Find a home court advantage with these 5 private tennis courts

With just days to go, tennis enthusiasts have their eyes trained on the Australian Open in Melbourne. But those seeking a home court advantage need not despair.

Australia is serving up dozens of loveable residences with private tennis courts for those seeking space to practise their backhand outside Grand Slam events.

From floodlights to viewing decks, grass courts to synthetic turf, here are five amazing properties with incredible tennis courts.

43-47 Were Street, Brighton, VIC

For those looking at romantic locations for a spot of tennis, this enchanting estate in Brighton could be just the ticket.

Surrounded by an historic homestead and leafy mature trees, the synthetic modgrass tennis court is flanked by a pavilion, which has been set up as an adjoining gymnasium.

The five-bedroom, five-bathroom residence at 43-47 Were Street was built in 1842 and has been lovingly restored by its current owners while remaining sympathetic to its heritage.

There is a conservatory, a solar-heated, self-cleaning swimming pool, in-ground spa and a water irrigation system with its own desalination unit.

14 Maryland Avenue, Carrara, QLD

A championship tennis court is one thing, but the list of inclusions in this spectacular Carrara mansion are nothing short of droolworthy.

With an 18m infinity edge swimming pool, glass-encased poolside pavilion, a cinema room with a super-size screen, 10-car basement garage and a sports-inspired man cave, there appears to be nothing this home doesn’t have.

Designed by renowned architect Bayden Goddard, the property sits on a 4243sqm block with 37m of river frontage and spans three levels around a central garden atrium. It also includes a 600-bottle, temperature-controlled wine cellar, executive office, gymnasium and a 15m pontoon with a double jet ski dock.

The astounding abode is listed for sale for $11.95 million.

14 Cherry Place, Castle Cove, NSW

Live like a king – literally – in this stunning sandstone castle on Sydney’s Lower North Shore with a terrific tennis court on the banks of Fig Tree Cove.

Built in 1904 by federal parliamentarian Henry Willis, Innisfallen Castle at 14 Cherry Place, Castle Cove is just one of five castellated buildings in inner Sydney.

With eight bedrooms and four bathrooms set across the castle and a separate guest wing, there is space aplenty on the 8333sqm estate to host competitors for the owner’s very own private tournament.

154 Virginia Avenue, Hawthorne, QLD

Many real estate agents lay claim to properties possessing a resort-style vibe, but there is absolutely no question when it comes to this Hawthorne mega mansion.

Along with an alluring championship-size tennis court, riverside swimming pool, private sandy beach and self-contained cabana, the home also has a rooftop terrace and bar, separate wine-tasting area, home gym and private library.

The property was originally owned by former Brisbane Lord Mayor Clem Jones and later became home to flamboyant entrepreneur James Penny. A two-year, multi-million dollar renovation has just been completed by the current owner.

It includes a temperature and humidity controlled 900-bottle wine cellar with 300 litre wine barrels from Meursault, France, and smart home technology including the motorised blinds, audio-visual systems, CCTV and lighting throughout.

13A Elfrida Street, Mosman, NSW

It’s “game, set, match” with this edgy, private creation in Mosman by esteemed Sydney architect Peter Stutchbury.

With privacy at the fore of its design, the home is set across three titles that form a rare 1863sqm landholding. The property is concealed from the street behind native gardens and includes a lovely tennis court and heated swimming pool.

Dubbed “Land House”, the striking home has polished concrete floors with underfloor heating, a standalone bath and steam shower in the master suite, timber trimmings including cedar, birch and turpentine; and stunning views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

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