Manly was awash with sun bleached hair, terry towelling shorts and designer threads on the weekend as the finals for the first Australian Open of Surfing got underway.
And while some people were lucky enough to walk down from their beachside apartments to get in on the action, others may have found they spent a good part of the afternoon looking for available car spaces.
Adding insult to injury is the fact that the competition was held on one of the only sunny weekends this summer.
Potential homebuyers who attended the event may have been inspired to turn this around by buying into the local property market.
But in between backpackers and swimsuit models, it can be challenging to get a look in at these places during the warmer months.
This may be one of the reasons why people give up on their waterfront dream – the fact that there are times when it can all seem too hard.
However with summer slowly fading away, it is now the perfect time to start putting in place tangible plans to make sure that the next time the mercury rises you are already lying on the beach ready to soak in the sun’s rays.
Buyers who are keen to snap up a bargain may find that the cooler weather keeps competitors at bay, making it easier to see a number of properties and make an informed decision.
There are a variety of great deals on offer in locations right across Australia, with many of them suitable for high-density or rural living.
Whether you are looking for private beach bungalows that hark back to a time when things were simpler, or a modern apartment with water views and all the mod-cons, there is always something on offer that is sure to suit your needs.
Homebuyers who are looking to escape the pressures of city life and in the mood for a sea change may find that a small cottage is an ideal option.
Along with a simple design layout and practical features which ordinarily include an outdoor shower and dedicated space to store surfboards.
Those living in city environments where space is an issue may find it a little more difficult to pull-off the relaxed feel, which means the look to go for, is really beach glamour.
There are a number of home loans on offer that can help with coordinating renovations, but the real propriety is finding the perfect location.
