The garage at 190 Barrenjoey Rd, Newport. Picture: Supplied
With property prices skyrocketing across Australia there is no shortage of prestige homes boasting luxury living areas, resort-style pools and lavish ensuites.
But harder come by are high-end garages to show off – and secure – a prized car collection.
Place Kangaroo Point director, Michael Bacon said while luxury garages were somewhat rare, they were in demand.
“It’s a showcase,” he said.
“If you have expensive cars in a nice garage, it’s like showing off art in a gallery.
“You want the correct light, the correct flooring.
“Privacy and security is very important as well, not to mention insulation, climate control and charging facilities.”
Place Kangaroo Point director, Michael Bacon. Photo: Supplied.
Mr Bacon said while the shrinking size of house blocks coupled with the rising cost of construction did make it harder for homeowners to budget for a sizeable garage, there were definite upsides to having a luxury garage space.
“If people are spending a lot of money on a substantial home, they expect a minimum of four to five car parks with enough height for larger cars,” he said.
“And storing cars off site can be an annoyance – you don’t want to have to travel to pick up a car for the weekend.
“We’re also seeing people integrate gyms and wellness centres into these spaces – like the property at 55 Stella Place, Bonogin – to create high end man caves.”
Here is a look at some of the best garages to hit the Aussie property market this year.
The garage at 160 Tallai Rd, Tallai. Picture: Supplied
160 Tallai Rd, Tallai, QLD
It is no surprise this ridiculously grand Gold Coast home went viral online as it boasts a go-kart track, putting green basketball court and a Dragon Tree sculpture surrounded by fire and water.
In addition to the 10-bedroom, 11-bathroom home with 2240 sqm across three levels, a master bedroom with retractable ceiling, and a whiskey bar, there is a nine-car 230 sqm garage.
This glass-fronted space has 52 specialty spotlights, LED logo screens, epoxy flooring, integrated climate control and a dedicated race simulator room.
The garage at 190 Barrenjoey Rd, Newport. Picture: realestate.com.au
190 Barrenjoey Rd, Newport, NSW
This luxurious beach abode was listed for sale this year for $12m – $13m – before disappearing back off the market – with three levels of luxury living, pool, gym, bar and sauna.
It also has a showroom quality garage built to house the owner’s Lamborghini collection.
The incredible space has a car lift from street level, a glass ceiling with pond above, feature lighting and a bold black colour scheme.
The garage at 36 River Cove Place, Helensvale. Picture: realestate.com.au
36 River Cove Place, Helensvale, QLD
Once known as the Candy Shop Mansion, this property is all about flaunting what you’ve got – including your transportation.
One the market for an undisclosed price, the home has 14 bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, a 27-tonne King Neptune statue and an infinity-edge pool with gold and platinum mosaic tiles, swim-up bar and secret grotto.
There is also a six-car showroom garage with tiled floors, picture windows and glass electronic doors.
The property also has a 10-car basement garage for the extra vehicles.
The sub-penthouse basement at 1187 High St, Armadale. Picture: realestate.com.au
1187 High St, Armadale, VIC
This sub-penthouse in the under-construction Heirloom Armadale, on the market for $15.25m, comes with a sky-high residence and a basement enclave.
The main home has four bedrooms, four bathrooms and luxury living spaces, all looking out across the Melbourne skyline.
Direct lift access connects the 596 sqm apartment with the 375 sqm basement garage where there is parking for five cars, private gym, sauna, wine cellar and entertainment area.
The garage at 55 Stella Place, Bonogin
55 Stella Place, Bonogin, QLD
Marketed at the pinnacle of luxury, ‘El Fin’ is spread across three levels and has a rooftop putting green, an infinity-edge pool encompassing a sunken fire pit lounge, a wine cellar and a cocktail bar.
The 8506 sqm property also has a nine-car basement garage with hexagon lighting, lobby, gym and wellness area with sauna and plunge pool.
A lift connects the garage to the two upper floors.
The warehouse garage at 116 Green St, Cremorne. Picture: Supplied
116 Green St, Cremorne, VIC
Forget the house, this secret Ferrari man cave sold in Melbourne earlier this year.
The 290 sqm warehouse was owned by the late David Jones – a former Melbourne Cricket Club president and Tattersall’s chairman.
The space was Mr Jones’ private man cave and houses a 1972 Ferrari Dino GT, a 1955 MG Roadster, an infamous 1913 ‘6666’ number plate, rare car parts, hand-picked memorabilia and photos from Formula 1 circuits.
The garage at 2124 Maleny-Stanley River Rd, Booroobin. Picture: Supplied
2124 Maleny-Stanley River Rd, Booroobin, QLD
On the market for offers over $11m, WildHaven is a 42ha property with main residence, three luxury cabins, cinema, gym, motocross track and a pavilion with spa and steam room.
The massive 12-bay garage has automated doors, a sleek flooring and built-in cabinetry for storing riding gear.
This space also includes a professional gym, a home cinema, bathrooms, a laundry and a commercial cool room.
The garage and in-house mooring at 465 Randell Rd, Hindmarsh Island
465 Randell Rd, Hindmarsh Island, SA
Sometimes you need a garage that is equally functional and beautiful.
And when you own a boat it makes sense to have a garage with in-house mooring.
The 8.9ha Willawong has a modern residence cantilevered over the water with a 7.3m x 13m garage space with bathroom, concrete boat ramp and bi-fold doors opening to the pool, deck and lawn.
Also on this level, the entry lobby has a wall of glazing, including a sliding door that opens to the under-house mooring.
The garage at 23 Henderson St, Bulimba. Picture: Supplied
23 Henderson St, Bulimba, QLD
‘Mosman’ is a modern build by Michael and Natalie Ajaje of FBI Interiors, with the help of architect Tim Stewart and McBryde Builders.
The stunning residence has a curved staircase, a luxury pool area and a huge master ensuite with circular tub.
In the basement there is an eight-car garage with Ferrari mural and statement lighting, along with a yoga studio and a games lounge with bar and professional roulette table
The garage at 116A Booralie Rd, Duffys Forest. Picture: realestate.com.au
116A Booralie Rd, Duffy Forest, QLD
This sprawling estate has a 163m frontage onto the prestigious Terrey Hills Golf and Country Club, horse paddocks, tennis courts, a modern mansion, a guesthouse and pool house.
For the car enthusiasts there is a 20-car gallery in the basement level with lift access, bathroom, gym and home theatre.
If choppers are more your thing, the property also has a rooftop helipad.
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