Jennifer Hawkins has sold the lot of her in-progress Sydney beachside mega-mansion, which is still under construction after four years, in an off-market sale worth $30 million.
The sprawling Whale Beach property continues to be developed by Hawkins and her husband Jake Wall’s company, J Group Projects, despite reports of complaints from nearby residents over the ongoing work.
While Wall is overseeing the development, local sources confirm a private sale of their lavish property took place directly with a neighbour.
Property records now show a company owned by purchaser David Appleby lodged the caveat for the site.
He has also begun demolition work at a nearby lot he also owns, to expand the already massive Whale Beach estate.
Although agents say Wall has been ‘respectful’ of neighbours during construction, there have been multiple complaints from locals about disruption and blocked driveways.
Jennifer Hawkins (pictured) has sold the lot of her in-progress Sydney beachside mega-mansion, which is still under construction after four years, in an off-market sale worth $30 million
The sprawling Whale Beach property continues to be developed by Hawkins and her husband Jake Wall’s company, J Group Projects, despite reports of complaints from nearby residents over the ongoing work
Rayner Rd is a highly sought-after area in one of Sydney’s most exclusive suburbs, with almost half the homes boasting sweeping ocean views.
Since demolition on the Hawkins site began in 2021, several neighbouring properties have changed hands, though it’s unclear if the sales are connected to the ongoing construction.
Images and reports show utes and trucks frequently blocking the narrow street, making off-road parking difficult.
Some owners have claimed their driveways were obstructed for hours during construction.
Last year, it was reported that Whale Beach locals were furious with the ongoing development as the ‘constant stream of trucks’ continued to block the narrow street and park for ‘hours on end’.
According to the Sydney Morning Herald, residents in the surrounding homes were reeling and one neighbour had his driveway blocked ‘on several occasions’ for hours.
Meanwhile, another local claimed their front lawn had been damaged by cement mixers.
On top of that, the noise coming from renovation was said to be a constant disruption to what once was the quietest corner of the peaceful suburb.
While Wall is overseeing the development, local sources confirm a private sale of their lavish property took place directly with a neighbour
Property records now show a company owned by purchaser David Appleby lodged the caveat for the site
Rayner Rd is a highly sought-after area in one of Sydney’s most exclusive suburbs, with almost half the homes boasting sweeping ocean views
Hawkins, 41, and her husband Wall, 42, never intended to live in the property, but rather to sell it as an investment.
Aerial footage obtained by Daily Mail shows a construction site set up on the enormous plot of land.
The plot is four times the size of neighbouring mansions.
The original 1950s home was demolished to make way for a modern multi-level mansion.
Its completed design will include a basketball court, swimming pool and large garage.
The high-end property will also have an internal lift connecting all three floors, as well as five bedrooms, multiple living spaces and a large kitchen.
The property will have jaw-dropping oceanside views and sit atop a stunning cliffside close to local amenities.
A newly laid dirt foundation currently covers the construction site, which takes up a double block and sits on a hill overlooking the beach.
