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These 3 penthouses fit the bill for the urban resident

By Lauren Varga King

One of Sydney, Australia’s, largest penthouses, Skyhouse is the epitome of penthouse living. With 280-degree views spanning from Botany Bay to South Head, residents and guests will rest their eyes on a majestic backdrop, which includes the opera house, bridge and harbour. Listed for $15 million, the three-story home is accented with a large aquarium, home cinema and a sleek and stylish design. The penthouse’s private rooftop terrace is enhanced with a spa and sauna. Enjoy close proximity to cafes, theaters and the central business district.

Source: Signature Residences Worldwide, England; Wales.

Positioned in the neighborhood of SoHo in New York, N.Y., this 2,000-plus-square-foot penthouse at Trump SoHo Hotel Condominium is being offered for $8.7 million. The residence is enhanced with 20-plus-foot ceiling heights with floor-to-ceiling windows, custom furnishings by Italian fashion house Fendi Casa and brilliant bronze fixtures. Of course, the interior is only outdone by the wraparound views, which span from the Hudson River in the west to the East River bridges and from downtown to Midtown’s historic sites.

Source: Prodigy Network, New York, N.Y.

A private elevator rises to Penthouse 72 at Lumiere in Telluride, Colo., and reveals more than 3,700 square feet of opulent living space. The open floor plan — including a relaxing great room — leads out to an expansive balcony where views of the St. Sophia Mountain Range and a six-person hot tub create a relaxing ambiance. After a day on the slopes or around town, retreat to one of two master suites. Private parking, hotel amenities and high-end finishes round out this listing, which is priced at $3.995 million.

Source: J.J. Ossola, Peaks Real Estate Sotheby’s International Realty, Telluride, Colo.

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