Situated right on Takapuna Beach, the 684m2 residence was created as a true lifestyle masterpiece - designed by renowned New Zealand architect Simon Carnachan, the design concept was to simply make it fun to live here. The grounds are reminiscent of a high-end resort, and the golden sands of the beach just through the gate.
The position is towards the quieter, southern end of the beach, capturing sensational views of the entire length and maximising the perfect northerly aspect. Truly unique and a feast for the senses, interiors are a visual symphony - yet while epitomising the utmost in extravagance and opulence, perfectly capture a harmonious relationship with the sea and wonderful family living.
Through the front door, a soaring atrium living room has the smoked glass walkways of the second floor suspended overhead, and feature stacked planter boxes illuminated with vivid blue lights. Steps lead down to the vast formal and informal living and dining and kitchen spaces, which all open out towards the sea. It’s the perfect place for intimate family relaxing. Lots of glass brings the outside in at every turn, and the colour scheme throughout is inspired by the sand, sky and sea.
There are five bedrooms across two levels, all with ensuites, and as well as the spiral glass stairwells, a commercial-grade, ultra-fast lift goes to all three floors. The master suite spans the entire width of the house and is indulgent and incredible. It has an office, lounge, two gas fireplaces, bathroom, dressing room, and opens out to covered decking.
The lowest level is a place to relax and rejuvenate, with a plunge pool, steam room and sauna. On the other side, the games room and home theatre is equipped with a full bar and dishwasher, as well as a large, temperature-controlled wine cellar. Access to the garaging is also found down here, and expertly uses space for car parking and storage. Entering from the road, cars are driven onto the Carousel turntable that angles them in for easy parking. A Mini Cooper is available for use during the stay (conditions apply). One of the very few homes with direct access, a concealed gate opens out from here to allow the Sealegs boat to be launched straight onto the beach. The Sealegs boat is available for use (skipper fee and costs apply).
Outside is a true summer paradise. Rock pools, water features and tropical gardens frame the spa, swimming pool and kid’s paddling pool, and gas flares light up along the back wall. The sunken tiled living area ensures the position is not exposed to the beachfront, and the bathroom and shower, bar, outdoor fireplace, barbeque, pizza oven and fish smoker are everything that’s needed for living and entertaining.