While most teenagers will spend years dreaming of escaping their hometown, for Ryley Bliss, the pull of childhood memories forged years ago among the rockpools and beach breaks of Anna Bay in Port Stephens was strong enough to bring his young family back there years later. Ryley and his wife Jenn are the duo behind Talm, Anna Bay's newest luxury beachfront accommodation, built at a location that was seemingly fated to be. "The spot has completely unobstructed ocean views looking out over a reef rich in marine life and home to regular pods of dolphins and whales," says Jenn. "The very same magical area that Ry grew up surfing and swimming in with his friends." Working closely with Greenbuild Constructions and its architects, the couple have created the perfect coastal escape, replete with contemporary country charm and a light, bright aesthetic that would sit proudly on the prime real estate it occupies for years to come. "Our main vision for Talm was to create a space that felt luxurious and relaxing, but in the same breath, still welcoming and family-friendly," says Jenn. |