luxury real estate for sale Auckland CBD, New Zealand

This charming Mediterranean style villa is located in the popular residential area of Mas Mestre in Olivella, and is a unique opportunity for families looking for a home to live in all year round or for those looking for a vacation getaway/weekend home. The property has a large flat garden with private pool and mountain views. Upon entering the home, you will find an open floor plan that includes the living room, dining room and kitchen. The living room features a fireplace and has access to two terraces and the garden, which has two covered seating areas. On this floor you will also find the master bedroom with en suite bathroom and access to the garden, a second double bedroom with access to the garden, a third double bedroom and a family bathroom. On the next level, you will find a large multifunctional open plan space currently in use as a loft with double bed. There is also a large terrace from where you can enjoy the views of the residential area. The basement is divided into two floors, on the first floor you will find a double bedroom, a bathroom and a living room. On the second, you will find the garage, storage area and a gym/office space. The garden with swimming pool is an ideal space to enjoy outdoor living and is perfect for children to play. The property has a HUTB license, which makes it an excellent option for those who wish to use it as a tourist rental home. This villa is an excellent choice for families looking for a spacious and comfortable home with multiple bedrooms. Contact us to schedule a visit and learn more about this beautiful property.

Villa Pierina was born as the highest expression of someone who has made it in life. At the beginning of the 20th century, Francesco Avanzini, a successful emigrant from Curio to Argentina, decided to commission the construction of Villa Pierina. The villa had to tangibly represent 'the spirit of successful return' to the homeland of for one who had achieved wealth and status in distant foreign lands. At that time, architect Giuseppe Bordonzotti, highly respected in Ticino for his Art Nouveau style of eclecticism, was contacted to take charge of the project. What followed was an intense exchange of correspondence of projects, variants, observations between Ticino and then thriving Argentine Capital of Buenos Aires. At that stage, the client's desire for the building to reflect 'American Long Island Grandeur' often clashed with architect Bordonzotti's desire for local architectural elements to prevail. Finally in 1909, construction work on Villa Pierina began. Completed in 1910, the villa is named after Francesco Avanzini's daughter. Purchased later by a wealthy German family, the building was entirely and tastefully renovated with noble materials, restoring its due 'grandeur'. A prestigious Art Nouveau, turn of the century, country estate which is listed as a cultural asset, Villa Pierina dominates the village of Curio with its regal elegance. Entirely renovated in 2012 using the noblest and most luxurious materials, the villa, with its four floors characterized by large, bright rooms, stands out as a residence of great distinction. High ceilings, large chandeliers, herringbone walnut parquet flooring, inlaid fireplaces, a discrete internal lift, and perfectly restored original frescos are just some of the prestigious elements of Villa Pierina. Its sunny south-eastern exposure and ample large terraces, offers an enchanting view of nature, the village and Lake Lugano. The park houses a large, heated swimming pool with sunbathing area and the villa is accessed via a majestic curved raised tree lined driveway which adds further significance to this magnificent historic estate. Today, Villa Pierina, one of Ticino's standout famous buildings, is waiting for a new owner to continue its prestigious history.