As the Greater Sydney area continues its lockdown, buyers may be looking for that ideal retreat.
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Therefore, we've compiled a list of seven homes currently on the market throughout the Illawarra and South Coast that you'll want to stay in for all your lockdown days and beyond.
While some of the properties are located outside of the Greater Sydney area, they may present the ideal bolthole for those seeking an escape from lockdown.
1 Nobblers Lane, Terara
Looking for a place to stretch your legs, without going to the local park? Then this waterfront property on the Shoalhaven River may be for you.
It comes with plenty of space for private recreations including a private dock, swimming pool, manicured lawns and low maintenance, mature garden.
The home contains three bedrooms plus a study.
Selling agent, Carrie Bond from Bond Lifestyle Properties said the property had a price guide of $4.25 million to $4.5 million.
"It's really private and just over an acre," she said.
36A Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Austinmer
An evening at the movies is still on the cards during lockdown at this Austinmer home, which comes with its own private cinema.
The grand, two-storey beachside residence also boasts seven bedrooms, four luxury bathrooms and two separate kitchens.
Other features include a rooftop deck with ocean views, landscaped grounds, outdoor entertaining area with firepit, and in-ground pool with waterslide.
It's for sale via expressions of interest.
Selling agent, Peter Armstrong of AM Rutty Coastal said the interest in the property was predominantly from Sydney.
"It's incredibly unique and it has a lot to offer - it is the perfect property to be locked down in," he said.
"There's plenty of spaces for all the family and extended family."
107B The Drive, Stanwell Park
If you're seeking a picturesque setting to get your daily lockdown exercise in, this home, positioned footsteps from Stanwell Park Beach, could be the answer.
Boasting a price guide of $4 million, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home sits on 330 square metres.
It features expansive open plan living and dining and wrap-around balcony with panoramic views.
Other features include indoor-outdoor living, heated polished concrete floors and ducted air-conditioning, double-glazed windows, a workshop for hobbies and outdoor shower.
This property's amazing views will make passing the time during lockdown a little easier.
This five-bedroom, five-bathroom home is set on about two-and-a-half acres on the edge of Budderoo National Park.
It has a price guide of $5.8 million.
Features of the property include a pond that designed and built by the owner, as well as the northerly aspect and views to the coast.
Selling agent, Tim McGoldrick from Elders Real Estate Berry said the high-end property featured a custom designed and built home constructed by Berry builders Strongbuild.
He said standout features included "magnificent" views over the local farmland and coast, as well as its privacy and close proximity to local amenities.
90 William James Drive, Mount Kembla
You may not be able to invite guests over during lockdown, but you can certainly keep the family entertained at this property.
Due to come on to the market next week, this four-bedroom, four-bathroom property has a price guide of $2.7 million.
It's set to be auctioned at a yet to determined date.
Selling agent, Jeremy Hodder from Stone Real Estate Illawarra said the property featured a large pool, spa, media room, a fully self-contained bar and kitchenette downstairs for entertaining, which is attached to a ten-car workshop underneath the house.
"It's a really cool home - you could have endless fun with the kids and set up activities, or if you want to work from home in lockdown, there's a full-blown workshop downstairs if you enjoy tinkering, or working on cars and the like," he said.
"There's so much space to work from home, and the bottom level is an entertainer's paradise."
34 Elanora Road, Kiama Heights
Located in a quiet cul-de-sac, you can enjoy the sweeping panoramic views from the rolling green hills to the ocean's horizon, or take a dip in the resort-style infinity pool in peace.
Set on 740 square metres, this four-bedroom, four-bathroom home's other features include a split level design, glass atrium, landscaped gardens and separate living spaces opening to alfresco entertaining.
Co-selling agent, Troy McNeice of Molenaar & McNeice said interest in the home had been in the low $3 million range.
He said interest had predominantly been from Sydney-siders seeking either a permanent home or a weekender.
It will be auctioned at a yet to be determined date.
65 Wellington Drive, Balgownie
You can live in style during the lockdown period.
'Villa Carla' is a resort-style family home on a 12,128 square metre parcel of land.
It features five oversized bedrooms with walk-in and built-in wardrobes, as well as an outdoor entertaining area containing three cascading pools, tropical palms, a fully equipped alfresco kitchen, swim up bar, spa and sauna.
Each bedroom has views overlooking the estate and expanding beyond over Wollongong and to the Pacific Ocean beyond.
The main also boasts a luxurious ensuite complete with spa bath and double shower.
The property also contains a private tennis court.
Co-selling agent, Mattias Samuelsson from Ray White Helensburgh said there was currently no price guide for this property.