The Timing Game When selling or finding your perfect home in St Ives, nothing beats local knowledge. In partnership with Marshall’s Property Group, here are the insights that matter most this Winter. Cruise Into Summer Whether you’re contemplating a cruise in 2027 or considering the ultimate staycation with your nearest and dearest, there’s plenty on offer for those seeking a getaway under the warmth of the Australian sun. Now is the perfect time to secure your 2027 cruise. Scenic’s ‘Jewels of Europe’ river cruise is a 15-day luxury cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam. Sailing along the Rhine, Main and Danube, you’ll enjoy their all-inclusive fine dining experiences and immersive shore excursions. Looking for something closer to home? A weekend escape to Bannisters is always a fan favourite. Take your pick between laidback Mollymook or the sparkling waters of Port Stephens, both within three hours of Sydney. Luxeworld Travel Level 2, Shop 131, 9983 1699. Have you been thinking of selling recently? When it comes to Sydney’s Upper North Shore, holding onto your property until Spring can be a trade-off between visual appeal and financial risk. While waiting for September to roll around allows for Ku-ringgai’s famous gardens and natural light to truly shine, and thereby maximising your property’s ‘emotional premium’, this time of year also has the power to attract peak buyer volume. Selling in Winter during the July or August period however can offer a strategic advantage by avoiding the high inventory competition of Spring and the looming threat of even further RBA interest rate hikes. These of course, could slash buyer borrowing power by mid-year. Ultimately, if your home’s ‘wow factor’ is its outdoor lifestyle, it might be prudent to hold for the Spring bloom. If you have a high-quality indoor sanctuary, listing in Winter could capture a captive and motivated market before the credit environment potentially tightens even further. Committed to selling? The Winter market favours warm minimalism, so consider replacing sterile whites with a palette of soft off-whites, earthy tones, and deep plum accents to create a cozy, high-end sanctuary. Focus on tactile textures like heavy knits and warm timbers while using layered amber lighting to combat seasonal gloom. Add your final touch with winter-ready outdoor spaces that showcase a lifestyle that remains vibrant despite the cooler temperatures. The Marshall Group Level 1, Shop 25D, 9061 3176 stivesvillage.com.au VILLAGE LIFE 26
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