Described as “a masterpiece of Moroccan design and compelling luxury”, a five-bedroom home at Thirroul will be auctioned later this month.
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Selling agent, Belle Property Wollongong principal Darren Kay said the tri-level bespoke home at 46A Robinsville Cr, Thirroul has already attracted a range of inquiries from potential Illawarra and Sydney buyers.
“It truly is a Moroccan-inspired design,” he said.
“It’s very much, almost like a Moroccan castle, which has been attracting quite a variety of buyers due to its unique design and features.
“The property offers the opportunity to reside in the residence itself, but also provides the opportunity for a second income in the detached residence.”
Mr Kay said the price guide was set between $1.8 million and $1.85 million.
The open-plan living area and resort-style pool terrace, connected by tall hand-carved doorways and bi-fold doors, provides options for summer entertaining.
Other features include landscaped gardens and entertainment area with wood-fired oven/barbecue, as well as deluxe in-ground saltwater Magna pool, covered spa and level grass yard.
It will be auctioned on Friday, December 15.
According to Australian Property Monitors, the home last sold in 2014 for $1,190,000.
“Since then, the separate detached residence has been extensively renovated, with an addition of a media/family room under the house as well,” Mr Kay said.
REINSW elects Leanne Pilkington president
The Real Estate Institute of NSW has elected Leanne Pilkington as president of the industry body, effective immediately for a two-year term.
REINSW CEO Tim McKibbin said Ms Pilkington’s major strength was her ability to connect with people right across the industry.
“Leanne’s charismatic style and strong leadership skills will see her focus on our lobbying efforts,” Mr McKibbin said.
“With more than 25 years’ experience in the industry she has already demonstrated her ability to put a voice to the wants and needs of the industry.
“A strong advocate for women in the profession, Leanne is the second female president since the establishment of REINSW in 1910 and was a founder of the Real Women in Real Estate group,” Mr McKibbin said.
Ms Pilkington is currently the managing director of real estate group Laing+Simmons, having joined the franchise in 1995. She was elected to the REINSW Board of Directors in 2009.
“I first became involved in the REINSW board because I was concerned about declining education standards across the industry,” she said.
“My lobbying efforts will be focused on improving education and training.
“I will also look at the level of service that agents provide consumers and am very encouraging of women stepping out from administration roles, where they currently dominate, and into sales and property management.”
Ms Pilkington replaces outgoing president John Cunningham.
