Dominique Vasers has achieved a suburb record in Smiths Lake, selling a five-bedroom Hampton-style residence for $2.15 million off-market to a Newcastle family seeking their ideal lakeside holiday home.
When the right buyer was already in the database
Dominique Vasers didn’t need to market 78 Patsys Flat Road. She’d already spent months with the buyers who would eventually purchase it.
The Newcastle family had been searching for a holiday home with the right combination of lake access, architectural quality and privacy. Dominique had shown them several properties, learning their priorities with each inspection.
When the vendors — a couple relocating to Brisbane to be closer to family — approached her about selling, the match was immediate.
“I knew very quickly who the buyer of this property was,” Dominique says.
“They were looking for probably one of the area’s nicest properties, and this property would sit in that category.”
The five-bedroom Hampton-style residence delivered everything the buyers had described: easy lake access, exceptional views across Smiths Lake to the sandbar and ocean beyond, high ceilings, quality fixtures and considered landscaping.
The sale settled at $2.15 million — a record for Smiths Lake — with zero days on market and zero open homes.
Why the off-market approach worked for everyone
The vendors had lived in the area for years. Leaving wasn’t an easy decision, but their life stage made the move to Brisbane necessary.
“The fact that we were able to execute the sale off-market made the transition for them a lot easier,” Dominique says.
“They didn’t have to hold open homes or have hordes of people through the home. And as far as a price result goes, obviously a record in Smiths Lake spoke volumes for them.”
For the buyers, the off-market opportunity meant no competition and no public campaign pressure. They knew the property met their brief. The decision was straightforward.
The local view: Quality waterfront properties holding firm
Smiths Lake sits on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, a small lakeside town prized for quiet, lifestyle-focused living with direct lake access, ocean views across the sandbar, and proximity to Pacific Palms’ cafés, beaches and national parks. The area attracts buyers seeking premium coastal amenity without the density of larger centres like Port Macquarie or Forster.
Dominique’s read of the current market is clear: quality waterfront properties with good lake access are still commanding strong prices.
“There’s still a lot of active buyers in the market for quality properties, particularly those with ocean views,” she says.
“That’s been demonstrated over the last couple of weeks with additional sales — all waterfront properties with good access to the lake, and prices are still holding firm.”
For sellers considering the market in the coming months, the message is consistent: premium presentation and the right positioning still deliver results, particularly when an agent has the buyer relationships already in place.
About the Agent
Dominique Vasers from DiJones Pacific Palms brings a thoughtful, client-first approach built on genuine connection and deep local knowledge. Detail-oriented and collaborative, she takes time to understand each client’s goals and tailors strategies that consistently deliver strong results. A skilled negotiator, she combines professionalism with care, ensuring every client feels confident and supported throughout their journey. Visit Dominique’s website for more information or call Dominique on 0437140479.