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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
‘Truly exquisite' home has lovely views – and is perfect for animal-lovers
A home in Pleasington is our property of the week and it's described as a 'truly exquisite' property with space to keep horses if wanted. The property, with Victorian-inspired features, on Pleasington Lane would be a great home to raise a family as it has four bedrooms and even a self-contained two-bedroom annex on site. Golf-lovers can take advantage of Pleasington Golf Club, which is located nearby. Inside the main house, original historic features have been retained and well cared for, including hardwood-framed sash windows, ceiling roses, and decorative coving. The entrance hall features oak flooring and a spindle staircase, setting the tone for the rest of the home. Two large reception rooms act as living and dining space, with fireplaces, high ceilings, and plenty of natural light. The kitchen is fitted with a range of units, granite worktops and a central island. The room is integrated with top-of-the-range appliances. The kitchen opens onto a breakfast room and leads into a large orangery overlooking the garden. Additional ground floor accommodation includes a utility room, toilet, and cloakroom, all well-presented and practical for family life. Upstairs, the main house features four double bedrooms, two of which have en-suite shower rooms. The other two are served by a family bathroom, complete with a roll-top bath and granite vanity unit. Also on the first floor is a split-level landing and large sash windows, which make the space feel even bigger. The annexe has its own entrance and provides an independent living space ideal for extended family, guests, or potential rental use. It includes two bedrooms, each with an en-suite, a fitted kitchen, and a lounge with French doors opening out to the garden. Outside, the property boasts several outdoor spaces, including a large lawned rear garden with mature trees, shrubs, and planting areas, as well as a side courtyard and a seating area surrounding a pond. The plot extends into a paddock at the rear, which could be used to keep animals or used for something else entirely, including as a gardening space. The paddock and part of the grounds can be excluded from the sale if preferred, allowing for a reduced price and more manageable plot size. A spokesperson for Stones Young Estate and Letting Agents, which is marketing the property, said: 'Presenting a truly exquisite opportunity to own a stunning four-bedroom detached home set in the idyllic village of Pleasington. 'This Victorian double-fronted property exudes elegance and charm, boasting exceptional décor and a generous plot just shy of an acre, including a paddock – a true countryside retreat in the heart of the village and directly across from Pleasington Golf Club.'
Daily Telegraph
15-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Daily Telegraph
Golf tragics will find this tee-rrific
13 Delta Rd, Lane Cove comes with its own putting green. Golf tragics might want to check out a family home in Lane Cove that has its own private putting green and is adjacent to Lane Cove golf course. Number 13 Delta Rd is a five-bedroom architecturally designed house transformed by builder Brodie McMahon of Straw Stick Brick Construction Management. Brodie made sure his new house sat with the trees and was private but also allowed in lots of light. MORE: Most bitter Aussie celebrity divorces It offers the perfect way to learn how to keep your putting average below par. Family and friends can thaw out by the fire pit during winter. 'Two windows bring into the house two magnificent gum trees and we watch them year round as they change dramatically with the seasons,' he said. There are two floors of living space, vaulted ceilings, two bedrooms with their own bathrooms and a gourmet gas kitchen. The huge windows fill the home with natural light. The house is also close by the Lane Cove Golf Course. It would suit multigenerational families. Meanwhile, the house is at the end of a cul-de-sac and moments from the nine-hole golf course and the new sports centre and clubhouse that the club is building. A small putting green in the house's back garden helps keep the putting average below par. This large home goes to auction on July 30 through Belle Property Lindfield and has a guide of $4.5m.
News.com.au
14-07-2025
- Business
- News.com.au
Golf tragics will find this tee-rrific
Golf tragics might want to check out a family home in Lane Cove that has its own private putting green and is adjacent to Lane Cove golf course. Number 13 Delta Rd is a five-bedroom architecturally designed house transformed by builder Brodie McMahon of Straw Stick Brick Construction Management. Brodie made sure his new house sat with the trees and was private but also allowed in lots of light. 'Two windows bring into the house two magnificent gum trees and we watch them year round as they change dramatically with the seasons,' he said. There are two floors of living space, vaulted ceilings, two bedrooms with their own bathrooms and a gourmet gas kitchen. It would suit multigenerational families. Meanwhile, the house is at the end of a cul-de-sac and moments from the nine-hole golf course and the new sports centre and clubhouse that the club is building. A small putting green in the house's back garden helps keep the putting average below par. This large home goes to auction on July 30 through Belle Property Lindfield and has a guide of $4.5m.
News.com.au
13-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- News.com.au
Expat experience shapes striking Highton home by architect Lachlan Shepherd
Architecturally designed, blending nature with contemporary elegance, this four-bedroom home is an example of masterful planning and construction. For the vendor, ensuring that the home catered to his family's needs was at the top of the priority list when purchasing the large corner block (approx. 1200sq m) in Highton eight years ago. 'We were drawn to the area and this block with its potential for a combination of private, family-friendly living with amazing convenience,' the vendor says. 'With approximately 50m of no-through road practically to ourselves, it gave our young boys the freedom to safely skateboard, shoot hoops, and kick the footy with barely any traffic flow.' This vision carried over to 72 Stoneleigh Cres, Highton's design by Surf Coast architect, Lachlan Shepherd, and the build by Phil Jessen of Torquay Homes. 'Lachlan didn't just understand our brief; he intuitively grasped the lifestyle we envisioned after returning from living in Shanghai for several years,' the vendor says. 'We wanted a home that allowed us to spend more time living and less time maintaining. His response was inspired: a low-maintenance, enduring blend of Corten steel, concrete, and glass that delivers a sleek, contemporary aesthetic without sacrificing warmth or function.' The vendor says the vision was 'expertly brought to life by Phil Jessen of Torquay Homes,' resulting in 'a striking architectural statement that's every bit a comfortable, lasting family haven'. The haven – featuring 4.2m-high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, intelligent zoning, and immersive connection to nature – has allowed the family of four to make lasting memories. 'From the start, this home was designed to be a place where memories are made. With two active boys immersed in sports and community life, it quickly became the go-to hub for birthdays, family gatherings, and countless casual catch-ups,' the vendor says. 'The layout and landscaping make entertaining effortless — whether it's a sunlit barbecue on the expansive silvertop ash deck, a poolside hangout that stretches into the evening, fireside chats by the pit, or backyard basketball on the in-ground trampoline and lawn.' With an array of impressive features, it's hard to choose favourites, the vendor says, but there are two that sit at the top of the list. 'The north-facing floor-to-ceiling double-glazed stacker doors and windows would have to top the list — they frame a panoramic outlook that shifts with the light and can be appreciated from virtually every corner of the home,' he says. 'In winter, the hydronic floor heating adds a quiet luxury — no fans, no dust, just a radiant warmth that rises from your toes to your head.' McGrath, Geelong agent Mergim Ibrahimi is handling the sale of 72 Stoneleigh Cres, Highton. Price hopes are $2.79m to $2.95m.
Wall Street Journal
12-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- Wall Street Journal
A 260-Square-Foot Living Room Gets a $300,000 Renovation Rooted in Nature
Taking cues from its adjacent garden square and late-Victorian and Georgian architecture, the living room of a Knightsbridge, London, townhouse pays homage to nature in a layered design. The roughly 260-square-foot space was part of a full renovation for a management consultant and corporate strategist in her early 50s, who shares the home with her two sons. In addition to being a formal space for entertaining, it serves as a place to meet with clients.
