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Luxury Apartment Overlooking City and Darling Harbour
Feel the excitement of being only an elevator ride away from harbour-side activities. Admire walls filled with edgy and captivating art, and unwind on a comfy leather couch. Have nightcaps on the balcony and sleep in bedrooms with city skyline and Harbour views. We know you will feel at home with super comfortable modern light and cozy bedrooms, with built-in wardrobes and TVs. Google Chrome is also available on the Main TV in the lounge room. I'm sure you'll love coming back and unwinding after a day or night of enjoying everything Sydney offers. You'll not want to leave!

Apartment directly on beach with stunning views
This studio flat is located directly overlooking Gordon's bay. There are no cars or streets, just the coastal walking path. The coastal path, Gordon's bay and Clovelly are a mere handful of steps away. The studio is located on the bottom floor of an apartment block. It has its own separate private entrance. The flat is located to receive afternoon sun, and the sunsets are stunning. The waves are audible at night. The coastal path it overlooks is peacefully quiet at night - no traffic noise!

Harbour Hideaway
Beach front Luxury escape for 2 only. No parties allowed, it is on the lower level of our house, which overlooks Sydney Harbour, It has its own private entrance and is totally separate, it has direct access to the beach in Clontarf, there are 62 steps up to the apartment. We are on the Spit bridge to Manly walk which is stunning. Seaforth Village and Manly are close. Sandy bar cafe at the Marina and Bosk in Park, also a wide variety of first-class dining and shopping options are close by

Waterfront 1-bedroom home with stunning views
This spacious 58-square-metre apartment offers breathtaking views over glistening Rushcutters Bay, the park, and the marina - perfect for relaxing on your private balcony while watching the boats go by. Surrounded by beautiful parks, vibrant cafés, bars, and restaurants, the apartment is ideally located. You’re within walking distance of Sydney’s most iconic attractions, including the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Opera House, and the Art Gallery of NSW. Street parking permit avail on request.

The Salty Dog
As seen on Ch7 Morning Sunrise, House&Garden, Inside Out, Homes to Love Au, My Favourite Stays Au & NZ, Stayawhile magazines and Sommerhusmagasinet (Europe) The smell of salt air, the sound of water lapping, the sun glinting off ripples that surround you...a feeling of peace and the world left behind. The Salty Dog is a space that is both cosy and open to the water, a wooden boathouse for two that invites you to relax and just 'be', to go off grid and reconnect with mother nature at her best.

Smack Bang on Coogee Beach 1 bedroom Apartment
Experience the luxury of beachfront living in the heart of Coogee. Wake up to breathtaking sunrises and the soothing sound of waves in this beautifully renovated, designer appointed 1-bedroom apartment—perfect for up to 4 guests and pet-friendly. Situated smack bang on the Beach, this retreat offers effortless access to the sand, vibrant cafes, pubs, restaurants, and shopping. With city buses just steps away, it’s the ideal getaway for overseas and interstate travelers. Includes parking.

the attic • luxury harbourside suite
Enjoy this top floor attic which has been fully renovated througout. Enjoying separate entry, spectacular water views and north facing aspect. All with the comfort of reverse cycle ducted air conditioning. The building is located directly by Sydney harbour. Kurraba Reserve is footsteps away. Ferry access for services to Circular Quay is 3mins walk. Bus stop 5mins walk. You are within easy reach of Sydney's main attractions and transportation hubs while enjoying a prime peaceful location.

Spectacular Suite, Bridge & Water views, The Rocks
Welcome to The Rocks. Explore this Premium Resort-Style-Living one-bedroom apartment featuring Iconic Harbour Bridge & Water views. Our building is one of the most iconic and premium buildings in the Rocks area. Bridge, Harbour, Barangaro & NYE- Fireworks can be viewed from your living room. Full Harbour & Opera House views from Observation Deck, where the swimming pool is. Fully updated (April 2024) with fresh paint, new carpet, artwork & furniture.

Absolute Tamarama Beachfront on Bondi Coastal Walk
LOCATION LOCATION! No better LOCATION! Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Tamarama Beach, Sydney's exclusive coastal gem. Our Absolute Tamarama Beachfront provides direct access to the mesmerising ocean waves, just steps away. Relax on the full-sized balcony and enjoy uninterrupted views from the Bondi Coast Walk to Tamarama, Bronte, Clovelly, and Coogee. Experience Sydney's iconic eastern surfing coastline from our captivating holiday home.

Breathtaking Sydney Harbour View! @StaySydney
Welcome to our stunning waterfront apartment with breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour! This magnificent space offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and unparalleled vistas, providing an unforgettable experience for your stay in the heart of Sydney. Open plan living with a seamless fusion of style and functionality. The expansive windows showcase uninterrupted panoramas of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and the world-renowned Opera House.

Sunny and best view of the Opera
Enjoy the feel of this peaceful and sunny accommodation. This studio offers a private balcony with outdoor seating to enjoy one of the best views of the Opera House and Harbor Bridge. Bright and peaceful, our studio is close to cafes, restaurants, galleries, heritage houses and beautiful walks with views of the bridge. Steps from Luna Park 5 minutes from the train station. Enjoy it!!! Sun, stars and Opera from our Balcony.

Beachfront Gem with Stunning Ocean Views
This one bedroom beachfront apartment captures spectacular unobstructed views over Bondi Beach creating an exceptional opportunity to check on the surf from the comfort of your home and enjoy barefoot beachside living directly across the road to Bondi Beach. Positioned just around the corner from Hall Street Village and a short stroll to Bondi Icebergs and Bondi Coastal Walk.
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Your Luxe Darling Harbour Escape

Waterfront Wonder! Opera house!
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Entire 2 bed & 2 bath apartment in Darling Harbour

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Hazel U 1, Beach Front with Balcony, 2 Bedrooms
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Exclusive living in a Historic Home

The View - Uninterrupted Sydney Harbour Bridge

Cliff house & Grand harbour view

MANLY BEACH HOUSE - 8 min walk to Manly Beach!

Pagoda Point

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Fire @ Ethel & Ode's

Bundeena Beachside Oasis
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Ocean Vista apartment with direct beach access; 11

Unique apartment and location

Darling Harbour Luxe Residence

Beach & Ocean Views, Tamarama - Bondi

Stylish 1BR suite with City-view & Balcony

Bridge Views + Waterfront Luxury Sub Penthouse

Modern apt in Central Sydney: Harbour Views & Pool

Waterfront Apartment on a quiet cul-de-sac
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