{"id":42240,"date":"2023-02-12T07:55:26","date_gmt":"2023-02-11T18:55:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/propertynoise.co.nz\/au\/?p=42240"},"modified":"2023-02-12T07:55:26","modified_gmt":"2023-02-11T18:55:26","slug":"ultimate-custom-built-homes-for-sports-lovers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/propertynoise.co.nz\/au\/ultimate-custom-built-homes-for-sports-lovers\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate custom built homes for sports lovers"},"content":{"rendered":"

PHOTO: This indoor soccer pitch was put to good use during Covid. Picture: Sam Ruttyn<\/strong><\/p>\n

Aussies are transforming their properties into custom built sporting facilities as we way rethink exercise and the home, and if you like what you see it could be yours.<\/p>\n

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The summer of sport, and winter too, can be played at home with these unique properties.<\/p>\n

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While swimming pools were once seen as a luxe inclusion, properties with custom built sporting facilities, such as putting greens, in-ground trampolines and bowling alleys, are being sold across the state as buyers upsize their sporting needs.<\/p>\n

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27 Coronation Rd, Wentworth Falls has a putting green.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

Taylor Snell from Sydney Country Living Terrey Hills said more buyers had become interested in having sports equipment as part of their lifestyle properties since the start of the pandemic.<\/p>\n

He had also noticed an increase in city buyers looking for fully fitted acreage retreats as a second home.<\/p>\n

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\"Resort<\/div>\n

Resort style living was appealing during Covid.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

\u201cThey really want a little resort where they can spend their weekend and be entertained,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

More modest homes have also been coming to market with bespoke sporting features, including apartments with communal putting greens.<\/p>\n

We compiled a list of some of the best homes with sporting facilities recently offered for sale.<\/p>\n

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From country hideaways to everyday city pads, these homes are perfect for those who like to kick, putt, swing and slam dunk \u2013 without the crowd.<\/p>\n

59 Bakker Drive, Bonville<\/b><\/p>\n

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59 Bakker Drive, Bonville.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

Those looking for the\u00a0ultimate treechange retreat\u00a0should look no further than this sporting haven just 20 minutes south west of Coffs Harbour.<\/p>\n

The acreage features a sizeable swimming pool and spa as well as a one bedroom studio in addition to the four bedroom house with parent\u2019s retreat.<\/p>\n

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\"Anyone<\/div>\n

Anyone for golf, tennis or basketball?<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

But it also has a full-size tennis court with competition-grade lighting that doubles as a basketball court, as well as an in-ground trampoline.<\/p>\n

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\"Make<\/div>\n

Make a day of it at home.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

And what sports home would be complete without a putting green and a practice net?<\/p>\n

It is listed for sale through Nolan Partners Coffs Harbour.<\/p>\n

Wirreanda Lodge, Ingleside<\/b><\/p>\n

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\"This<\/div>\n

This Ingleside acreage has rugby and cricket equipment.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

This\u00a0Ingleside acreage\u00a0was the training ground for a first grade cricketer and a professional Rugby player.<\/p>\n

Selling agent Taylor Snell from Sydney Country Living Terrey Hills said the owners converted the existing two bedroom house into a five bedroom sports retreat for their sporting sons, one of whom went on to play NSW Second XI in the UK and another who played professional Rugby before becoming head coach of the Toronto Arrows.<\/p>\n

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\"Plenty<\/div>\n

Plenty of room to kick and bat.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

The 2.23ha parcel includes a putting green, a cricket pitch with batting nets, Rugby goalposts and a 10m in-ground pool.<\/p>\n

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\"Who<\/div>\n

Who would have thought this bushland retreat was in Sydney?<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

It also has a creek-fed waterfall and billabong as well as a fully fenced dog park.<\/p>\n

Inside, there are loads of creature comforts like spa tubs, heated flooring and ducted split system climate control.<\/p>\n

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\"The<\/div>\n

The house has plenty of character.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

It is listed with a price guide of $9m.<\/p>\n

60 Grandview Street, Shelly Beach<\/b><\/p>\n

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\"Golf-front<\/div>\n

Golf-front living at its finest.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

For those who love golf but not lawn maintenance, this house has direct access to the putting green of an 18 hole golf course \u2013 through its\u00a0own golf buggy garage.<\/p>\n

Agent Chris Lamont from Brand Real Estate \u2013 The Entrance said this inclusion was deemed a must have when the house was built.<\/p>\n

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The house has a golf buggy garage that opens onto Shelly Beach Golf Course.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

\u201cYou can drive off the course straight into the storage facility,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

After a round, the owners can enjoy a drink or two from their private, resort style entertainment area while watching the other golfers play.<\/p>\n

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\"Watch<\/div>\n

Watch the action from your balcony.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

The house also has a plunge pool and DA approval for a designer rooftop bar as well as a parent\u2019s retreat with a private terrace and spa.<\/p>\n

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\"Entertain<\/div>\n

Entertain in style.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

It has a price guide of $4.5m.<\/p>\n

31 Clarke St, Earlwood<\/b><\/p>\n

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31 Clarke St, Earlwood.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

This\u00a0Earlwood mansion\u00a0caused quite a stir in the inner west when it was listed for sale in 2021.<\/p>\n

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\"The<\/div>\n

The indoor soccer pitch.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

Not only does it have several luxury features such as a glass walled swimming pool, a six car garage and a grand staircase inspired by a James Bond movie, it also has\u00a0an indoor soccer pitch.<\/p>\n

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\"Plenty<\/div>\n

Plenty of parking for the next match.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

The property sold for just over $4m at auction through Cobden and Hayson\u2019s Jim Nikolopoulos and Colliers\u2019 James Cowan after it was listed for sale under the instructions of a receiver.<\/p>\n

Nautilus, Burraneer<\/b><\/p>\n

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325 Woolooware Rd, Burraneer.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

Possibly\u00a0the country\u2019s most epic house, this six storey Burraneer mansion owned by entrepreneur Steve Shelley has seven bedrooms, six kitchens, 19 bathrooms, a theatre, a wine tasting room and a \u201cbat cave\u201d tunnel leading to a private beach.<\/p>\n

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The two lane bowling alley.<\/strong><\/em><\/div>\n

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