A luxury country home with a guest room straight from Japan, and other top regional buys

Homewoner Matt Simpson admits that guests at he and his wife's family home in the rural NSW town of Taralga have been surprised when they have been shown their accommodation for the evening.

"They have been a bit hesitant when we have told them they will be sleeping on the floor, but they are soon converted," Mr Simpson said.

The guest room is a work of art, a traditional Japanese tatami room, transported to a unique home in the state's southern tablelands.

"In a Japanese tatami room, people would typically live there during the day and at night pull the futon, which has been stored in its own cupboard.

"We have replicated that in the guest room and it is a wonderful way to sleep on the floor atop a 50mm futon."

Throughout the three-bedroom, three-bathroom house, now on the market with a price guide of $9.990 million, there are authentic Japanese touches and design elements.

"We lived in Japan for eight years in total and became quite attached to and appreciative of the Japanese aesthetic," Mr Simpson said.

There is also the influence of Germany, another place where the couple lived, in the solid design and enery efficient principles.

"It's incredibly warm, there are no drafts, and our electricity bill is zero," Mr Simpson said.

The property is listed with Sotheby's International Realty agent David Medina and goes to auction on September 22.

The terrace that came to a country town

A rare Victorian terrace in the NSW town of Wagga Wagga, built in 1870, has hit the market for the first time in 45 years.

The beautifully restored five-bedroom terrace, named Clareville, is a well-known landmark in the Riverina city and includes features such as original fireplaces and high ceilings.

More modern additions include a large pool and a granny flat.

Listed with Andrew Pellow of McGrath Wagga, it has a price guide of $2 million to $2.2 million.

The coastal classic

It's not often that a classic and grand oceanfront house comes on the market on the NSW Central Coast.

However, that is exactly what this property is - a unique art deco family home in a prime position.

Listed for the first time since it was built in 1941, it features high ceilings with ornate cornices, French doors and large living spaces.

The four-bedroom home at Blue Bay features a large timber deck to take in the spectacular views.

And going for a dip in the ocean is a breeze from this property, which has multiple beach accesses to Blue Bay, Toowoon Bay and The Entrance Beach.

The property is listed with Craig Fisher of Di Jones Central Coast and has a price guide of $8.2 million to $8.995 million.

Lakeside design

This lakeside home in Metung in Victoria's East Gippsland holds a superb position and has a great building legacy.

A Fasham Johnson home, the three-bedroom residence has glimpses of the Gippsland lakes and views of the garden and bushland on the generous block.

The pavilion-like design captures both natural light and views while passive solar principles ensure the home is comfortable temperature-wise year-round.

Floor-to-ceiling glass and wide terraces allow for easy indoor-outdoor living.

Listed for sale with Ian Harrison of King & Heth First National, it has a price guide of $1.15 million.