O'meara Property

116/5 Horizons, Salamander Bay, Nsw
Villa For Lease – Leased

Neat and tidy two bedroom villa located in Horizons Golf Resort. The property has air conditioning, views of the golf course, car space and use of the facilities.

62/2 Gowrie, Nelson Bay, Nsw
Unit For Lease

‘Bay Parklands’ has always been a favourite for holiday makers in Port Stephens. The reasons are simple.

The location of the complex an easy walk to both the family friendly Little Beach and pristine Shoal Bay Beach is the first reason.

The second reason is that the complex is set on 5 acres of bushland which provides plenty of room for the children to roam around and play.

The third reason is that the complex offers the use of a full sized tennis court with lights for night time play and a heated pool and spa.

Combine all that with the spacious living and balcony areas of this three bedroom apartment on the first floor and you are all set for your next family holiday!

Sleeps 6 – 1 Queen, 1 Double and 2 Singles

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19 Sandpiper, Salamander Bay, Nsw
House For Lease – Withdrawn

If you are looking for a spacious holiday home this Christmas Holidays but wanting to stay out of the hustle and bustle of town?

You and your family and friends will love staying at ‘Sandpiper’. The property is located in the gated ‘Horizons Estate’ and enjoys serene views over the award winning golf course.

The large master bedroom is located on the top level along with the ensuite and all the other bedrooms and living areas are downstairs.

You can relax inside on the comfortable furniture in air conditioned comfort or in the screened verandah overlooking the green.

Sleeps 8 – 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Double and 2 Singles

1/39 Wallawa, Nelson Bay, Nsw
Duplex / Semi Detached For Lease

If waterviews and serenity are what you are after than this duplex is just what you are looking for.

With room for the children to explore the back yard and great waterviews to enjoy from the baloncy and air conditioned living areas your family holiday will be perfect!

It is only a few minutes drive to Dutchies Beach, Nelson Bay Marina and town centre and also Salamander Shopping Centre.

Enjoy your next holiday in Wallawa Road, you won’t regret it!

Sleeps 7 – 1 Queen, 1 Double and 1 Trio

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16/5 Horizons, Salamander Bay, Nsw
Unit For Lease – Withdrawn

Fancy a resort holiday? Look no further as ‘Turnberry’ will be perfect for you.

This spacious apartment has been recently furnished so that it is ready for you to enjoy your next holiday!

Sit back on your spacious verandah enjoying scenic views over Horizons Golf Course or relax in air conditioned comfort of the modern living areas.

The resort features swimming pools, sauna, tennis court, volley ball courts and BBQ area.

Sleeps 4 – 2 Queens

This morning an article appeared in the ‘Sydney Morning Herald’ quoting general manager, Daniel O’Meara and prompting many calls and emails to our office.

The article can be viewed here

Properties that sold for up to $950,000 and now sit on the market around $350,000 centre on the Pacific Blue Resort at Salamander Bay. We are not currently handling the sale of any apartments in that complex but any potential buyer could find many by searching on www.realestate.com.au. The fact that some of these apartments sold within the $650,000 to $950,000 range should not be taken in any way to mean that we believe they are, ever were and ever will (in the short term) hold those sort of values.

Pacific Blue is one of a number of complexes throughout the area that have a very high rate of ‘mortgagee in possession’ properties. Whilst many or perhaps most properties that end up in the hands of a mortgagee are investment properties it is certainly not always the case and we should all spare a thought leading up to Christmas for those that have been forced out of their ‘home’ whether they be a tenant or owner occupier.

27 Moorooba, Nelson Bay, Nsw
House For Lease – Withdrawn

Three bedroom upstairs section of house located a short walk to town. The house has a separate dining room, large laundry and has a single carport and a balcony. The rent includes water usage however the tenant is responsible for maintaining the lawns and gardens.

*Archicentre’s recent online poll revealed that rainwater tanks are now a sought after housing feature. When asked the question: When purchasing a home, which one would you favour if all other things were equal? Water tank for garden watering, spa in the ensuite, or a large plasma screen, what do you think house buyers voted for?

A survey conducted by allrealestate.co.nz suggests that one in 10 people are prepared to pay up to 25 percent more for a sustainable home.

Australians’ attitudes to the houses they are living in are undergoing change. In fact, only 6.4% voted for a large plasma screen, 14.3% for a home with a spa in the ensuite and a huge majority – 79.3% of the 1006 participants – voted for a house with a water tank for garden watering.

Climate change awareness, with a lack of water and the potential steep rises in energy and water costs, is increasing the focus of home owners on the environmental performance of their homes as well as structural integrity and appearance.

Archicentre’s Mr Hallett reported that questions are increasingly being asked as part of the Archicentre Design Concept service by home owners wanting to save money on energy and water, but also wanting to create a ‘green friendly environment’ utilising natural resources and to design a home or renovation which in the future can be marketed as eco-friendly. Changing weather patterns, which forecast less rain but in heavier less frequent falls, means that roof design and the ability to harvest rainwater have also become an important consideration for home buyers seeking rainwater tanks in properties for sale.

Pre-purchase inspections are being used to provide home buyers with a negotiating tool where houses, especially older homes or poorly designed apartments, are energy inefficient or do not have any insulation.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics says that the proportion of homes in Australia with air-conditioners rose from 33 per cent in 1994 to 60 per cent in 2005, yet 40% of homes are uninsulated.

Insulating Australia’s 2.7 million uninsulated homes would cut greenhouse gas emissions by about 90 million tonnes by 2050, according to the Insulation Council of Australia and New Zealand.

It’s not hard to work out that, as more homes become environmentally friendly, and buyers have more choice, 90 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions could result in home owners missing out on a few sales dollars when they eventually sell.

After all, as energy costs rise and the negative social impact of energy inefficiency becomes more and more unpopular, the environmental performance of a home will be reflected increasingly in the sale price.

*Archicentre is The Australian Institute of Architect’s Building Advisory Bureau.

2/5 Endeavour, Salamander Bay, Nsw
Duplex / Semi Detached For Lease – Leased

Two bedroom duplex in a quiet area located a short walk to the shops and school. Both bedrooms have built-ins, there is an open plan living area, single garage, entertaining area and small backyard with garden shed.

29/1 Trafalgar, Nelson Bay, Nsw
Unit For Sale – $230,000

New to the market in the popular Bay Breeze Resort Nelson Bay. This loft style apartment would make the perfect investment that you can also enjoy. The light filled kitchen and living area is air-conditioned for comfort after a day at the beach. There is also a powder room on this level. Upstairs consists of two large bedrooms both with ceiling fans and the main bathroom has a corner spa. Laze around the lagoon style pool or dine at the resort restaurant. With approximately 100 mtr to the beach a short walk to town and showing a strong return, what more could you want.

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