Berry Lane, the highly-anticipated residential development in the historic township of Berry, has officially received development approval. 

The approval comes after more than a decade of meticulous planning, extensive community consultation, and close collaboration with Shoalhaven City Council.

Berry Lane is set to become a residential retreat, offering 117 prime home sites across 11 hectares of picturesque land.

Buyers are sure to snap up the opportunity to secure a piece of land that perfectly combines rural charm with modern convenience.

Development Director for New Horizon Properties, Oliver Finch, expressed his excitement at securing the long-awaited approval.

“This project has been over ten years in the making. Throughout this period, we’ve taken the time to listen to the community, address Shoalhaven City Council’s feedback and worked hard to create an estate that is an inspiring place to live, which reflects the best of Berry,” says Finch. 

Berry Lane location aerial. Source: Berry Lane

The project’s approval comes with updates to the masterplan, including a redesign of two stages to provide larger home sites with improved privacy, the addition of 250 metres of footpaths, and a revised laneway intersection connecting Berry Lane to Hitchcocks Lane.

According to Finch, the demand for residential land in Berry has been high, with 18 lots already sold at an average price of $880,000. Seven of these were purchased by long-term locals at prices exceeding $900,000, with one lot selling for $1.1 million.

“Over the last 18 months, we’ve been approached by many locals who simply couldn’t wait and bought, knowing how challenging it is to secure land here,” Finch says. 

“We now have enough sales to turn the first sod in 2025. Builders are also offering fixed-price quotes, providing certainty for buyers looking to build their dream homes.” 

Director at Woodhill Property, Daniel Watt, emphasised the unique appeal of Berry, as a popular location for families, retirees, and tree-changers.

“Berry is a blue-chip location with a well-earned reputation as a fantastic place to raise a family and a highly desirable leisure destination, surrounded by natural beauty,” says Watt. 

The town’s charm has been recognised with first place in the 2024 NSW Top Tourism Awards (Small Town Category) for the third consecutive year, earning it ‘Hall of Fame’ status.

Daniel explains that many buyers at Berry Lane are already familiar with the area, often having spent years holidaying in the area.

“They see Berry Lane as an opportunity to build their dream home in a rural-coastal setting, with easy access to the city but no wait for the lifestyle,” 

“The well-established nature of this community means buyers can step right into a relaxed, family-friendly environment that’s well-serviced by schools, restaurants, boutique stores, cafes and farmers markets.”

Berry Lane represents the first major residential development in Berry in over a decade, with lots ranging from 360 square metres to over 1000 square metres, and prices starting in the high $600,000s. 

Construction is expected to commence in 2025, with land registration expected in 2026. 

Berry now. Source: Berry Lane

So if you are looking forward to going to the Berry Show this weekend check out Berry Lane.

For further information, visit www.berrylaneland.com.au or call Woodhill Property on 1300 93 44 55. Private inspections are now available at the Display Gallery in Berry.