Tag: Premium Property
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Prestigious Toorak Gardens character home
When Pippa and her family moved into their historic Toorak Gardens home three and a half years ago, it had all the makings of a forever home. With a swimming pool, a tennis court and the home’s character charm, the 1800-square-metre property was ideal for Pippa, her husband and their four sporty daughters. “It’s a…
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New England-style family entertainer in Netherby
Angela McLean and Peter Sharley built their dream family home at 10 Heather Avenue in Netherby after returning from America where they were inspired by picturesque New England-style homes. “We built the house from scratch and designed it as a family home … and now it’s just too big for the two of us,” says…
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Opulent resort-style living at West Lakes Shore
Dieter Eliasson was inspired by holidays in the Gold Coast when creating his resort-style home in West Lakes Shore. He tells SALIFE he was drawn to the coastal location of the property in Adelaide’s west, nestled between West Lakes and Tennyson Beach. “I was drawn to the location – to be surrounded by water on…
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Adelaide Hills escape with a ‘perfect country feel’
Tim and Kate Cece intended 67 Kangaroo Island Road, Mylor, to be their forever home. The house, which was shortlisted for the HIA’s Rural Build award, was completed by St Georges Constructions in 2024 and was inspired by Tim’s love of New Zealand barn-style architecture. “We have spent a lot of time in New Zealand…
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Modernist marvel in Hawthorn breaks barriers
For architect Nicholas Ingerson, his favourite moment when designing this Hawthorn home was to see it finally built. “Considering the resistance that we had at the planning stage to get approval, the most rewarding part was to see it completed, and see it completed at such a high standard,” he says. Built from 2023 to…
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Old meets new in wonderful Walkerville
For business owner Leigh Chinn, it was the prime location and endless renovation possibilities that first drew him to 3 Smith Street, Walkerville some 13 years ago. The serenity of the suburb, with its picturesque tree-lined streets, and the spacious size of the block, were major selling points. “A big asset (of the home) is…
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Breathtaking bluestone in Unley Park
Thirteen years ago, when Alex first set eyes on 46 Westall Street, Unley Park, she was drawn to its prime location and beautiful character features. The turn-of-the-century bluestone villa is close to cafes, restaurants and boutiques on King William Road and Unley Road, and is just a short walk from Heywood Park. The central location…
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Luxury $6 million East Terrace apartment with parkland views
The apartment’s owner Donald Brown, 92, purchased the property off-the-plan 14 years ago. Now, Donald – formerly a company director – has made the tough decision to move into a retirement village, meaning that 1/225 East Terrace, Adelaide, is on the market. Donald tells SALIFE that he has enjoyed the ease of apartment living, the…
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Historic splendour in Springfield
It was the property’s rich history and exclusive postcode that drew the interest of current owners Lily and Tom when they purchased the home in 2016. “The foothills were non-negotiable for us. Brookside Road and The Glade junction is arguably Springfield’s quietest pocket – it feels beautifully secluded, yet everything’s just minutes away,” says Lily.…
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Historic Medindie villa has the best of both worlds
When Jane Copley, a radiologist, moved into her Medindie home in 1998, it was the location and the blend of historic grandeur with modern family living that set 62 Hawkers Road apart. “It was sold previously quite derelict and a builder had bought it and renovated it, so it had that nice mix of big…