Developer-builder <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/developers/dasco-australia">DASCO</a> has pushed beyond the now-standard inclusions of rooftop pools and landscaped podiums at its recently launched new Epping project, Senso.

It has laid out over 4,000 sqm of resident-only amenity in a move designed to compete directly with low-density housing on livability, not just density. The result is a development that supports genuine daily use through purposeful spaces distributed across its five-building, 479-apartment precinct.

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Two rooftop pools form the anchor of Senso. One is a 27-metre lap pool adjoining a heated spa, designed for everyday fitness rather than just summer leisure. The second sits on a lower podium, allowing different buildings to share in vertical access and reducing crowding during peak times.

It is the secondary spaces that start to distinguish Senso from other large-scale suburban projects. A rooftop cinema is integrated into a landscaped terrace, offering open-air screenings with natural ventilation and passive cooling.&nbsp;

The inclusion of a “sensory walk”, an elevated boardwalk that threads through the site, suggests a rare investment in non-commercial, non-essential amenity: space for quiet movement that doesn’t double as access or traffic circulation.

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The gym and wellness centre, often relegated to a small ground-floor room in many builds, takes on more substance here. Residents have access to a fully equipped gym, as well as outdoor yoga areas and meditative zones that integrate greenery and natural light.&nbsp;

The Club Lounge is similarly designed to support multiple use cases, with a private dining terrace, kitchenette, workspace, and lockable wine storage. These aren’t superficial additions; their scale and spatial allocation indicate serious intent for frequent resident use.

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Importantly, Senso’s amenities are embedded within a site that spans more than 10,000 sqm, allowing for better separation between spaces and reduced noise spillover, a critical but often overlooked factor in high-density developments. This spatial generosity also enables multiple alfresco kitchens and communal terraces without compromising individual privacy or usable space.

While many developments make claims about lifestyle, few back it with this level of built infrastructure. Senso’s mix of dedicated fitness, wellness, social and passive green spaces suggests a conscious response to the post-pandemic shift in housing expectations, especially among owner-occupiers.&nbsp;

DASCO is one of several leading developers who have taken out Resilience Insurance's Latent Defects Insurance policy, providing buyers with a 10-year structural and waterproofing warranty, and giving them the ultimate peace of mind.

Senso is scheduled for completion in late 2028.

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The outdoor amenities elevating life at Senso, Epping

Following the proposal by the Minns Labor Government to rezone Parramatta Road to create up to 8,000 new homes, prominent developer Ceerose has gone to the NSW Gov to increase the density of its new mixed-use residential building in Leichhardt.

<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/builders/ceerose">Ceerose</a>, founded by Edward Doueihi nearly three decades ago, has filed plans for 154 apartments above ground-floor retail at 307-315 Parramatta Road, a key corner site near Norton Street, the main high street strip in Leichhardt.

It's an upsize from the previously approved scheme of 63 apartments across a seven-storey building.

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The project is being advanced through the State Significant Development (SSD) pathway, with concurrent rezoning sought to facilitate the proposal. The 10-storey development would rise over a four-level basement and deliver two retail tenancies, one a larger-format offering and the other a smaller “hole in the wall” space, addressing the Parramatta Road frontage. 21 of the apartments are dedicated as affordable housing.

According to the Urban Design Report by Architecture AND, the scheme includes a podium and tower configuration, with a fine-grain, two-storey parapet street wall that references the traditional shopfront rhythm along the corridor. “An elegant tower form is proposed, combined with a characterful two storey frontage... articulating it as two related buildings, providing consistency with the rhythm and grain of Parramatta Road,” the report notes.

The residential component is split across two slender towers set back from the street edge, a design move aimed at preserving solar access and reducing perceived bulk. This massing strategy also seeks to improve residential amenity by focusing scale toward the quieter northern interface, away from Parramatta Road’s noise and pollution.

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Architecture AND has worked with Ceerose on previous Inner West projects, and cites a deep familiarity with the local character. Their design draws heavily on context, heritage, and sunlight access considerations, and engages with the Inner West Council’s “Our Fairer Future” strategic planning framework.

The site spans 2,712 sqm and is located near key intersections with Catherine Street, Hay Street, and Redmond Street. It adjoins a public carpark to the north and is within walking distance of Stanmore and Petersham stations. It is also flagged in state and local planning strategies, including the Parramatta Road Corridor Urban Transformation Strategy, as a suitable candidate for increased density.

Ceerose recently completed The Alex Collective on McEvoy Street in Alexandria, Abbie's Lane in Annandale, and the award-winning Munro House in Elizabeth Bay.

The Parramatta Road corridor is coming to life with the proposed rezoning which is serviced by a significant number of bus, light rail and train routes.

Deicorp is progressing with its $1.8 billion <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/kings-bay-village-five-dock-53-75-queens-road-five-dock-nsw-2046">Kings Bay Village</a> precinct on Parramatta Road in Five Dock, as is <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/news/nsw/toga-to-push-on-with-five-dock-mixed-use-masterplan">TOGA further down the street</a>. Those two projects alone will bring nearly 2,000 new homes to Parramatta Road.

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First look: Ceerose plots mixed-use Leichhardt development on Parramatta Road

North Sydney's landmark 'SBS Building' on Alfred Street is set to be demolished to make way for a new mixed-use residential tower in the booming North Sydney.

Commercial property group FiveX is behind the plans for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/275-alfred-street-north-north-sydney-nsw-2060">39-storey tower</a>, the latest project to advance under the NSW Government’s Housing Delivery Authority pathway.

They are proposing 184 apartments above retail spaces, which will replace the existing 20-storey commercial building. FiveX was set up more than five decades ago by Joshua and Marko Berger. It is currently led by Joshua's son Lesli.&nbsp;

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According to the Architectural Design Report by <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/architects/fjc-studio">FJC Studio</a>, the slender tower form has been deliberately designed to respect the site's transitional setting at the southern gateway to the North Sydney CBD, where high-rise towers give way to lower-scale residential precincts.

"The slender tower form and articulated podium establish a respectful relationship with nearby heritage and low rise buildings, including the Whaling Road Heritage Conservation Area,” the architecture firm noted, adding that the tower “completes a missing link in the urban fabric” while enhancing the Alfred Street streetscape.

The proposed building will include a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, with 15 percent of the gross residential floor area allocated as affordable housing. There is an agreement already in place that those apartments will be managed by Evolve Housing.

The project aligns with broader state housing objectives, including the National Housing Accord target of delivering 1.2 million new homes by 2029. The Scoping Report filed with the State Significant Development Application (SSDA) suggests the site "presents no impediments to rapid delivery,” with construction able to commence within 12 months of receiving consent.

North Sydney has been one of the most popular suburbs in Sydney for new and off the plan apartment development, but hasn't had the supply to keep up with demand, until recently.

AURA by Aqualand was, for a long time, the only off the plan apartment building on the market. That completed last year, and has sold the majority of its 386 luxury apartments. Recently ALAND launched <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-walden-173-179-walker-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">The Walden</a> on the same street, selling over $100 million within just a few hours of its launch, while developer CASA also launched&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/the-mclaren-north-sydney-45-mclaren-street-north-sydney-nsw-2060">The McLaren</a>&nbsp;in the same precinct.

First look: Fivex plans 39-storey residential tower in booming North Sydney

Kokoda Property Group has announced the Sydney-based Versatile Construction as the builder for its landmark $1.5 billion <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a> precinct.

Construction of the 17,612 sqm site is scheduled to commence in December 2025 and is expected to be delivered in stages from 2028. Once complete, <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a> will comprise 212 residences across four architecturally distinct buildings, alongside Brisbane’s first Kimpton Hotel, extensive retail, hospitality, and wellness amenities.

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Kokoda Property Group Founder and Managing Director, Mark Stevens, said appointing Versatile Construction marks a significant milestone for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a>.

“Partnering with Versatile Construction gives us confidence in delivering a precinct that sets a new benchmark for luxury living, curated experiences and vibrant riverfront activation," Stevens said.

"Together, we will bring the vision for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a> to life, creating a destination that residents and visitors will enjoy for generations."

Throughout the construction phase, more than 2,000 jobs will be created, supporting hundreds of local contractors and suppliers.

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Marco Fahd, Chairman &amp; CEO at Versatile Group, said the company is looking forward to&nbsp;expanding their footprint in the state, taking on their inaugural project in Brisbane.

"We are proud of the unwavering commitment our team of experts have to quality and certainty in delivery and are excited to work with Kokoda to bring their vision for this unique project to life," Fahd says.

Sales reached $285 million on the launch of <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a>, with sales momentum continuing to "exceed all expectations."

Stevens says the overwhelming response from buyers validated the group’s vision for <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/teneriffe-banks-17-27-skyring-terrace-teneriffe-qld-4005">Teneriffe Banks</a>.

“The demand for a luxury product in this enclave has been extraordinary, we’ve never seen anything like it before. It reinforces everything we’re doing around quality, design, and creating genuine lifestyle precincts. Buyers are recognising the enduring value of Brisbane’s riverfront and are responding to the opportunity to live within a world-class destination that celebrates both place and lifestyle.”

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Kokoda appoints builder for $1.5 billion Teneriffe Banks waterfront precinct

Castle Hill’s booming development market is set for another boost, with builder-developer Buildex proposing a new mid-rise apartment building near Castle Towers.

Buildex has submitted plans to The Hills Shire Council for a <a href="https://www.apartments.com.au/new-apartments/197-old-northern-road-castle-hill-nsw-2154">nine-storey building comprising 57 apartments</a> on Old Northern Road. The company acquired two adjoining sites earlier this year, totalling more than 2,683 sqm.

Texco Design has prepared the scheme, which includes five one-bed plus study apartments, 37 two-bedrooms, and 15 three-bedrooms.

Castle Hill has become a hotspot for developers in recent years, undergoing significant transformation driven by the opening of the Hills Showground Precinct to development and the introduction of two metro stations servicing the suburb.

Developers including Deicorp and Kassis Homes have already completed projects, and are progressing future developments, while Meriton, Arada, and Ellipse are currently delivering new projects in the rapidly evolving area.

First look: Buildex plans 57 apartments near Castle Towers

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The whisper is that international model Miranda Kerr liked Loggerheads, the trophy Hunter Valley vineyard, so much she has now bought it for about $7.5 million.
The Pokolbin estate includes a 36-year-old vineyard, plus the Michael Suttor-refurbished home­stead amid Paul Bangay landscaping. There’s a summerhouse, pool, orchard, vegetable garden and shiraz and gamay vines.
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It had been sold mid-June by Alan Rydge’s QT Hotels, who paid $6 million in 2016 when it was bought from the late Macquarie Bank co-founder Robin Crawford and his wife Judy. Crawford had purchased it from Trish Evans, the widow of winemaker Len Evans, for $5.15 million in 2008. It was owned by Tyrrell’s Wines before that.
Kerr (inset), now married to the Malibu-based billionaire Snapchat founder Evan Spiegel, rented the estate at Christmas 2015 when she spent time with her Gunnedah-based family, including restaurateur brother Matty, who at the time was running Nanna Kerr’s Kitchen, just down the road, with his then-fiance James Wright.
Sunflower Fun Pty Ltd, an Arnold Bloch Leibler law firm nominee ­company, is its mystery buyer.
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Miranda Kerr linked with Hunter Valley vineyard purchase

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Racecourse Lane Vineyard, a boutique vineyard property set on 29 acres in Pokolbin of Hunter Valley, has hit the market with $1.75 million hopes. 
It has been listed by Cain Beckett and Alan Jurd of Jurd's Real Estate Cessnock. 
Surrounded by shade trees, the property at<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-viticulture-nsw-pokolbin-700047218" target="_blank"> 28 Racecourse Lane, Pokolbin</a> offers views across the neighbouring vineyards to the Brokenback Range. 
Racecourse Lane Vineyard also offers water from three dams and PID irrigation from the Hunter River. 
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The homestead has been recently renovated with travertine floors.
It comprises three bedrooms, two new bathrooms, new kitchen with stone tops and wrap around verandahs with opening roof. 
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Other features of the home include water-garden, machinery shedding, and insulated wine storage facility. 
Race Lane Vineyard is two hours from Sydney and surrounded by restaurants, vineyards and concert venues. 
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Pokolbin vineyard with renovated home listed for $1.75 million

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Kevin Sobels, the legendary Australian winemaker, and wife, Margaret have their Hunter Valley winery, as they look towards delaying their retirement.
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The developer Romeciti has acquired the family-run winery in Pokolbin for $7.3 million, with plans to upgrade and convert the property into a luxury resort.
The winery, which has a vineyard and a wine making facility, will continue to operate as normal, led by Kevin, Margaret and son Jason Sobels.  
This year marks the 170th unbroken run of Australian vintages by Sobels, with their son, Jason continuing the traditional family craft.
Sobels is a fifth generation descendant of German immigrant winemaker, Carl August Sobels.
The family name has been connected to Australian winemaking since the 1840s, beginning in South Australia’s Barossa and Clare Valley.
Kevin Sobels arrived in the Hunter in 1972 from the Barossa. 
The 22ha Halls Road, Pokolbin offering, Kevin Sobels Wines, was started in the early 1990s by Kevin and Margaret on acreage offered to them by the Ross Jones family.
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They formed a company with the help of a few friends with their sales door opening in 1994.
By 1996 the winemaking facility was complete so that wines could be made and bottled on-site. 
The long established brand has around 5ha of planted vines.
<a href="/news/kevin-sobels-lists-hunter-valley-winery">Its March marketing</a> suggested the property would suit the establishment of a five-star country lodge with restaurant and function space, with Fairfax Media suggesting it will soon be a key venue for the Romeciti's "Green Life" community hub, bringing together landscaped gardens, eateries and more.
The accommodation set to open to Romeciti customers in late 2019. 
Sobels was installed as the 2014 Hunter Valley Living Legend of Wine, joining other Hunter notables as Brian and Fay McGuigan, Bruce Tyrrell and  Don McWilliam.
The Sobels’ wine journey began with Carl August, who in 1847 quit his home in the Saxony-Anhalt town of Quedlinburg and migrated with his family to Australia. He had been trained in winemaking in Germany and in France’s Champagne region.
He made his first Australian wines for William Jacob, the government surveyor who mapped the Barossa.
 
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Kevin Sobels sells Hunter Valley winery to Romeciti, but will stay on

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After 150 plus years of ownership by the same family, the Deasy family have sold their 322-hectare Hunter Valley property.
Rockview has been run by five generations of the Deasy family.
It’s now <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/sold/property-other-nsw-pokolbin-7709215" target="_blank">the largest grazing property</a> in the Pokolbin area.
It’s the first time the Deasys Road land has been marketed since Jeremiah Deasy hopped off a boat from Ireland and took ownership of the property in the days of selection in the 1860s.
In subsequent years the property was used as a fruit bottling company called Lighting, which was run from the back sheds of the property by indentured, orphaned labourers. The remnants of this bottling plant still remain.
At one point a school was built on the property.
The bodies of children who died at the property over the years are buried in the property in an area called The Cultivation.
The property is a cattle grazing property but given its location in the Hunter Valley it does come with a vineyard.
In a grove of fig trees sits the original timber homestead, which is currently used as a weekend getaway for the Malouf and Quinn families – descendants of the Deasy family.
The well-grassed rolling hills of Rockview are only interrupted by a patch of eucalyptus trees.
The farm is equipped with cattle yards and water from a number of dams. An allocation is available from the Lower Hunter Wine Country Private Irrigation district.
The property was being marketed to developers. There is a current development approval from Cessnock City Council for an eight lot (40 hectare) rural subdivision.
The property’s zoning allows for resorts, wineries and restaurants.
Jurd's Real Estate Cessnock had initial hopes of more than $5 million, with its 2012 expressions of interest campaign.
 
 
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Rockview, Pokolbin sold by Deasy family after 150 years

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The property long known as Vinden Estate, a 10 hectare Pokolbin holding in the heart of Hunter Valley wine country, has been listed with a price guide of $5.5 million.
It is being marketed by Cain Beckett of Jurds Real Estate, though without reference to its official vineyard name.
The property at <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-lifestyle-nsw-pokolbin-7938122" target="_blank">138 Gillards Road</a> features a luxurious homestead with mountain views.
It has a pool, tennis court, cellar door, restaurant, winery, additional cottage and a boutique vineyard. The bistro recently closed after seven years trading.
The Vindin Brand and business is not being sold as Angus Vinden will retain this and either offer the new owners a leaseback or relocate it
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It was 1990 when his parents Guy and Sandra Vinden purchased the 25 acres of land.
Their first harvest was in 1998.
The range of wines includes the Hunter Valley’s only Alicante Bouschet (a light dry rosé), sparkling Alicante Bouschet, Semillon, SSB, Verdelho, Chardonnay, Merlot, Basket Press Shiraz and Late Harvest Semillon.
It was recently recognised as "dark horse winery to watch" by James Halliday. It was given 5 Star Winery status by James Halliday in his 2018 Wine Companion.
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$5.5 million hopes for Pokolbin estate listed by Vinden family

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The boutique winery Krinklewood Biodynamic Vineyard in the Hunter Valley has been listed for sale by the Windrim family.
They've farmed the Broke Fordwich area for 20 years.
The <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-viticulture-nsw-broke-7939662" target="_blank">59 hectare property near Pokolbin</a> includes a three bedroom colonial homestead and a 19 hectare vineyard. It is expected to fetch around $10 million.
The cellar door and winery is set among Provencal gardens, urns, fountains and is surrounded by animal life, olive trees and the Brokenback ranges.
The property also includes a tennis court, saltwater pool, a stone pool cabana, vegetable garden and small orchard.
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There are three fulltime employees, as well as six cellar door staff. 
Rod Windrim came to the Hunter Valley in 1977 and planted his first vineyard in Pokolbin four years later. 
After years of research and a growing passion for high quality wines, he bought the current property in 1989 focussing on classic Hunter Valley varietals.
The vineyard was planted in 1998, and in 2002 Krinklewood started implementing biodynamic practices, soon becoming fully certified organic and biodynamic.
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Over the past 10 years Rod, and more recently his son Pete, have been frequent educators within Australia in biodynamic viticulture and winemaking. 
“Our family is unified and excited that the time has come to pass on our passion of biodynamic viticulture and love for our beautiful patch of earth at Krinklewood,” Rod said. 
“One of the guiding biodynamic principles is to leave something greater than how you found it, as a legacy and gift to the next generation. With the growth of our brand we believe now is the time to hand over the custodianship to someone who will take it to the next level.”
The southern end of the Broke Fordwich valley has a slightly cooler climate than most Hunter Valley wineries, which allows the vineyard to explore less Hunter specific varietals. 
The white vines are on a flat bed of free-draining loam organic soil which is ideal for producing classic Hunter Valley Semillon, Verdelho and Chardonnay. In more recent years they have added small plantings of Gewürztraminer and Viognier.
A gentle slope of clay-loam organic soil is well suited to classic Hunter Shiraz. Later, the family planted Mourvedre to make Francesca Rosé and introduced a small planting of the Spanish variety Tempranillo.
The new winery, completed prior to the 2017 vintage, includes fully automated brine refrigeration and comes complete with state of the art laboratory, steel tanks, French barrels and automated press. With an annual turnover of $1.4 million, the property has the capacity to produce over 10,000 cases per year.
The Krinklewood Wine Club has been going for 16 years, boasts more than 1800 members, and is responsible for 58% of the vineyard’s sales. The rest is made up of NSW &amp; VIC distribution (15%); cellar door and online (20%) and direct wholesale (7%).
The sale of the property will be managed by Alan Jurd and Cain Beckett at Jurd’s Real Estate, Cessnock.
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Krinklewood Biodynamic Vineyard to be sold

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Krinklewood Biodynamic Vineyard, a boutique winery in the Hunter Valley, has sold for $4.85 million having been listed almost three years ago.
It sold with stock for $5.5 million to a city-based buyer.
It was offered for sale by winemaker Rod Windrim and his family. 
The 57-hectare property near Pokolbin sold for significantly less than its 2017 asking price of $10 million. 
The property included a three-bedroom colonial homestead and a 19 hectare vineyard, and was listed by the Windrim family who have farmed the Broke Fordwich area for 20 years.
For over ten years, the vineyard has been certified biodynamic organic, following the family’s implementation of biodynamic practices since 2002.
Set on the banks of the Wollombi Brook, the French inspired boutique offers a tennis court, pool, pizza cabana and parterre garden.
The cellar door and winery is set among Provencal gardens, urns, fountains and is surrounded by animal life, olive trees and the Brokenback ranges.
The property included Chateau Tracteur, the managers accommodation, and temporary workers accommodation.  
Over the past 10 years Rod, and more recently his son Pete, have been frequent educators within Australia in biodynamic viticulture and winemaking. 
The Krinklewood Wine Club has been going for 16 years, boasts more than 1800 members, and is responsible for 58 percent of the vineyard’s sales.
The rest is made up of NSW &amp; VIC distribution (15%); cellar door and online (20%) and direct wholesale (7%).
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Krinklewood Biodynamic Vineyard finally sold

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A 795 acre lot at Pokolbin has been relisted for sale through Jurd’s Real Estate agent Cain Beckett.
<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-livestock-nsw-pokolbin-7883906" target="_blank">Lot 7 Deasys Road</a> is located in the heart of the Hunter Valley, the largest remaining private holding in Wine Country.
The iconic property has been owned by five generations of the Deasy Family and descendants since the 1860’s.
Its original weatherboard sits among old fig trees in the middle of the property.
"At a time when they had the opportunity to choose the finest land available, the Deasy family chose Rockview and have continued to farm it with cattle, sheep and crops over 140 years," listing agent Cain Beckett said.
"It is home to some spectacular views in the district and is an ideal resort site or commercial development opportunity as it has development approval for an 8 lot rural subdivision," he said.
The zoning of the property allows integrated tourism such as accommodation, a resort, restaurants, a hotel, vineyards or a winery in addition to grazing and other agricultural activities.
It is also suitable for mixed grazing and agriculture use, including establishment of a large vineyard.
Featuring cattle yards, dams and access to the Wine Country Private Irrigation Scheme.
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140 year old Hunter Valley acreage listed for sale

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The 40 hectare family-owned Marsh Estate has been listed for sale at Pokolbin.
The market expectations are around $13 million for the Marsh Estate, which was established in 1971 as one of the original wine estates in Pokolbin.
It includes over 20 hectares planted with red and white variety vines.
There is a 200-tonne winery and a country homestead and adjacent cellar door set against the backdrop of the Brokenback Range.
The property <a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-viticulture-nsw-pokolbin-7871082" target="_blank">is listed</a> through Alan Jurd of Jurd's Real Estate.
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Marsh Estate at Pokolbin listed for sale

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The latest trophy Pokolbin vineyard to hit the market is the Iron Gate Estate being sold by winemaker Roger Lilliott.
Market expectations are around $7 million.
<a href="https://www.realestate.com.au/property-lifestyle-nsw-pokolbin-7874166" target="_blank">Iron Gate Estate</a> includes a Spanish Hacienda-style 200-tonne winery and cellar door.
It has 10 hectares of vineyards.
Lilliot acquired the property as an undeveloped land parcel 21 year ago, establishing its reputation as a producer of aged semillon.
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