Our celebrities may be known for being down-to-earth compared to their Hollywood counterparts.
But there’s nothing modest about the homes of Australia’s richest stars.
From Jennifer Hawkins’ recently-sold $20million lakeside mansion to James Packer’s $70million Sydney monolith, take a look inside the most expensive A-list properties.
Through the keyhole: Take a look inside Australia’s most expensive celebrity homes – from Jen Hawkins’ $20million lakeside mansion to James Packer’s record-breaking Sydney monolith
James Packer’s Sydney monolith: $70million
Billionaire businessman James Packer, 52, broke the record for Australia’s most expensive property sale in 2015, when he offloaded his Sydney estate for $70million.
The sprawling compound, which features a huge swimming pool, manicured gardens and lavishly-designed interiors, was once actually three separate homes before James combined them into one monolithic structure.
Record breaking: James Packer broke the record for Australia’s most expensive property sale in 2015, after he offloaded his Sydney estate for $70million
In 2009, James paid $18million for the main house, which was designed and lived in by renowned architect Guilford Bell, and then went on to purchase two houses behind the property the following year.
Those subsequent purchases cost him $5.5million and $6.5million.
James had bought the estate with a view to making it a family home for his then-wife, Erica, and their children Indigo, 11, Jackson, ten, and Emmanuelle, seven.
Trophy home: The sprawling compound, which features a huge swimming pool, manicured gardens and lavishly-designed interiors, was once actually three separate homes before James combined them into one monolithic structure
Pure opulence: The $70million price tag is said to have barely covered the costs of James’ lavish three-year renovation of the compound
But the couple separated in 2013 and left the house empty for two years before offloading it in 2015.
The $70million price tag is said to have barely covered the costs of James’ lavish three-year renovation of the compound.
Nicole Kidman’s Southern Highlands farmhouse: $6.5 million
Actress Nicole Kidman and her rock star husband, Keith Urban, own a Georgian-style mansion worth $6.5million in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales.
The couple purchased the the farmhouse, called Bunya Hill, in 2009.
Country escape: Actress Nicole Kidman and her rock star husband, Keith Urban, own a Georgian-style mansion worth $6.5million in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales
Lush: Set on a sprawling 45 hectares, the six-bedroom country retreat features herds of cattle and alpaca, a full-sized tennis court and an 18m swimming pool
Set on a sprawling 45 hectares, the six-bedroom country retreat features herds of cattle and alpaca, a full-sized tennis court and an 18m swimming pool.
Nicole gave fans a glimpse inside the vast homestead in 2015 when she appeared in a video interview for Vogue Australia.
During the tour, the Moulin Rouge! star showed off her sweeping Georgian verandah, lavish dining room, billiard room and floor-to-ceiling bookshelves.
Nicole and Keith share two daughters, Sunday Rose, 11, and Faith Margaret, nine.
Charming estate: The couple purchased the the farmhouse, called Bunya Hill, in 2009
Bec and Lleyton Hewitt’s stylish Toorak property: $12.7million
Tennis player Lleyton Hewitt and his actress wife, Bec, reportedly spent $12.7million on a Georgian-style Melbourne mansion in 2017.
Located on one of the most exclusive streets in Toorak, the family home boasts five bedrooms and seven bathrooms, and spans almost 700 square metres.
Property grand slam! Tennis player Lleyton Hewitt and his actress wife, Bec, reportedly spent $12.7million on a Georgian-style Melbourne mansion in 2017
Extravagant: Designed by renowned architect Christopher Doyle, the home has high ceilings, walls of glass, a gourmet kitchen, parquetry floors and a secure six-car basement garage
Designed by renowned architect Christopher Doyle, the home has high ceilings, walls of glass, a gourmet kitchen, parquetry floors and a secure six-car basement garage with internal lift access.
Lleyton and Bec, who share children Mia, 14, Cruz, 11, and Ava, nine, also have access to a home theatre, gym and resort-style swimming pool.
Interestingly, Grand Slam titleholder Lleyton’s property does not have a tennis court.
Glamorous: Lleyton and Bec, who share children Mia, 14, Cruz, 11, and Ava, nine, also have access to a home theatre, gym and resort-style swimming pool
Hmm! Interestingly, Grand Slam titleholder Lleyton’s property does not have a tennis court
Jennifer Hawkins’ waterfront Newport pad: $20million
Model Jennifer Hawkins and her property developer husband, Jake Wall, sold their stunning mansion in Newport, Sydney, earlier this month.
Having listing the property for sale six months earlier, the high-profile couple were no doubt relieved to finally find a buyer willing to meet their $20million asking price.
Model-approved mansion: Jennifer Hawkins and her property developer husband, Jake Wall, sold their stunning mansion in Newport, Sydney, earlier this month
Designed by renowned architect Koichi Takada, the waterfront pad boasts four storeys, five spacious bedrooms, six bathrooms and an outdoor pool.
The kitchen is fitted with high-end appliances, a sleek marble island that doubles as a breakfast counter, and a reflective splashback.
Outside, there is an al fresco dining area, bar, pizza oven, barbecue, sunken lounge, boat shed, jetty and L-shaped infinity pool.
Gorgeous: Designed by renowned architect Koichi Takada, the waterfront pad boasts four storeys, five spacious bedrooms, six bathrooms and an outdoor pool
Cha-ching! Having listing the property for sale six months earlier, the high-profile couple were no doubt relieved to finally find a buyer willing to meet their $20million asking price
Living the high life! Outside, there is an al fresco dining area, bar, pizza oven, barbecue, sunken lounge, boat shed, jetty and L-shaped infinity pool
The former Miss Universe had hoped to move closer to her family in the country, but her plans were put on hold after she and Jake struggled to find a buyer.
Jennifer, who welcomed a daughter named Frankie Violet in November last year, now hopes to move closer to her family in northern NSW.
Madeleine West’s Toorak mega-mansion: $16million
Neighbours star Madeleine West and her ex-partner Shannon Bennett previously lived in a $16million mansion in Melbourne’s affluent suburb of Toorak.
The couple purchased the mansion in 2017, but moved out a year later after their separation.
A palace to call home! Neighbours star Madeleine West and her ex-partner Shannon Bennett previously lived in a $16million mansion in Melbourne’s affluent suburb of Toorak
Towering: Featuring five bedrooms and five bathrooms, the property provided plenty of room for Shannon, Madeleine and their six children
Exquisite: There are four levels within the limestone mansion, each connected by an elevator
Featuring five bedrooms and five bathrooms, the property provided plenty of room for Shannon, Madeleine and their six children, Phoenix, 14, Hendrix, 12, Xascha, ten, Xanthe, eight, and twins Xalia and Margaux, six.
There are four levels within the limestone mansion, each connected by an elevator.
It contains several living areas as well as a large kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances and a butler’s pantry.
Everything you could ever need! There is also ample space to relax, as the mansion features a rooftop terrace with breathtaking city views, as well as a spa and swimming pool
There is also ample space to relax, as the mansion features a rooftop terrace with breathtaking city views, as well as a spa and swimming pool.
In addition to these recreational features is an underground home cinema.
Chris Hemsworth’s Byron Bay fortress: $20million
Thor star Chris Hemsworth and his actress wife, Elsa Pataky, live in a sprawling Byron Bay mega-mansion reportedly worth $20million.
The couple purchased the 4.2 hectare estate six years ago years ago, before undertaking large-scale renovation project and moving in late last year.
Spending big! Thor star Chris Hemsworth and his actress wife, Elsa Pataky, live in a sprawling Byron Bay mega-mansion reportedly worth $20million
Bigger is better! Boasting breathtaking views of the Broken Head Nature Reserve, the Hemsworth family home features five bedrooms, seven car spaces, a study, two bars and a 6.8m by 4m walk-in-wardrobe for Elsa
The palatial property offers plenty of room for Chris and Elsa’s children, daughter India Rose, seven, and twin sons Tristan and Sasha, five, as well as their large circle of celebrity friends.
Boasting breathtaking views of the Broken Head Nature Reserve, the Hemsworth family home features five bedrooms, seven car spaces, a study, two bars and a 6.8m by 4m walk-in-wardrobe for Elsa.
A steam room, sauna, massage room and personal gym are also available for the fitness-loving couple to enjoy.
Glimpse: Chris and Elsa recently gave fans a look inside their gorgeous living room
To infinity and beyond: The luxurious outdoor space includes a built-in fire pit, skateboard ramp, spacious lawns and a huge rooftop infinity pool (pictured)
Guy Sebastian’s ultra-modern Maroubra home: $3.1million
Pop star Guy Sebastian and his stylist wife, Jules, live in an ultra-modern mansion in the Sydney suburb of Maroubra.
They purchased the property for $3.1million in 2013, and then spent the next two-and-a-half years renovating the structure.
Bunkering in luxury: Pop star Guy Sebastian and his stylist wife, Jules, live in an ultra-modern mansion in the Sydney suburb of Maroubra
Extensive renovations: They purchased the property for $3.1million in 2013, and then spent the next two-and-a-half years renovating the structure
Neighbours had long complained about the development, with many describing it as a ‘fortress’ because of its monolithic facade. Some even threatened to move away from the area.
In December 2019, Guy defended the renovation, saying: ‘It’s a long build, but it’s a pretty special house. It’s not normal. It’s not a cookie-cutter house. It’s cool.’
The home boasts a spiral staircase made of steel and encased in white render, a concrete kitchen, an expansive dining area and a study.
It also has a tennis court and luxury outdoor lounge area.
Unusual: The home boasts a spiral staircase made of steel and encased in white render
Sleek: It has a concrete kitchen, expansive dining area and a study
Special: In December 2019, Guy defended the renovation, saying: ‘It’s a long build, but it’s a pretty special house. It’s not normal. It’s not a cookie-cutter house. It’s cool’
Cate Blanchett’s Hunters Hill palace: $20million
In 2017, actress Cate Blanchett and her playwright husband, Andrew Upton, sold their home in Hunters Hill, Sydney, for a reported $20million.
The couple made a profit of $9.8million from the sale after purchasing the property for $10.2million in 2005.
The Gothic-style mansion, named Bulwarra, features luxury interiors and open plan living, with a focus on bringing the outdoors indoors.
Hollywood royalty: In 2017, actress Cate Blanchett and her playwright husband, Andrew Upton, sold their home in Hunters Hill, Sydney, for a reported $20million
Chic: The Gothic-style mansion, named Bulwarra, features luxurious interiors and open plan living, with a focus on bringing the outdoors indoors
The creative couple had kept their house on the market for a year-and-a-half after a previous attempt at a sale fell through.
The property had undergone a three-year renovation before changing hands, including the installation of a rooftop pool.
The home also boasts a self-contained apartment under the pool, a riverfront tennis court and a Will Dangar-designed garden.
New additions: The property had undergone a three-year renovation before changing hands, including the installation of a rooftop pool
Stylish: The home also includes a self-contained apartment under the pool, a riverfront tennis court and a Will Dangar-designed garden