Sherwood, Brisbane, $2.8 million to $3.2 million
Martin Simons, former chief executive of APN News & Media, is selling his Tuscan-inspired home set on a 1098 square metre, riverfront block adjoining Sherwood Arboretum. The main living areas have a north-west aspect and river views and there are multiple balconies and decks for outdoor entertaining. The four-bedroom, two-bathroom home comes with a deep-water pontoon, a triple garage and a master bedroom retreat. The property is listed for sale with Alex Jordan of McGrath Paddington.
SKY HIGH IN DARLO
Darlinghurst, Sydney, $1.9 million
Qantas flight attendant Alan Samuels has listed his two-bedroom apartment in Harry Seidler’s Horizon. The combined living and dining room extend through sliding glass doors to a north-facing balcony with views from the Harbour Bridge and Opera House to Finger Wharf. There are two marble bathrooms with heated floors, a stone and gas kitchen, and access to a communal tennis court, pool and 24-hour concierge. Anthony Birdsall of Laing Real Estate will take the property to auction on April 4.
HILLTOP HAVEN
Melville, Perth, $1.85 million to $2.25 million
Retired engineering manager Phil Talbot and his wife, horticulturalist Gloria, are selling their striking, four-bedroom hilltop home. Designed by architect Geoff Warn and claiming views over the Swan River, city skyline, Kings Park and the Darling Range, the home was built around recycled steel beams which have been exposed to great effect. There are floor-to-ceiling windows, a lounge with a feature fireplace, landscaped outdoor spaces, a garage with parking for six cars and a plunge pool. Noel Rogers of Acton Fremantle has the listing.
ITALIAN STYLE
Windsor, Melbourne, $1.7 million +
Property developer Mark Grigg has listed this newly completed townhouse for a March 25 auction through Kay & Burton Bayside agent Alex Schiavo. Offering three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a single garage, the property was designed by Italian architect Sergio Petricca and is within easy reach of Chapel Street, Albert Park Lake, Prahran Market, St Kilda Beach and Windsor Station. The home has heated floors, air-conditioning, a Miele kitchen with a corner pantry and a first-floor master retreat.
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