Cherished memories fill this grand, gracious and historic mansion. It casts its magic spell over Joanna Smith.

This weatherboard home boasts its own bay, writes Sandra Goodwin.

The architect owner has lavished this property with inviting, extroverted features, writes Robyn Welsh.

This character apartment needs its beauty appreciated.

This home is the gift that keeps on giving, finds Graham Hepburn.

Wide decks and gardens make this an ideal family home. By Sandra Goodwin

This character apartment needs its beauty appreciated. By Donna McIntyre

Sir Fred Allen's bach was the late rugby legend's 'spiritual home', discovers Graham Hepburn.

The extensive kitchen is the heart and soul of this century-old villa, says Robyn Welsh.

Bush, beach and comfort meet in this classic bach.

Inspired by Craftsman architects, this modern design reflects its wooded surroundings.

Here, solid masonry lines enhance light, breezy spaces, says Robyn Welsh.

Here, solid masonry lines enhance light, breezy spaces.

The Lippincott-designed Pollock home is a prime spot on a famous street.

Affordable and solid - these soon-to-be built apartments.

Affordable and solid - these soon-to-be built apartments impress Donna McIntyre.

The design of this home references the abundant birdlife around it, discovers Sandra Goodwin.

Inspired by Craftsman architects, this modern design reflects its wooded surroundings, writes Joanna Smith.

The Lippincott-designed Pollock home is a prime spot on a famous street, writes Penny Lewis.

With its 360-degree views, this holiday pad harbours fond memories. By Donna McIntyre.

Decades of care by the Ellison family give this landmark heritage property a rich legacy.

Several charities will benefit when 35ha of farm property are sold.

This perfectly located two-storey villa is part of a cheer-filled neighbourhood, writes Sandra Goodwin.

With its 360-degree views, this holiday pad harbours fond memories.

An interior designer's apartment radiates colour and energy, writes Donna McIntyre.

An interior designer's apartment radiates colour and energy.

Decades of care by the Ellison family give this landmark heritage property a rich legacy. By Penny Lewis.

Barrow house in all its leafy splendour will captivate you, says Jane Loudon.

Several charities will benefit when 35ha of farm property are sold, notes Penny Lewis.

This perfectly located two-storey villa is part of a cheer-filled neighbourhood.