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News.com.au
2 hours ago
- News.com.au
Luxury Highton home beats $3m in landmark sale
A luxurious five-bedroom home near Buckleys Falls at Highton has beaten $3m in a rising area of the suburb. The voluminous two-storey residence constructed by custom builder Signature Homes Geelong sold for $3.1m recently, after first hitting the market last spring. Belle Property agent Maree Corda brokered the deal at 50 Rivergum Drive with local business owners who were looking to upgrade in Highton. Burnett family lists Geelong pub after 45 years She said the seven-year-old residence was initially offered off-market, with a number of taking private inspections before the listing went live to the public with $3.15m to $3.35m hopes, later sharpened to a $3.1m single price. 'We had a couple of people genuinely interested throwing figures in the low $2m range,' Ms Corda said. 'The buyers are local Highton people who want to stay in Geelong and upgrade.' The home provides 58 squares of living space, on a 959sq m corner block overlooking the Barwon River. The home offers palatial living with quality finishes and high ceilings, including Italian and German fixtures and dramatic designer lighting enhances the voluminous space. A floating staircase connects the levels, while large windows allow natural light to flood the home, with metal louvres fitted to ensure climate control indoors. The Nobilia kitchen has Dekton benchtops, integrated Liebherr appliances and a butler's pantry and laundry fitted with premium appliances. The living and dining areas have with double-glazed doors, electric blinds and ducted heating and cooling. A protected outdoor area adjacent to the pool is equipped with outdoor kitchen prep area, an imported pizza oven, barbecue, and bar fridge. Ms Corda said the fully automated pool with bubble jets, lighting, and year-round heating, adds a resort-like ambience. The 4-car garage has a custom 6m roller door, 360-degree camera system, backup battery, and Sons-integrated speakers, with additional storage with internal plumbing. The property is the second multimillion-dollar sale in Highton in 2025, beaten by a luxury 2529sq m Willowfield Court estate that hit $5.5m in March. Highton's $875,000 median house price is nearly 5 per cent lower than the same time last year.
News.com.au
3 hours ago
- News.com.au
Luxe Mount Martha family home hits market
Steps away from The Pillars and close to South Beach in one of Mount Martha's most prized pockets, sits the architecturally designed residence Haven by Manr. Designed and delivered by the locally based developer, known for high-end residential projects, the vendor and director of Manr, David Whelan, says their homes 'strengthen the community fabric and put family living at the centre'. 'With Haven by Manr, our vision was to create a sanctuary where Hamptons elegance meets relaxed Peninsula living, a home that feels both luxurious and deeply welcoming from the very first moment,' Whelan says. Every decision from the pitched roofline to the resort-style outdoor zone was guided by the desire to deliver a timeless family home that will age gracefully and support modern lifestyles with comfort and style. 'Flow and flexibility define the plan,' Whelan says. 'A dramatic entry axis pulls you toward the pool terrace, while multiple living zones allow everyone to gather or retreat as needed.' Subtly woven into the layout is an attention to daily practicality, featuring a guest suite for visitors, a secluded study for work-from-home days and a seamless connection between the gourmet kitchen, dining area and outdoor space for effortless entertaining. The home also blends luxury and liveability through its design, style and execution. 'That philosophy translates into dramatic gestures like the double height foyer and poolside glazing, paired with thoughtful comforts: generous storage, layered lighting, functional zoning and natural textures that invite daily use,' Whelan says. Whelan says that what sets this home apart from other Manr homes is its finer architectural details, such as a curved 4.5m-high skylight in the master ensuite shower, which allows soft natural light to flow into the space. 'Inside and out, natural stone elements add richness and depth, while a built-in brick fireplace anchors the alfresco zone with warmth and timeless character.' The home also maximises the natural landscape and environment, providing privacy, walkability and a Peninsula lifestyle. 'Marguerita Ave is quietly prestigious yet moments from Mount Martha village, respected schools, scenic walking tracks, and iconic coastal landmarks,' Whelan says. Perfect for young families, discerning downsizers, or weekenders, the property has much to offer. 'Future owners will savour long summer days around the pool, effortless gatherings beneath the alfresco ceiling, and quiet winter evenings by the outdoor fire.' Sign up to the Herald Sun Weekly Real Estate Update. Click here to get the latest Victorian property market news delivered direct to your inbox.
SBS Australia
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- SBS Australia
"Housekeepers" by Kaede Miyamura wins Best National Short Film at the Multicultural Film Festival
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