The best properties on the market in Sydney and surroundings right now
By Pauline Morrissey and Lou Sweeney
61 Henderson Drive, Lennox Head
Local knowledge is a wonderful thing, and in the green surroundings at 61 Henderson Drive, Lennox Head, you can see the beautiful result of that familiarity.
Designed by a local architect, this paean to natural light sits on a gentle north-facing rise towards field and forest.
“Everyone that comes here just says, ‘Wow!“’ says McGrath’s Jason Crethar. “The natural light is stunning. You can see through the house to the rainforest. It’s pretty special.”
Deep, judiciously sited decks wrap the north-west communal areas of the house, and act both as a buffer for the summer heat and as a viewing platform for the beauty beyond.
The smart layout zones the lush main bedroom directly across from the living area, with the two linked by a central glazed passage holding three further bedrooms and a bathroom.
This means every section gets a look at the superb magnesium swimming pool sitting blue beacon-like before all that green.
Inside, buttery-soft tonal treatments catch the light, and the tiling glows. The pale green en suite, and the sandy warm hue of the kitchen and bathroom are note-perfect.
On land that measures close to 0.4 hecare, with planning approval for another dwelling, and a location a few minutes from Lennox village and the beach, this stylish sanctuary sounds like opportunity knocking.
The expressions-of-interest campaign has a guide of $5 million.
19 Percival Street, Lilyfield
Stone speaks volumes in this luxurious new family home, where travertine, onyx and marble elevate every surface – from the rosso lepanto feature in the kitchen to the striking green fantastico marble across all four bathrooms. “The central atrium and six in-ground skylights create a dynamic play of light, dissolving boundaries between levels and indoors and out, while enhancing brightness and flow throughout,” says the agent.
21 Sutherland Street, Paddington
A classic Victorian terrace with a crisp white facade, this Paddington home radiates warmth before you’ve even stepped past its welcoming blue door. Decorative balconies add charm to its street presence, drawing admiring glances from passers-by. “The living room is especially captivating, with skylight windows ushering in abundant natural light – the perfect spot for a quiet coffee, a good book or simply unwinding,” says the agent.
78 Great Buckingham Street, Redfern
The best kind of terraces are the ones with tricks up their beautifully restored sleeves, and this grand Victorian delivers. Think Redfern meets resort, with a leafy courtyard, spa-style plunge pool, and even a marble steam room that moonlights as an additional bathroom. “The living area is an indoor-outdoor haven, with glass doors on two sides opening to a secluded sanctuary made for entertaining,” the agent shares.
35 Idaline Street, Collaroy Plateau
Sun, sand, skyline – this light-filled beauty serves up the whole coastal dream, with sweeping views and easy, elegant interiors to match. Think oak floorboards, VJ panelling, brushed brass touches and the kind of open-plan flow that begs for barefoot living. “The poolside cabana has been a standout with buyers. It offers that luxury resort feel, perfect for guests, workdays or slow afternoon naps,” says the agent.
35 Bakers Road, Church Point
Waking up to the glittering Pittwater views from this architect-designed home never gets old – ferries drifting past, storms rolling in, and an instant sense of calm. The interiors flow effortlessly to oversized terraces that invite long lunches, lazy reads, and golden-hour wine. “There’s always a sunny spot to claim. From big family gatherings to quiet solo mornings, this house gives everyone space to simply be,” says the agent.