Justin Hemmes Drops $18 Million on Byron Bay Shack

Merivale billionaire Justin Hemmes and his partner Madeline Holtznagel have snatched up a glorious A-list seafront property in .

The hospitality mogul spent a reported $18 million on the secluded spread, which was last sold in 1998 for $875,000.

Situated just 1 km from Byron Bay at Belongil Beach, the sprawling estate covers 1,580.3 sqm and .

Hemmes, 53, settled the deal last week, reported The Daily Telegraph on Tuesday.

While the official price tag has not been released, it's understood Hemmes spent $18 million on the sale, which comprises two titles located inside a gated enclave.

The main dwelling is built on a high point of a dune overlooking the ocean, and boasts 20metres of beachfront.

Rimmed by lush bushland, the house opens out to a lawn terrace, which features a stone staircase leading to the sandy beach.

Highlights include a thoughtful open-plan layout throughout and sliding cantilevered doors in the living spaces that make the most of the surrounding views.

The interiors have a strong 'tropical' influence, with high ceilings and timber finishings throughout.

Sales agents touted the property, which is configured into three self-contained 'units', as ideal for a developer.

Justin and Madeline have been settling into life as a blended family.

The A-list society couple stepped out at the opening night of the Tropfest short film festival in February with the billionaire publican's two older children.

The tycoon brought his daughters, Alexa, nine, and Saachi, seven, who he shares with his ex-partner Kate Fowler.

Madeline announced the arrival of her first child with the hospitality king on Instagram in June 2025 alongside a gallery of sweet photos.