Five of the best Sydney homes for sale for winter

With winter officially here, many of us are spending more time at home, staying warm and out of the cold.

Some homes are made for this time of year. Whether they have natural light, mod-cons like underfloor heating and gas central heating, or outdoor, uncovered or heated alfresco areas they let you enjoy the season without feeling blue … literally.

On Sydney’s upper north shore, this Federation home is the centrepiece of the around 1856 square metres of grounds that feature a swimming pool and landscaped gardens.

The multiple indoor/outdoor living and entertainment areas, including verandahs, a poolside courtyard, and an undercover deck, are set to the north to capture warm, natural light and allow year-round enjoyment.

Federation-period features, including large windows, high ceilings, and open marble-and-timber fireplaces in the living area and bedrooms help create a cosy feel.

Ducted air-conditioning and gas central heating tick the practicality boxes and ensure you’re warm, no matter where you are in the home.

This architect-designed home in South Coogee has winter outdoor living down to a fine art.

Embracing its Mediterranean-inspired design, the undercover al fresco terrace, with an overhead heater, blinds to keep out any cool breeze or rain, and an inbuilt barbecue and drinks fridge, means outdoor dining is an all-year-round affair.

The heated mineral pool and fire pit, accessible from the al fresco area, are also a bonus.

The custom cocktail bar and Arabescato marble kitchen with premium appliances further enhance the home’s entertainment capabilities.

If snuggling up with a good book is your idea of a perfect rainy winter’s day, then this Willoughby property, with its very own reading lounge, is for you.

With large windows and skylights aplenty, the family, kitchen, and living zones are filled with natural light pouring through the north-facing windows and onto the expansive undercover deck that extends from them.

Only a short walk from Willoughby Girls High School and public schools, Willoughby Park, village shops, and city buses, the location offers much to enjoy.

This Victorian terrace in Surry Hills offers great lifestyle living, just moments from Crown Street.

There’s a north-facing balcony accessible via French doors from the master bedroom, with skylights that capture natural light.

With air-conditioning and original period features, including fireplaces, and nooks for enjoying a quiet night (or day), winter has never looked so cosy.

Enjoy views of the Sydney CBD from this double-brick and concrete Mosman home.

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