Mediterranean-style estate with infinity pool and forest views in Federal, NSW, near Bryon Bay

A sprawling Mediterranean-style estate boasting stunning forest views, an infinity pool, tennis court and dreamy gardens is wowing interior lovers. 

The lavish ‘Villa Paradiso’ estate sits on a green grassy hill in the village of Federal and overlooks the picturesque hinterland behind Byron Bay. 

Towering gum trees surround the secluded sanctuary that is the perfect place to unwind thanks to bright and airy interiors and a series of sun-drenched outdoor spaces. 

The entry foyer opens out onto the main living space which is the heart of the home with soaring 3.5m ceilings, arched doorways and tall windows that showcase the jaw-dropping forest views.

Marbled-tiled floors, arched doorways as well as the crisp white palette give the home a Mediterranean feel and relaxing, holiday vibes. 

Behind the doors of this unassuming home lies a Mediterranean-inspired paradise with stunning forest views, an infinity pool, a tennis court and dreamy gardens

Towering gum trees surround the secluded luxurious sanctuary that is the perfect place to unwind with bright and airy interiors and a series of sun-drenched outdoor spaces

The lavish ‘Villa Paradiso’ estate sits atop a green grassy hill in the village of Federal and overlooks the picturesque hinterlands behind Byron Bay

Marbled-tiled floors, arched doorways as well as the crisp white palette give the home, which was designed by a Spanish sculptor in 1998, a Mediterranean feel and relaxing, holiday vibes 

Villa Paradiso was built by a Spanish sculptor in 1998 and was later bought as a gift from one of Australia’s most prominent billionaires for his partner and her children. 

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Double doors lead guests out to the covered outdoor dining space that has a cosy fire pit and sits next to the sparkling infinity pool. 

Down a small slope, sits a competition-sized tennis court encased by vine covered fencing and a leafy pergola covers a barbecue and picnic area. 

Back inside, the main bedroom has its own private seating area, a walk-in closet, ensuite and double doors with plantation shutters that look out to the spectacular scenery.

The chef’s kitchen is closed off from the rest of the living space, while a home office neighbours the primary bedroom and a reading room has its own access to the pergola.  

The chef’s kitchen is closed off from the rest of the living space, while a home office neighbours the primary bedroom and a reading room has its own access to the pergola

The main bedroom has its own private seating area, a walk-in closet, ensuite and double doors with plantation shutters that look out to the spectacular scenery

There are four more bedrooms including a guest suite with its own bathroom as well as a separate second lounge and an outside shed houses a studio-slash-games room

The vendor said the home has been the setting of many glamorous parties attended by TV stars, fashion designers, sports personalities and influencers

There are four more bedrooms including a guest suite with its own bathroom as well as a separate second lounge and an outside shed houses a studio-slash-games room.

Villa Paradiso has hit the market with an asking price of $5.6million and listing agent Tara Torkkola of First National Byron said it has drawn in interest from potential buyers, both local and international. 

‘We have had interest from LA, Japan and Europe – and also Sydney and Melbourne – on account of its opulent calibre, private setting and iconic address,’ she told realestate.com.au.

The vendor said the home has been the setting of many glamorous parties attended by TV stars, fashion designers, sports personalities and influencers. 

‘Many guests have remarked how the outdoor areas feel like you are lunching on Mykonos,’ they said also revealing they ‘adore the views of the valley, the tranquillity of the location and the symphony of sounds from nature’.