Seclusion and sophistication without leaving the city

Exclusivity is one of those terms that gets thrown around a lot. In real estate circles, often it’s a case of style over substance, with an emphasis on expensive finishes and high security.

This property understands exclusivity on a whole other level. Just one of 55 properties in the Pittwater enclave of Cottage Point, this waterfront home set in leafy surrounds with Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park as a backdrop is a million miles from care.

Set over three levels, the architect-designed home has four bedrooms on the lower ground floor, including a master suite with spacious walk-in robe that leads into a large ensuite. The master suite enjoys views to the water and, along with the second bedroom, leads directly onto a covered terrace with spa. Two more bathrooms service the additional bedrooms on this level, while a large family room offers space as a play area or teen hang out.

Upstairs, the split level main living area includes the kitchen, dining and lounge room, which leads on to a generous covered alfresco space ideal for entertaining while taking in the expansive water views. Beautifully presented with tiled floors and white walls, the transition between indoor and outdoor spaces is seamless, with stacker doors and highlight windows offering direct connection with the natural environment. For those reluctant to leave the sanctuary of the property to commute, there’s a spacious crow’s nest style study or home office on the top floor, which could also serve as a fifth bedroom.

Those seeking to access the water can take the meandering option via a walk along the garden path to the studio and boat house, which is equipped with a kitchen, bathroom and loft space. This leads to a private jetty designed for watercraft or just dangling toes in the water. When it’s time to head back to the house, the inclinator makes the journey a little less arduous.

There’s room for four cars on site, with garaging for two and carport space for another two. Cottage Point Inn and the Kiosk are within walking distance.

It doesn’t get much more exclusive than that.

Address: 64 Cowan Drive, Cottage Point

Expressions of interest

Inspection: By appointment only

Agent: Nik Vuko 0416 029 417 Rowan Webb 0411 555 444 Domain Residential

64 Cowan Drive, Cottage Point is now on sale. Email property@kanebridge.com.au to learn more.

For Ray White AKG Group chief executive Avi Khan and his fiancée, top-performing agent Kaylea Sayer, no multimillion-dollar property transaction could rival their most treasured arrival, daughter Zara Mae Khan, born just in time for Valentine’s Day.

In a testament to her renowned work ethic, Ms Sayer continued assisting clients from her hospital bed just days after giving birth, finalising settlements while cradling her newborn daughter.

“I had two properties settle yesterday,” said Ms Sayer, who worked right up until Zara’s arrival.

“I am so grateful for my clients, buyers and sellers, they’ve been amazing – I was literally lying in bed organising settlements.”

Weighing 3.5 kilograms, Zara made her entrance at 11.28 pm on Sunday, February 8, at Mater Mothers’ Private Hospital in South Brisbane, arriving just one day after her due date.

“It was my due date, and I was having lunch at mum’s when I started feeling a bit off,” Ms Sayer said.

“I said to Avi, ‘I think we should go home.”

Later that day, her waters broke at home, and the couple headed to the hospital, where an emotional four-hour labour followed.

The experience became even more meaningful when Ms Sayer’s obstetrician, Dr Jill Cox, who was not scheduled to work that weekend, logged in remotely before travelling to the hospital to personally assist with the birth.

“She wasn’t supposed to work that weekend, but she came in around 10 pm,” Ms Sayer said.

“I thought she had just come into work, but she told me she came specifically to help Avi and I. It was so nice having her there.”

For Mr Khan, already a devoted father to Aisha, 12, and Amir, 10, welcoming Zara brought a profound sense of perspective.

“It’s hard to put into words,” he says softly. “In that instant, everything else fades away. Nothing matters except that little heartbeat in your hands.”

“Even the third time, it doesn’t feel routine. It feels sacred. You look at them and think, ‘I am a father.’ And it hits you just as powerfully as the first time.”

The couple selected the name Zara for its shared cultural significance.

“We wanted something that resonated with both our identities,” Mr Khan said.

“Zara means princess, radiance, and blooming flower. It has really cool meanings in both English and Muslim backgrounds”.

Ms Sayer’s professional drive has been evident throughout her career. Entering real estate at just 16 years old, she worked throughout her pregnancy, including helping organise the company’s flagship The One conference, which attracted more than 1000 of Australia’s leading real estate performers while she was nine months pregnant.

“January was actually the easiest month,” she said.

“I knew I was on the home stretch.”

Valentine’s Day celebrations this year, however, will take on a more intimate tone.

“We’ll probably be changing nappies, eating in, and watching a cool movie together,” Mr Khan said.

With strong family support, a high-performing team and now baby Zara completing their household, Mr Khan believes balancing professional ambition with family life is both achievable and deeply rewarding.

“There’s no manual for any of this,” he said.

“But with good family, good support, and a good team around us, we’ll figure it out.”

Seclusion and sophistication without leaving the city

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Powerhouse real estate couple Avi Khan and Kaylea Sayer welcome their daughter while balancing record-breaking careers, proving success and family can grow side by side.