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The Jewel in the Crown There is an amazing property for sale on the Newrybar escarpment. The Jewel, 448 Old Byron Bay Road, with its unsurpassed views and privacy is on the market for the first time in almost 20 years. This discreet property features luxurious and character-filled accommodation set amongst superb mature tropical gardens. Owner Rick De Leede knew that this special property deserved a distinctive and creative marketing campaign and when he read a story on the front page of The Echo about local artist Maddy Hill, he knew he had found just the right person for the task. Maddie spent over 100 hours creating, then
painting, the fantastical map of the Northern Rivers showing The Jewel as the centerpiece. Maddy’s artwork was shown to great advantage in the centre pages of last week’s Echo when The Jewel was first advertised in the centrepage spread. Janis Perkins, owner of Real Estate of Distinction, is the agent for the property. ‘It is a privilege to be the agent for The Jewel
of Byron, 448 Old Byron Bay Road. Seldom does a property of such distinction come to market. We are pleased with the level of interest so far. The property is very private and sits on the best piece of flat land atop the escarpment. It is the envy of anyone fortunate enough to have been there. Now a new owner can either keep the understated elegance of the existing buildings
or build something contemporary.’ When Rick was asked what he has enjoyed most about living at The Jewel, he said, ‘I was a publican in Sydney’s inner west for ten years. Moving here allowed me to take a step back. The sublime beauty of this property, the view that greets you each day can restore even the most jaded soul.’ The Jewel is a truly unique
property; superb as is, and yet with so much potential. To see the full photo gallery and the details visit thejewelbyronbay.com.au.
The closing date for expressions of interest is 7 May through Janis Perkins Real Estate of Distinction, 0438 841 122.
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