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Cricket fever is at an all-time high as Australia prepares to take on Pakistan tomorrow on the first day of the annual Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.
Many homes across the country will also be hosting their own games as families and friends gather for traditional post-Christmas fun.
The national pastime is often hanging out in the street with your neighbors, but what if you had a backyard big enough to host your very own Big Bash?
Here are some of the properties that sold in Cricket Tragedy this year, and some that are still ripe for sale.
62 Kittelty Rd, Mypolonga
for sale
Are your backyard cricket batting skills so good that you keep losing balls over the fence?
If so, why not upgrade to a sports lover's dream home complete with indoor and outdoor basketball stadiums, dunk pits, pools, and, you guessed it, a custom cricket pitch?
The four-bedroom, three-bathroom home is on the market for the first time in 17 years, with an estimated price tag of $3.5 million.
Selling agent Michael Cox of Raine & Horne Real Estate said the home, located just over an hour's drive from Adelaide, was unlike anything else on the market.
“This is a family home, so the vendors have kids who are involved in sports at a pretty reasonable level, so it was definitely built and developed with that in mind,” he said.
“The house was originally built in 2006, with tennis courts and cricket pitches added in 2008 and a stadium added in 2015.
“So it was developed step by step as an ongoing project… and as a result there is really nothing similar to this on the market, certainly not as far as I know.
“It's a sports enthusiast's ultimate dream.”
62 Kittelty Road (Wood Lane), Mypolonga. Photo: realestate.com.au
62 Kittelty Road (Wood Lane), Mypolonga. Photo: realestate.com.au
602 Weir Rd, Min Buri
for sale
Have you always dreamed of hosting a Christmas party in your country?
And this self-contained lifestyle retreat with a concrete cricket field is a real estate purchase you won't want to miss.
Described by selling agent Mike Smith of Robin Hood Real Estate as a “hidden gem in Cowell,” this property offers plenty to offer for weekenders and those looking for a little fun with friends.
Listed for sale in the range of $650,000 to $700,000, the buyer will own over 260 square meters of land, a fully equipped three-bedroom home with solar power, two quad bikes and a John Deere. Riding lawn mower, you will find joy in the fruit. trees etc.
Mr Smith said the action-packed deal offered something for everyone and had already attracted interest from a number of buyers.
“The site has over 202 hectares of natural heritage bushland, so we have already received interest from people with degrees in natural resources who are interested in the land purely for that purpose,” he said. said.
“But there is also plenty of room for people who want to invite family and friends over (for Christmas or other occasions).”
602 Weir Road, Minburi. Photo: realestate.com.au
602 Weir Road, Minburi. Photo: realestate.com.au
12 Lambert Court, Mt Barker
On offer
The backyard of Hills, where you can hit sixes, would be the envy of many a cricketer.
Not only can players swing their bats without worrying about breaking nearby windows, but spectators can also join Pym in watching the game from a nearby fire pit.
At the end of the day, enjoy a cold drink in your air-conditioned five-bedroom home. The home sits on approximately 3,262 square meters of land and is listed at a price range of $960,000 to $980,000.
Selling agent Phil Crowder of Bell Property Adelaide Hills said the property had attracted a lot of interest and was put on the market just before Christmas.
“A young couple with two boys are looking to buy,” he says.
“They love the large, flat space it provides for raising children and hosting gatherings.”
12 Lambert Court, Mt Barker. Photo: realestate.com.au
12 Lambert Court, Mt Barker. Photo: realestate.com.au
26 L'estrange St, Glenside
On offer
This stunning home has plenty of green space to enjoy a game of cricket.
Once the sun goes down, cool off with your team on the veranda or take a dip in the pool, which is adjacent to the perfect homemade cricket field.
The home, which was renovated and expanded in 2020, is listed without a price guide, but Prop Track data suggests it could go well above the suburb's median price of $1.32 million. .
Selling agent Steve Alexander of Alexander Real Estate said the property provides plenty of space for a growing family to move into.
“Outdoors, there is a main entertainment area under the main roof and a pool pavilion at the rear of the garden leading to a glass-enclosed 12-metre swimming pool,” he said.
“Beyond that there is space for a garden shed, children’s play area, basketball ring and cricket pitch.
“Additionally, it is conveniently within walking distance of Glenunga Hub, including Webb Oval and Glenunga Reserve, and serves as the home base for Glenunga Rams Football Club and Glenunga Cricket Club.”
26 L'estrange Street, Glenside. Photo: realestate.com.au
26 L'estrange Street, Glenside. Photo: realestate.com.au
146 Pendale Road, Duck Ponds
for sale
Have you ever thought of turning your runway into a cricket pitch?
This lifestyle venue could be the setting for the biggest private cricket bash in SA history, so if you haven't already, come join us!
Located just 5 minutes from Port Lincoln and listed at $750,000-$790,000, the 38-hectare property is ideal for livestock grazing and has established pastureland suitable for agricultural crops. It consists of
Extensive native vegetation creates the perfect environment for the bush, and the property also includes an olive grove, fruit trees and a vegetable garden.
But the main highlight of this property, besides the renovated two-bedroom home, is the 770-metre airstrip that's literally outside your back door.
Before you give it a runway-worthy spin, imagine taking your guests on a special Christmas getaway.
146 Pendale Road, Duck Pond. Photo: realestate.com.au
146 Pendale Road, Duck Pond. Photo: realestate.com.au
61 Snake Gully Rd, Cudlee Creek
Sold
If you have always dreamed of a lifestyle that combines sports and leisure, away from the hustle and bustle of noisy city life, this is the home that will make your dreams come true.
Well, it's probably not your dream, as this home was sold in April of this year to another family for $2.05 million.
As well as being a historic home, this stunning property also featured its own cricket pitch, mini-oval, custom-built scoreboard and plenty of space for fans to cheer on the home team.
Holland Creek and Heysen Trail are nearby, as well as a separate fully equipped cabin overlooking one of the dams.
Vendors Andrew and Jenny said the cricket pitch was built for children.
“At one time it was a paddock area, but we created a small cricket field and play area for the children,” they said.
“It was a real pleasure to be raised by my parents and to be able to raise my own children in a wonderful, remote valley close to Adelaide.”
61 Snake Gully Rd, Cudlee Creek. Photo: Accessories.
61 Snake Gully Rd, Cudlee Creek. Photo: Accessories.
