Recipient of multiple industry awards, including the 2025 NSW Master Builders Association’s Best Home $5 – $7 Million, this extraordinary Dover Heights residence stands not only as a statement in modern luxury, but as a defining achievement for builders, Bentino.
MBA judges praised the home for its “outstanding marblework throughout” its “high-tech lighting system”, and joinery “executed to a very high standard,” delivering what they described as “a beautifully finished and impressive build.” Its further recognition through the HIA Awards – including award for Bathroom of the Year and New Bathroom Over $70,000 reinforces the precision and consistency that is embedded in the finishes found throughout the home, reflecting a standard of craftsmanship rarely seen, a standard shaped by vision, integrity and the unwavering commitment of the team behind the build.
Central to that commitment is Managing Director Ashley Agostino, who manages Bentino with Co-Founder Evan Benjamin. Born into a family construction company and exposed early to residential development across Sydney, Ashley developed an instinctive understanding of what sets exceptional homes apart. Her career initially expanded across various business sectors, refining her leadership and management strengths, yet construction remained her natural home. Her influence has become integral to Bentino’s culture and success with this Dover Heights residence a striking example. Beyond industry accolades, when sold, the property set a price p/sqm benchmark for Dover Heights, redefining expectations for quality, in what is one of Sydney’s most coveted suburbs. It became a project that not only showcased Bentino’s capability but signalled the calibre of homes being delivered through their high-end property development arm.
What immediately hits you in this residence is the level of detail and finish that clearly elevates it far beyond the ordinary. Designed by Alicia Xiberras Interiors, over 120 slabs of hand selected marble flow through the architecture, forming a meticulously constructed grand staircase, feature walls, bathrooms and kitchen surfaces – each laid with absolute precision.
Expansive glass walls and skylights draw in light and frame panoramic harbour views, while sculptural timber joinery replaces conventional plasterwork, creating a continuous, tactile material language throughout.
Our intention with the DoverX project was to redefine what luxury living feels like, not just visually, but experientially. We wanted to create a home that felt like a private five-star resort while still being warm, functional, and deeply liveable for everyday life.
The layout combines function with amenities consistent with that of homes of the highest calibre. A home cinema with acoustics designed for immersive viewing, a climate-controlled wine cellar, a sauna, a cigar and wine room, a rooftop terrace with sweeping harbour and city vistas, and ample indoor-outdoor entertaining zones.
These features deliver a level of luxury rarely matched in private residential builds – grandeur without ostentation, indulgence without excess, and spaces that feel both refined and sophisticated, yet truly liveable.
“What I love most about this home is the level of detail, from the handcrafted joinery replacing traditional plaster walls to the way natural light moves through the space via the skylights and expansive glazing. Every element was considered, not just for impact, but for longevity and how it makes you feel when you’re in the space.” says Ashley.
Beyond the interiors, the home extends into a true resort style environment. A sunken lounge with firepit frames a striking view into the pool through a glass window, the cascade of a spectacular waterfall adding to the ambiance. The poolside pavilion enhances the sense of luxury with a fully appointed alfresco kitchen, including BBQ and pizza oven, a space crafted for sophisticated entertaining.
This level of delivery sits on foundations laid well before Dover Heights. Bentino was established in 2019 with a desire to elevate the insurance-building sector – bringing together quality workmanship, reliable communication and genuine client care in a market where those qualities are often inconsistent. Bentino is now nationally recognised for its operational robustness and technical capability – a platform that now underpins its growing portfolio of luxury property developments like this Dover Heights residence.
As MD, Ashley has implemented strategies that have strengthened operations, elevated service delivery and expanded the business across multiple states. As an advocate for women in construction and an active member of the Women in Insurance network, she brings empathy, clarity and accountability to the company’s leadership – qualities that are reflected in Bentino’s culture and work.
Dover Heights is where these strands converge. It embodies Bentino’s belief that from structure to material selection and craftsmanship, every home they deliver should stand the test of time.
“The industry recognition has been incredibly rewarding because it validates the level of craftsmanship, and integrity that goes into every Bentino project. Dover X set the benchmark for the direction of our luxury development arm, but in many ways, it is only the beginning. Every project moving forward will be conceived as its own bespoke masterpiece. Our focus is on creating homes that exude effortless luxury, where architectural excellence is matched by uncompromising precision in construction, and every detail is curated to deliver a sense of refinement, and enduring sophistication.” Ashley Agostino
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