THE SEASIDE APARTMENT THAT THINKS IT'S A HOUSE

For Sydneysiders attracted to the dual amenities of a beach location and city services, it is hard to imagine a better address than this apartment at Grande Esplanade, Manly.

Positioned across the road from the harbourside beach and Manly Wharf, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom property enjoys the ideal mix of privacy and accessibility to shops, restaurants and public transport, as well as being a stone’s throw from the water. Now on the market since the passing of the original owners, Ian and Dorothy Hales, who bought the apartment off the plan, it’s a rare opportunity for families, downsizers or professional couples with ‘work from home’ arrangements to achieve work/life balance in a covetable setting. The former owners found the property well suited to ageing in place, with indoor and outdoor living spaces to enjoy, as well as easy access.

With a generous 322sqm floorplan on title, the light-filled third floor apartment has direct access to shared gardens, which are maintained by building management, making the property feel more like a house. The former owners used the gardens to host family events, including a wedding during COVID, and it’s a great vantage point for watching the New Year’s Eve fireworks on the harbour.

With a $6 million price guide, it is sure to attract strong interest as a low maintenance, high amenity option.

Address: 303/54 West Esplanade, Manly

Auction: 10am February 25, 2023

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Agents: Jake Rowe 0414 612 546; Nathan Tse 0411 386 455 The Agency

Mirvac has topped out Trielle at Melbourne’s Yarra’s Edge, with more than 70 per cent of the riverfront development sold and approximately 80 per cent of purchasers intending to make their apartment a home.

The figures, released on September 22, point to an owner-occupier audience for one of the precinct’s final residential towers. Mirvac began developing Yarra’s Edge in 2003, and its latest addition occupies one of the remaining absolute riverfront sites.

Mirvac CEO of Development Stuart Penklis said existing residents were among those moving up within the neighbourhood.

“Many purchasers already have a connection to Yarra’s Edge,” Mr Penklis said, describing buyers whose changing needs were encouraging an upgrade within the precinct.

“As one of the final residential towers within Yarra’s Edge, Trielle represents the culmination of more than two decades of creating one of Melbourne’s most established and sought-after waterfront communities,” Penklis said.

“Positioned on the Collins Street axis with absolute river frontage, Trielle offers residents a rare opportunity to enjoy sweeping views across the Yarra River, Melbourne skyline and Port Phillip Bay, while remaining seamlessly connected to the CBD. With Trielle now more than 70 per cent sold, we’re continuing to see strong demand from buyers seeking quality homes in established locations.”

The developer also flagged a penthouse and sub-penthouse collection with larger layouts, premium finishes and broad outlooks. The planned wellness centrepiece, The Oasis, encompasses a 900-square-metre elevated urban rainforest.

Mirvac General Manager Residential Development Victoria Elysa Anderson said Trielle had resonated strongly with buyers seeking a rare lifestyle offering in Melbourne.

“Opportunities to secure a new luxury residence on a riverfront site of this calibre are incredibly rare, particularly within a community like Yarra’s Edge,” Anderson said.

“What makes Trielle unique is the combination of exceptional views, world-class residential facilities and the lifestyle that already exists around it. Residents are buying into a mature waterfront community with parks, promenades, dining, wellness and strong community connections already in place.”

The 45-level tower brings a substantial new presence to that waterfront. Its residential offering spans one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom apartments, with Signature, Prestige and Sub-Penthouse collections accommodating different household sizes. The north-facing position connects the apartments visually to the river and city beyond.

Seven storeys above the promenade, the planned Oasis combines planting and a running stream with a Scandinavian-inspired wellness club developed with spa specialist Naomi Gregory. Facilities include a 25-metre lap pool, hot magnesium pool, sauna, hydrotherapy, a gym, yoga and Pilates room, and treatment spaces.

The amenity extends beyond exercise. Residents will have access to The Biblioteca library and workspaces, ground-floor work pods, and The Salone piano lounge. A private Chef’s Table dining room offers a setting for larger gatherings, while a cinema, games room and sports lounge broaden the entertaining options. Concierge services and a dog-wash area support everyday routines.

Trielle comprises a collection of one, two, three and four-bedroom residences. Reflecting strong demand from owner occupiers, approximately 80 per cent of purchasers to date intend to live in their homes, highlighting the project’s appeal to those seeking a long-term waterfront lifestyle.

Mirvac has recently delivered The Albertine, a premium apartment development on the edge of Melbourne’s CBD, and is nearing completion of Prince & Parade in Brunswick, further strengthening its portfolio of thoughtfully designed apartment communities in some of Melbourne’s most sought-after urban locations.

THE SEASIDE APARTMENT THAT THINKS IT’S A HOUSE

This property delivers on all the best bits of living in Sydney without the high maintenance

Mirvac’s 45-level Trielle has topped out at Yarra’s Edge, pairing riverfront apartments with wellness facilities, private dining and resident services.