Bygone elegance meets contemporary living in a rare prestige offering
You don’t even need to turn the car around when you leave
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If this property looks like something out of a magazine, that’s because it is. The six-bedroom, four-bathroom 1880s Italianate estate at 75 Ocean Street Woollahra has been showcased in Architectural Digest and Vogue Living no less. Known as ‘Icilus’, the property is set over three levels on 853sqm, including a basement area with fully equipped gym with bathroom and is surrounded by formal gardens and alfresco dining areas that would look at home in Europe.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, every detail of this property has been considered, from the marble kitchen with top of the range Wolf appliances to the auto turntable parking, which makes navigating this vibrant part of the city so much easier. There’s also a spacious home office large enough for two and separate playroom or retreat packed with storage.
Temperatures are managed all year round thanks to air conditioning and hydronic heating, while the abundant natural light ensures a comfortable ambience throughout the day.
On the upper level, the main bedroom suite includes walk through dressing room and generous ensuite.
While the layout is perfectly placed for modern living, it’s the style of this house that will draw buyers in. Bespoke wallpapers, designer pendant lighting, Belgian steamed oak floors and marble fireplaces create a sense of opulence. Beautifully curated by Claire Delmar of CD Studio, spaces speak of bygone charm and contemporary elegance. The property has a price guide of $25 million.
Address: 75 Ocean Street, Woollahra
Price guide: $25 million
Auction: August 19 2023 at 12.45pm
Agent: Ben Collier 0414 646 476 bencollier@theagency.com.au
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Mount French Lodge, one of the most remarkable private estates in Queensland’s Scenic Rim, has been brought to market, offering a glimpse into the growing appetite for high-end lifestyle properties beyond the state’s traditional beachside enclaves.
Located in the tiny locality of Charlwood, around 100km inland from Brisbane and home to just 146 residents at the 2021 Census, the estate stands in stark contrast to its quiet surroundings. Set across nearly 100 acres and positioned some 600 feet above sea level, the property occupies a commanding vantage point beneath the escarpments of Mount French.
It’s this combination of elevation, scale and seclusion that defines the estate, not just as a private residence, but as an experience-led destination. Mount French Lodge has been recognised in both the 2024 and 2025 Best of Queensland Experiences, reflecting a broader shift towards luxury rural retreats that blur the line between home, hospitality and investment.
Last sold for $3.65 million in 2021 to Brisbane-based entrepreneur Tim Woodhouse, the estate has since evolved into a multifaceted holding. At its core is a central lodge, complemented by guest accommodation, entertaining spaces and resort-style amenities spread across two distinct plateaus.
In total, the property comprises 12 bedrooms configured across eight self-contained apartments within multiple lodges. At its heart is the Great Room, a central gathering space anchored by a large living area and fireplace. Nearby, a fully equipped outdoor pavilion with barbecue facilities sits alongside the estate’s swimming pool.
The property is being marketed as a private compound, ranch, corporate retreat and a wedding venue, highlighting its potential as a lifestyle asset with income-generating capability. This kind of flexibility is increasingly resonating with buyers, particularly as demand grows for properties that can serve as multigenerational homes, wellness retreats or boutique accommodation offerings.
Despite its sense of isolation, Mount French Lodge remains within relatively easy reach of Brisbane, around an hour by road or just minutes by helicopter. That balance of accessibility and privacy underscores the broader appeal of the Scenic Rim, which continues to emerge as a quiet achiever in Queensland’s prestige property market.
The listing is being handled by Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty agents Sandy Davies and Nicholas Miranda, and is expected to attract interest from both domestic and international buyers.
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