Family moved here so they could enjoy a rural lifestyle that allowed more time for riding.

A perfect perch means this home on the clifftop is all about the view.

Century-plus old villa is much bigger than its street-front appearance indicates.

If you're buying or selling property the word "tender" will pop up sooner or later.

Dark clouds are slowly moving in on property investors.

Properties may not even sell for the CV value in these changing times.

Not only is this home's design appealing, it's also functional and easy to look after.

Cul de sac lifestyle has big enough appeal to tempt couple to return from London.

"Ridiculous amount of sun" pours across the massive rear deck into the beautiful bedroom.

Four floors up, it's the only apartment in the building, says Donna McIntyre.

The view has changed but the plans remain, writes Robyn Welsh.

Longtime love affair with the sea leads to house with expansive views of the coast.

Zoning ensures the private estate's privacy, writes Donna McIntyre.

A topsy-turvy arrangement of rooms has been transformed into a practical layout.

The drop in activity is obvious across many different measures.

First-time home-buyers are holding out for a new home rather than buying an existing one.

Once, it had a 'funny' bathroom, but a couple saw the property's potential.

Buying a house? Make sure you check that water goes where it's supposed to go.

Good schools and the central city are easily reached from this handy spot.

Trademark touch to 1890s villa is a mix of classic and modern, colour and warmth.

There is much more to this property than its glorious views.

Separate one-bedroom apartments are side by side and share the one title.

Harbourside lodge becomes sanctuary for couple, kids, birds and bees.

Couple knew from day one how they wanted to transform modest bungalow.

To test or not to test. That is the question for home buyers.

Sales of lifestyle properties are on the up, according to the Real Estate Institute.

Parnell gem from the 1900s shows off all of its period details — and then some.

Buyers may see your home in a better layout.

An elegant villa was the icing on the cake for a couple seeking a rural haven.

This little schoolhouse is as colourful as the character who first owned it.