John Aiken Sells Hunter Valley Property for $1.6M

Married At First Sight expert has sold his Hunter Valley weekender escape for $1.6million,

The star, 55, made a modest profit on the sale after purchasing the four-bedroom, three-bathroom Pokolbin property for $1.52million in 2023.

The luxury retreat had previously operated as a short-term rental, with guests able to book a stay for $430 per night.

Designed with both family living and entertaining in mind, the home boasts an open-plan layout with soaring ceilings and expansive living spaces. 

The property also features scenic surrounds in the heart of the renowned wine region, offering a tranquil lifestyle away from the spotlight.

Set within The Vintage golf course estate, the property – affectionately known as The Lake House – was promoted as the ultimate lifestyle retreat in the heart of wine country. 

Perched along the 15th fairway, the home takes in sweeping views over the greens and water, offering the kind of setting that is perfect for families and entertaining.

Inside, it leans into relaxed entertaining, with open-plan living spaces designed to bring people together.

The stunning property also features soaring contemporary ceilings, an impressive rustic fireplace for winter, and gorgeous views.

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It was a sale that contributed to a combined property payday of more than $7million across both assets.

Buyer's agent Billy Gleeson, who snapped up the sandstone residence for his client, said the home drew strong interest.

'The buyers fell in love with the character and the history, there's no other house like it in Willoughby or the North Shore,' he told Realestate.com.au.

He added there had been 'fierce competition' for the five-bedroom property, with a 'handful' of buyers circling before it ultimately sold slightly above its revised $5.7million guide.