A small community adds charm and security to this seaside haven, finds Bronwyn Sell.

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

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

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

This character apartment needs its beauty appreciated.

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.

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 design of this home references the abundant birdlife around it.

Bush, beach and comfort meet in this classic bach, finds Graham Hepburn.

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

Here, solid masonry lines enhance light, breezy spaces.

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

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

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

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.

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.

Barrow house in all its leafy splendour will captivate you.

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