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Austinmer Wollongong 56 Excelsior Drive $4 million J OSE PHIN E H U YN H

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Expressions of interest: Close November 4 Agent: McGrath Estate Agents Thirroul, Vanessa Denison-Pender 0488 443 174 I remember a time when lifestyle towns were places you went to for the

With its unique styling and luxury fit-out, Black

summer break or long weekends. But now city-dwellers like me seem to

Chapel is a profitable holiday retreat and a

have a rising interest in moving and putting down roots in regional locales.

coveted location for photo shoots. Buy it as a

That’s the case for the small NSW town of Kangaroo Valley, as we discover

going concern or keep the six-bedroom, three-

in our Living In column. According to local agents, there has been a swing in

bathroom property all to yourself. You’ll find a

recent years towards buyers looking for a primary residence in the country

Moroccan-style plunge pool, a glamorous black

playground. Clean air, wide open spaces and “every property is unique”, says

kitchen and an expansive family room. The main

Bond Lifestyle Properties principal Carrie Bond. For those looking for space,

suite includes an en suite and dressing room, and

but aren’t quite ready to leave the sparkling city, our cover property – a jaw-

there’s a separate two-bedroom guest house.

dropping Greg Natale-designed home edging the Brisbane River – may be just the ticket. Or a glamorous low-line abode influenced by Robin Boyd that’s nestled in the Byron Bay hinterland.

O U R COVE R 29 Laidlaw Parade, East Brisbane Listed by Henry Hodge Real Estate PAG E 10

HOT PROPERTY Editor: Josephine Huynh josephine.huynh@ domain.com.au Editorial producer: Paige Tonna Group picture editor: Kylie Thomson Senior designer: Colleen Chin Quan Graphic designer: Emma Staughton National managing editor: Alice Stolz Chief executive officer: Jason Pellegrino

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DESIGN DIGEST All the right angles

COVER STORY No expense spared

FEATURE STORY Three of the best in QLD

LIVING IN Explore Kangaroo Valley

Residential sales: Queensland Brad McLeod 0429 571 826 New South Wales Belinda Sinclair 0414 580 903 Victoria & Tasmania Ray van Veenendaal 0438 279 870 Western Australia, South Australia & Northern Territory Jeroen van de Peppel 0427 292 797 Digital edition Visit domain.com.au/ digitaledition

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DREAM HOMES Byron hinterland calling

THE PROPERTY INVESTOR Risk versus reward

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Darling Point Sydney 29 Eastbourne Road $30 million +

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Expressions of interest: Close November 12 Agent: The Agency Eastern Suburbs, Steven Chen 0412 959 959 in conjunction with LJ Hooker Double Bay, Bill Malouf 0411 428 354 This substantial home with an internal lift enjoys sparkling water views from each of its five levels. The property includes wraparound terraces, a heated pool and access to a private garden from the master bedroom.

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Willow Vale

Gold Coast 3 Lagoon Way

Gold Coast 50 Proudlock Drive

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Auction: 11am, November 17

Auction: 4.30pm, November 13

Agent: Harcourts Coastal, Katrina Walsh 0429 899 295

Agent: Ray White Upper Coomera,

Combining vertical timber screening and hand-laid fieldstone with finishes

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in concrete, venetian plaster and marble, this multilevel residence in the

Boasting hinterland views from its elevated

exclusive gated Jabiru Estate offers a multitude of living zones across 930

position, this eight-hectare property features a

square metres. It comes with a 25-metre mineral pool, a half-size multicourt

spacious contemporary residence and a heated

and a self-contained studio apartment.

infinity pool. There’s room for the horses, too.

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IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Indicative only. Dimensions, design features, floor areas, specifications and room configurations subject to change without notice. Any furniture shown is not included. The development is not completed and so the final product may differ from that depicted in this floorplan. Buyers should refer to and rely on the Disclosure Document and the plans forming part of the Contract.

DESIGN DIGEST

Sculptural statements Function, comfort and aesthetics in balance; these sculptural designs make an instant impression. C o m p i l e d b y PAU LIN E M O RRIS SE Y PRETTY IN PLEATS Inspired by the idea of a dancer’s pleated skirt caught mid-twirl, the Dancing Pendant Lamp by Danish design company Menu is an exquisite and playful design, made from 100 per cent recycled polyester felt, presented in off-white. menuspace.com

LOWLINE LOUNGING Presenting a unique shape with its gently curved backrest, the Tangyuan Lounge Chair by Grado is both relaxed and welcoming. It’s upholstered in soft boucle fabric, which lends to its softness and warmth. rjliving.com.au

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MASTERED MINIMALISM Known for creating objects that embody simplicity, Melbourne-based

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Table Lamp is handcrafted by artisans in Melbourne.

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COVER STORY

A work of pure class and quality This Greg Natale-designed riverside house is said to take Brisbane’s real estate landscape to a whole new level.

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mid a sea of serene minimalism and neutral palettes, 29 Laidlaw Parade, East Brisbane, truly stands out. But to label the five-bedroom, six-bathroom riverfront property merely a home is a vast understatement. It’s an artwork, where no two rooms are similar, each weaving a unique visual narrative, yet all working harmoniously.

The property sits on the Brisbane River, with a private jetty and ideal city skyline views. But why look outside? Inside is a blend of black, white and gold accents, opulent Italian marble,

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intricately adorned archways, custom tiles, vaulted ceilings, Venetian glass tapware, and hand-painted wallpaper, while venetian plaster and brass also feature heavily.

The eye-catching design is the artistic creation of Australian designer Greg Natale. He’s internationally renowned for creating sophisticated glamour using bold patterns and colour, and it was this aesthetic that caught the attention of the owners, Steve and Leticia.

They bought the block and its original home in 2017, with the view to knock down and rebuild.

They developed the new floor plan and basic exterior design themselves, and while researching custom tiles they fell in love with Natale’s designs, so they reached out to ask if he would be interested in helping them bring their ideas to life.

“He rang us within about a minute of sending him an email,” laughs Leticia.

“He fell in love with the exterior design, and from there he just took control and actually took over the architectural side of the planning as well.”

Completed in 2020, the final home is spread over three levels. The middle level is for entertaining, with a kitchen, library, living and bar area, and a dining room wrapped in custom de Gournay wallpaper.

Up the concrete formed curved staircase are the en suite bedrooms, each intricately designed with unique detail. The main bedroom is adorned with Gucci wallpaper and features a 10-metre walk-in wardrobe complete with floorto-ceiling shoe and bag storage.

The ground floor features a wellness wing, where you can have a sauna or steam before

YOUR AGENT Henry Hodge, Henry Hodge Real Estate

retiring to the striking marble bath with scalloped edges. Use it for a warm soak, or a heart-pumping ice recovery bath.

From there, step out onto the pool deck. The pool itself was inspired by a hotel pool in Morocco, and features custom tiles. It’s a pool that draws regular requests from Instagrammers to use as a photo-shoot location, although all have been turned down.

Elsewhere in the home is a theatre, office, butler’s kitchen, and space for a wine cellar. All levels are serviced by a lift.

One consistency throughout the house is marble, inspired by Steve and Leticia’s many trips to Italy.

“We spend a lot of our summers in Forte dei Marmi, which is near the Carrara Mountains and we loved a particular type of marble called Paonazzetto,” says Leticia. “We were able to be introduced to a man who owns quite a few quarries there, and actually chose a lot of our stone pieces from inside the cave.”

The marble on the kitchen splashback, bench, bar and fireplace comes from the same cave in Carrara as the floor of the Pantheon in Rome.

“Nothing beats this home. Laidlaw Parade has the best aspect for city views and sunsets in Brisbane. I think for anyone that has got very picky tastes, they need to come and have a look at [the home].”

Builder Corey Stone from CHS Builders says the 18-month build went to plan thanks to Natale’s meticulous plans, but there was a nervous wait for the marble. It had to be craned in on arrival.

“Within the two weeks before handing over we had to put in all the benchtops and both bathtubs. It was about six tonnes’ worth of marble to install in a week and a half,” he says.

The driver behind every decision in the build was never to take shortcuts but meticulously create a superior product.

“Cutting corners wasn’t allowed in this house,” Steve says. “There is nothing that’s been done to be cost effective, on principle. It wasn’t from a point of being extravagant but just wanting to create something of quality.”

Sales agent Henry Hodge from Henry Hodge Real Estate is well accustomed to luxury properties, but says the house is unlike anything he’s seen in the region.

“The thing that stood out to me more than anything was just the level of detail and the quality of craftsmanship by the builder,” he says.

“I’ve followed Greg Natale over the years, and

his work’s brilliant, but to be able to actually see something that was brand new designed by him in Brisbane obviously takes the real estate landscape to a whole new level here.”

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East Brisbane Brisbane 29 Laidlaw Parade $13 million +

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Private sale Agent: Henry Hodge Real Estate, Henry Hodge 0404 430 327

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FEATURE STORY

A touch of romance If unique luxury real estate gets your heart racing prepare to meet three Queensland homes that will sweep you off your feet.

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eartbreakingly beautiful, awash with luminous coastlines and bathed with a lush hinterland that morphs into jungle in the tropical north, Queensland is a state akin to a romance novel that’s sparking a love affair among prestige buyers.

It’s an amorous affair that’s driving property prices to record heights, with the honeymoon expected to reach a crescendo this summer when borders reopen and release a fresh wave of love-struck buyers.

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And the timing couldn’t be better.

From a Sanctuary Cove hideaway to a Frenchstyle chateau in the Sunshine Coast hinterland and a palatial retreat high over the Coral Sea – three of the state’s most romantic homes are on the market, and their facades alone could make the fussiest protagonist swoon.

Commanding one of Queensland’s most prestigious ocean views from an elevated 2821-square-metre parcel of the Whitsundays, property number one is the architectural

10 Hayman Estate, Hayman Island, above and left; 5927 Turnberry Terrace, Sanctuary Cove, above right and far right; 200 Ocean View Road, Ocean View, bottom right.

masterpiece oozing opulence at 10 Hayman East, Hayman Island.

On the market for $7.7 million, and featuring a heat-regulated infinity pool that looks over the Great Barrier Reef, the four-bedroom, fourbathroom “private paradise” envelopes a level of luxury that the selling agent, Carol Carter of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty, says not only encapsulates romance, but the best the eastern seaboard can offer in exclusivity.

“There are a few reasons this home is special and one is the total privacy … then there are the views. They are just stunning and it blows you away every time you go up there,” Carter says.

“But you also have resort facilities at your fingertips, so even if you want to have a romantic dinner for two it can all be arranged with a private chef while looking at that view.”

And interest, she says, has been nothing short of immense from prestige buyers across the nation and the globe.

“What we’re seeing is a new wave of Australians who traditionally may have travelled overseas for their annual holidays or those who are taking advantage of the closed borders and venturing to see a part of Australia they have never seen before,” Carter says.

“And Hayman is in the heart of the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef. There is tremendous value in just that fact alone … and when people realise how truly magnificent it is, they want to be more invested in the lifestyle.

“I do also believe we’ll have a rush once those borders open because we have several people waiting to get back here.”

Second on the list – and occupying a 1500-square-metre parcel of the exclusive Sanctuary Cove on the Gold Coast – is the breathtaking 5927 Turnbury Terrace.

The five-bedroom house has mesmerising views and a Hamptons charm that melds with the elite aesthetic of the estate, says selling agent Glenys Pitkin of Harcourts Coastal Paradise Point.

“It feels as though it floats … you’ve got these two lakes [in front] and the house is projected forward and it’s just gorgeous. There’s a lot of hand-laid stone, and all the bathrooms are marble,” she says. “I think in terms of romance, it’s the fact that the home flows so well and it’s

got two big master suites. The gardens are sensational as well.”

The home is priced at “interest above $5 million”.

Further north, and wrapping up the romantic trio, is the charmant chateau at 200 Ocean View Road, Ocean View, in the heart of one of Queensland’s most picturesque hinterland pockets.

As if lifted from the Brittany countryside, the exquisite estate, priced at $4.2 million to $4.5 million, harks back to old-world France while capturing breathtaking views of the Glass House Mountains and the Sunshine Coast.

Co-selling agent Nigel Statham, of Ray White Dayboro, says the sheer romance of the fourhectare estate makes it a journey rather than mere bricks and mortar, while a shallow moat and a balcony seductively perched off a tower give it a Shakespearean appeal.

“I think it’s the quality that actually makes it so romantic. Properties with a bit of a theme can miss the mark but this one doesn’t,” he says.

“The kitchen is the kind of place you can just imagine making this big meal in … but I think the most romantic feature has to be the courtyard. It’s just beautifully done.”

Hayman Island Whitsundays 10 Hayman Estate $7.7 million

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Private sale Agent: Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty, Carol Carter 0414 760 305 A four-bedroom, four-bathroom estate on a 2821-square-metre block designed by architect Kerry Hill. Featuring a heat-regulated infinity pool, natural stone finishes and sweeping ocean views.

Sanctuary Cove Gold Coast 5927 Turnberry Terrace $5 million +

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Private sale Agent: Harcourts Coastal Paradise Point, Glenys Pitkin 0418 860 927 A five-bedroom, six-bathroom abode on a 1500-square-metre block with 47.7 metres of absolute golf course frontage. The home features travertine tiles, gas fireplaces, and a pool.

Ocean View Brisbane 200 Ocean View Road $4.2 million

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Private sale Agent: Ray White Rural Dayboro, Nigel Statham 0413 545 246 and Vicki Pain 0427 655 209 A French-style estate on a four-hectare parcel overlooking the Glass House Mountains and the Sunshine Coast. Featuring Juliet balconies, handmade stained-glass windows, and a small moat.

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TUGUN

Expressions of Interest Closing – 3pm 16th November 2021 Truly the epitome of palatial beachfront living. Architecturally designed, this grand residence encompasses endless ocean views whilst being situated prominently upon one of the most prestigious streets the Gold Coast has to offer.

Imagine a lifestyle where you are surrounded by beautiful manicured gardens as waves break upon the shore beyond.

With commanding views of a world-famous surf break, as well as extremely close proximity to trendy cafes, dining precincts, bars and Coolangatta Airport to name a few, this is truly the perfect family and entertainer’s delight.

Your own piece of heaven awaits you, Contact us today.

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KANGAROO VALLEY

Kangaroo Valley is a sleepy village of fewer than 1000 permanent residents – until the weekend or holidays arrive. B y K ATE FARRE LLY In September, Jeff Dudgeon opened the doors

music and arts events throughout the year,

of his new bottle shop, Kangaroo Valley Fine

including the biennial Sculpture in the Valley.

Wines & Craft Ales. Unlike his Bomaderry store, he knew his new outlet would need a premium

Natural wonders

approach, reflective of the growing gentrification

Bound to the west by Morton National Park,

of the tiny NSW town and its many visitors.

home to the dramatic Fitzroy Falls, the valley has

“Real estate is a bit more expensive over here

need to leave town to lap up magical views. The

wine,” he says. “I’ve got a full door of local craft

escarpment is the valley’s stunning backdrop,

beer and a section for local wine and spirits and

with pockets of rainforest and farmland creating

I’m looking to add some premium international

a rich and rewarding landscape.

Village vibe

Shoalhaven 261a Mount Sconzi Road $4.5 million

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“Buyers are looking for privacy, a place where they can bring their family,” says Bond Lifestyle Properties principal Carrie Bond. “A lot of people

It’s the last shopfront on Moss Vale Road, sitting

live on the waterfront in Sydney, so rather than

opposite an enduring favourite – The General

looking for a coastal retreat they’re looking for a

cafe and convenience store. You’ll also find a

country escape with wide, open spaces.

bakehouse, Sweet As – where you can buy

Kangaroo Valley

easy access to scenic bush trails but you don’t

and customers are looking for better quality

wines to the selection.”

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Expressions of interest

“Kangaroo Valley offers clean air and clean

artisan gelato – and a selection of eateries

water and every property is unique, so it’s a

Agent: Bond Lifestyle Properties,

including Jing Jo Cafe Restaurant, Hampden Deli,

refreshing place to be.”

Carrie Bond 0421 449 846

Buona Pizza and The Friendly Inn Hotel.

Nestled between the Southern Highlands and South Coast of NSW and about two hours’ drive from Sydney or Canberra, Kangaroo Valley is home to fewer than 1000 permanent residents.

Bond says demand for real estate has reached

Freshly renovated in the style of a Mediterranean

record highs since COVID hit, with Sydney and

farmhouse, The Casa is on almost three hectares

Canberra buyers leading the charge.

of park-like grounds three minutes’ drive from the

There have been eight sales topping $3 million

village. The property can be sold fully furnished.

in the past 12 months, including Cedar Grove, a 47-hectare estate with two dwellings, a pool

The escarpment forms

owners head over for the weekend and tourists

and tennis court, which sold for $5.9 million in

a dramatic backdrop to

visit to enjoy the rural idyll, partaking in walking,

December, and Braeside, a two-hectare

The Casa, a six-

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cycling, kayaking, horse riding and golf. The valley

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also plays host to monthly farmers’ markets and

for $3 million in July.

Kangaroo Valley.

in Kangaroo Valley

But its population swells as holiday-home

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‘ L I T T L E COV E ’ N O O SA H E A D S

4 Kareela Avenue

Welcome to ‘SUNDAY’ an architectural marvel nestled amongst lush, serene surrounds, this is a home that must be seen to be believed. From the moment you step through the striking modern entrance, you are transported to a world of peace, privacy and tranquillity with everything Noosa Heads has to offer on your doorstep.

The world-renowned Hastings Street and Noosa National Park are within easy walking distance along with some of the region’s best surf breaks. This is a rare chance to immerse yourself in unparalleled luxury in one of Australia’s most prized destinations.

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Inspired hinterland living DREAM HOMES

Close to Byron Bay, this Robin Boyd-influenced modern home delivers a magical rural lifestyle. B y PAU LIN E M O RRIS SE Y

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n a hilltop in the Byron Bay hinterland, is a sprawling and sunlit new-build named Las Palmas, inspired by the owner’s previous family home.

Built by Sally and Matthew McGarry as their family home, the truly remarkable residence has taken design cues from Fenner House, a midcentury modern icon, designed in the 1950s by one of Australia’s most influential architects, Robin Boyd – a house filled with childhood memories for Sally that was commissioned and owned by her late grandfather.

“Our intention was to build a family home where our three boys could run freely, and after coming across this property … we instantly fell in love with the open space, hinterland views and sunset orientation,” says Sally. “We couldn’t wait to start the build and call this place home.”

From purchasing the land in early 2016, the couple sought the guidance of both Sydney-

based DUO Architects and Byron-based Davis Architects. With landscape design by LARC Collective, executed by Lime Landscapes, the build was completed in January 2020.

“We lived on-site in a tiny cabin for the last half of the build, [so] we had the opportunity to become familiar with the space, as we picked our fixtures and fittings,” recalls Sally. “We really got to know our builders and tradies, and would often end the day with a knock-off beer while watching the sunset – it was a highlight to see first-hand how much dedication and passion was brought to the project.”

Akin to Fenner House, Las Palmas is divided into two wings: one for entertaining and the other for sleeping, with the sleeping wing oriented to the north, and the entertaining wing set to the south-west, spilling to the outdoors, with sweeping views of the hinterland’s rolling hills.

“The free-flowing floor plan is a key feature of the house, permitting large spans of continuous glass to create a series of moments and uninterrupted connections to the landscape,” Sally explains. “For example, I can be busy in the grand kitchen, preparing something on the massive island bench, and still catch the sunset or watch the kids play in the pool – when the glass doors are open, I can feel like I’m outside with them.”

Brimming with high-end luxury materials and designer finishes, such as burnished concrete floors and the use of blackbutt timber throughout, Las Palmas achieves a perfect balance between modern minimalist and ’70s eclectic, made better by Sally’s knack for styling.

“My vision was to create a relaxing holiday vibe, with handpicked and sourced items that have a story to tell,” she says. “I have mixed new pieces, like a modular sofa from HK Living, rugs from Tigmi Trading, and tables by Sarah Ellison, blended with second-hand finds from antique stores and garage sales.”

Adding to its spectacular appeal, the home’s exterior encompasses a wrap-around concrete deck, a stunning 15-metre infinity-edge pool, an outdoor cinema and a fire-pit area, along with giant pillar rocks displayed about, sourced from a local quarry.

“Be it swimming year-round in the pool or watching movies under the stars, our home provides an unmistakable feeling of release,” Sally says. “And then there’s the fact that it offers the best of both worlds – the hinterland and rural living experience, with easy access to the beach and coastal living.”

While the McGarry family have come to love life at Las Palmas, a new exciting project beckons, resulting in the property hitting the market for the first time.

“The house was purpose-built to make it easy to pack up and holiday-let, and we also have prepared plans to build a second house, maximising the property’s earning potential in the future,” says Sally. “We hope the next buyer is not only someone who will make the most of these opportunities, but also love the resort-like holiday feel – especially the magical sunsets.”

Myocum Byron Bay 20 Fig Tree Lane $9 million

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Private sale Agent: First National Byron, Tara Torkkola 0423 519 698

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NOOSA HEADS

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First time on the market for over 40 years, this is one of the most outstanding locations in Noosa Heads and a once in a life time opportunity to purchase a river front North facing position just a short walk to Hastings Street.

Enjoy all the fabulous boating around the river and canals or just a short ride out through the river mouth to the open ocean and the world famous surfing points of Noosa.

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THE PROPERTY INVESTOR

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Ask yourself: Are you a risk-taker?

Investing in residential property may seem easy, but it’s essential to assess your appetite for, or aversion to, risk.

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Do you risk overpaying in areas like Palm Beach, Sydney, or look at less popular areas for higher growth but risk not having a tenant?

here are some people who love fast cars, high-adrenaline sports and investments that pay big – if they come off. And there are others who prefer a quieter life of steady returns, security and far less stress.

But for all investors in residential property, it’s vital that they understand their own risk profile before they make the leap, advises property investment expert Luke Harris, author of the new book Property Fit: Get your Property Portfolio in Shape for Financial Freedom.

“I hear many stories at the moment about people who’ve heard talk around the barbecue about Bitcoin and they invest sometimes without even knowing what it is,” he says. “But the good thing about property is that everyone understands it.

“At the same time, you still need to know your appetite for, or aversion to, risk. If you’re 58, for example, you probably don’t want to buy a property and have to wait a long time for its value to grow; you might want to activate it through a renovation to help. But if you’re younger, you can take more of a risk.”

Trying accurately to assess your own situation is critical in working out how much risk you should be prepared to take, Harris suggests.

For example, you might have a job that’s under threat, on a short-term contract or be in uncertain casual employment.

“It’s about having an informed position and moving ahead from that.”

Or you might have a very low level of savings that can’t provide a buffer if you hit trouble with an investment.

“So, you need to educate yourself to understand the risks associated with different residential investments, and learn not to be emotional about those decisions,” Harris says.

“It’s about having an informed position and moving ahead from that.”

Founder of Freedom Property Investors Scott Kuru agrees that people’s own perceptions of risk can be very different. That’s not such a problem in terms of holding a property in today’s rock-bottom-interest-rate environment with low vacancy rates in most areas.

“But that can still be location and propertydependent,” Kuru says.

“You’ll increase your risk of not having a tenant and being able to repay your mortgage if you’ve invested in a property no one likes in an area where no one wants to live.

“Buying the right property can then be the riskiest proposition. There are some areas where people are caught up in FOMO and are overpaying for property and they’re overlooking less popular areas where there might be a lot more growth potential. Those risks can be lessened, however, by doing your due diligence about properties and researching areas.”

Being tolerant to risk-taking can always be a function of age, income and profession, but it’s often tied just as much to a person’s psychology, believes Brighter Finance mortgage broker Marcus Roberts.

“Attitudes to risk and risk-management can come from your background,” he says. “Some people have grown up in a very conservative fashion, while others are brought up to be much bigger risk-takers – and not having a backup plan doesn’t worry them.”

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29 LAIDLAW PARADE EAST BRISBANE

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Riverfront masterpeice designed by Greg Natale This newly built architectural masterpiece is arguably Brisbane’s most prestigious residence. Designed and styled by one of Australia’s most renowned designers, Greg Natale, no expense has been spared in its creation. Black, white and gold themed throughout, its opulent use of Italian crafted marble, venetian plaster, and brass makes this truly special home one of a kind.

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Situated on a 597sqm North facing block of prime inner-city riverfront real estate with its own private jetty.

960sqm home is set over three suspended concrete levels, each with impressive three metre high ceilings.

-Zug appliances.

Home cinema room, home gym, sauna, steam room and bath to be used for hot or ice baths.

State of the art security system which can be controlled and monitored off-site.

One of Brisbane’s best homes and perfect for a buyer demanding high-end perfection.

Please contact agents to book your inspection.

SCAN FOR MORE INFORMATION Future inspection times, eBrochure and more details about this property are available by scanning the QR code.

Contact Agents Henry Hodge 0455 500 035 Kosta Porfyriou 0404 430 327 henryhodge.com.au

1 Bronte Court Hampton 4+ B 4 b 2 C s

Hampton’s Haven with a family focus Indulge in Hamptons style luxury in the heart of Hampton’s prized sports and leisure precinct. House 5 is magnificently situated on this season’s only 911sqm (approx) allotment, showcasing this year’s only multi-level family home.

Kirsty and Jesse have impeccably transformed their home into a 4-bedroom plus study, 4-bathroom beauty encompassing the latest smart home automation, al fresco entertaining and another Block first, a basement home cinema and bar.

Auction Saturday 6 November Inspect By appointment Contact Halli Moore 0403 777 661 Michelle Gagêt 0408 897 774 John Rombotis 0404 073 365

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HAMPTON 2 Bronte Court EVERY INDULGENCE FOR EFFORTLESS LIVING Family living soars to spectacular heights in this exclusive home, with outstanding craftsmanship and luxe design by The Block’s Ronnie and Georgia. Precision planning has created a four-bedroom oasis with a large living & dining zone, Neff multi-oven kitchen & butler’s pantry, basement cinema & bar, plus library/ study. Superb outdoor living with a pool and deck, metres from Thomas Street Reserve. belleproperty.com

AUCTION Saturday 6 November VIEW By Appointment

Jenny Dwyer 0418 528 988 David Wood 0418 315 114

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Auction Saturday 6th November

8 Bronte Court Hampton "The Hunt is over" Forever associated with mid-century modernism, 'The Hunt House c1956' designed by iconic architect Neil Clerehan, delivers flawlessly transformed spaces, nodding at Bayside's fascinating past with the backing of a luxury renovation.

Contact Jesse Raeburn 0429 193 978 Christine Henderson 0415 854 122

Mountain Lodge Retreat

Indulging the senses high above the city lights of Melbourne, no expense or effort has been spared in the creation of this simply unrepeatable French inspired chateau.

Set on approximately 2,400sqm, framed by its European façade and immersed within an exquisite established landscaped garden sanctuary, this immensely private residence is one of the �inest homes ever to be offered for sale in the Dandenong Ranges only 30 minutes drive from the south east suburbs of Melbourne.

Buoyed by a privileged elevated position, the imposing timeless architecture is at home within its lavish perfumed gardens �illed with roses, camelias, gardenias, tulips, freesias, hyacinth, jasmine, Mexican orange blossoms, over 50 custom made

Price Range: $6,800,000 - $7,400,000 / Expressions of Interest Phone to arrange an inspection

pots and several statues including 4 Seasons, Dali Alice in Wonderland and Dali the Surrealist Piano.

Recently transformed and extensively rebuilt throughout, lavish proportions include soaring ceilings to all levels, Italian porcelain �looring, imported staircases, divine wood paneling from French and Belgium Chateaus, thick marble surfaces and the latest high-end appliances. The extensive layout features two extravagant master suites complete with sumptuous ensuites, decadent living & dining rooms, a top �loor gold class theatre room for eight and, adding a further aristocratic feel, an inspired cigar room by Roberto Cavalli.

45 Mount Eliza Way, Mount Eliza 3930 | LOCAL EXPERTS | GLOBAL DOMINANCE AGENTS: Rob Curtain 0418 310 870 | Marco Santos 0426 046 937

TARALGA 'Tanjenong' 6875 Taralga Road With majestic views stretching across the Great Dividing Range 'Tanjenong' will resonate for those looking for a lifestyle change with prime grazing land and tourism business attached and all of this, located less then 3 hours from Sydney. This 226ha (560-acre) estate, idyllically positioned 15-minutes north of Taralga in the Southern Tablelands, is a popular short-break destination embracing nature and relaxation. Famed as a bush walking retreat, this is the first time the beautifully restored property - holiday cottages and art gallery has been offered in 50 years. This is a unique opportunity to purchase a thriving tourism cottage business, while living in a glorious picturesque countryside setting, straddling the Abercrombie peninsula.

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6 December 2021, 6:00pm David Medina 0419 772 233

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