luxury house with sea view for sale Whangaparāoa, New Zealand

Welcome to 38 Rue D'Amarres, a breathtaking waterfront masterpiece with an extraordinary 45-metre marina frontage and two exclusive 16-metre berths, this property is a rare gem for discerning buyers locally, nationally, and internationally. Set within the prestigious gated enclave of Rue D'Amarres, also known as Cap D'Amarres, this home is one of just 16 luxurious residences. This secure and serene community offers unparalleled privacy and a lifestyle of sophistication, perfect for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Crafted by a builder for their own family, this residence is a testament to superior craftsmanship and attention to detail. From the striking Kwila decking to the durable and elegant Accoya weatherboard and facades, every aspect of this home reflects quality and precision. Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed sanctuary. The interior boasts four spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite for ultimate comfort. A versatile office, or fifth bedroom, adds flexibility, while the private movie theatre provides a cosy space for family nights or entertaining guests. The home also includes three-car garaging, covered decking with built-in gas heating, ideal for year-round outdoor enjoyment. Modern heating solutions, including gas underfloor heating on the lower level and ducted air conditioning on the second floor and a sauna, adding a touch of luxury and relaxation to your everyday life. The expansive marina frontage and exclusive berths make this property a boater's dream, while the home's refined interiors provide the perfect setting for both relaxation and entertaining. A statement of luxury, craftsmanship, and a waterfront lifestyle like no other could be yours. Contact me today to arrange a viewing.

The owners are ready to move forward and genuine offers are invited. High above Waiwera, with extraordinary views across the Hauraki Gulf and your own track through native bush to the sandy beach below, this is coastal lifestyle living on a scale that is increasingly difficult to find. Here, you don't have to choose between country and coast. There are expansive paddocks for animals, room for boats and all the toys, established grounds to explore and the beach waiting below. Wake to the Gulf, walk the dog through your own land, head down for a morning swim, spend the afternoon on the water and come home for drinks on the deck. This is a property made for weekends that don't require leaving home. The substantial five-bedroom residence is built in cedar weatherboard and Wanaka schist, with generous living spaces opening to expansive decks and those remarkable views. Warm, relaxed and designed to accommodate family and friends, there is plenty of room to make the property your own. Despite the sense of escape, Orewa's restaurants, cafés, shopping and beaches are only minutes away, with Auckland easily accessible via the Northern Motorway and Te Arai's world-class golf and coastline approximately an hour north. Held by the same family for many years, the time has come for someone new to make it theirs. Permanent home, coastal retreat, animals in the paddocks or simply somewhere with enough space to breathe – the possibilities here are considerable. Now For Sale by Negotiation. All genuine offers will be presented. Come and experience the property for yourself. Private viewings are available by appointment.

I've sold a lot of homes over the years, and very few have surprised me like this one...Approximately 50 metres from the steps to secluded Ladder Bay, this remarkable coastal retreat offers a lifestyle that few Auckland homes can match. Behind secure electronic gates in one of Torbay's most coveted cliff-top addresses lies a home unlike any other - a private coastal retreat where panoramic Ocean views, resort-style facilities and nautical character combine to create an extraordinary lifestyle, tied with morning swims, paddleboarding and beach walks which will become part of everyday life. Occupying 1,113 sq m (more or less), this substantial cedar and concrete home is perfectly positioned back from the professionally engineered and secured cliff edge, capturing breathtaking sea views while offering exceptional privacy and peace of mind. A secure gated driveway, double garage and security cameras make it equally suited as a permanent residence, executive lock-up-and-leave or luxury holiday home. Created for entertaining, relaxing and making memories, the outdoor amenities are unlike anything else on the North Shore. Enjoy the floodlit multi-sport court with premium floating pickleball surfacing, perfect your short game on the putting green, unwind in the spa and sauna, or gather with family and friends around the outdoor bar and impressive stone fireplace as the sun sets over the Gulf...Magical! Inside, generous living spaces are complemented by a versatile floorplan designed to evolve with every stage of life. Four generous bedrooms, three with their own ensuite, provide exceptional comfort for family and guests. The unforgettable Crow's Nest Office crowns the home, featuring inspiring views across the Gulf The versatile lower-level retreat, accessed via a picturesque native bush walkway, echoes the home's nautical craftsmanship with bespoke rope detailing, offering exceptional flexibility as a games lounge, guest accommodation, studio or additional living space. Within easy walking distance of Torbay Village with its popular cafes, a local butcher and medical centre, add this to white sand beaches, coastal walkways and Long Bay Regional Park, this exceptional property offers one of Auckland's most enviable coastal lifestyles. A truly one-of-a-kind coastal retreat where every arrival feels like the beginning of a holiday. Auction to be held On Site (unless sold prior)

Some homes impress the moment you walk through the door. This one makes you want to stay. Perched high above the coastline, you'll spend every day looking out across Waiwera, Orewa and the Hauraki Gulf, with Auckland's skyline sparkling in the distance. Morning coffee, sunset drinks, evenings watching the city lights come alive... it's a view you'll never get tired of. Built by Gold Award-winning Sentinel Homes just three years ago, this home has been designed so life feels easy. Everything is on one level, the living spaces are filled with natural light, and almost every room draws your eye straight back to the view. Love to entertain? You're going to love the kitchen. Gaggenau appliances, integrated refrigeration, a hidden butler's pantry and plenty of space to gather around. Whether it's a family barbecue, Christmas lunch or wine with friends, this is the kind of home people naturally gravitate towards. When summer arrives, throw open the doors and head outside. The pool, beautifully landscaped gardens and flat lawns create your own private oasis. There's room for the kids to run, friends to gather, or for you to simply sit back, relax and soak it all in. At the end of the day, the primary suite feels like your own boutique hotel. Wake up to sea views, enjoy a beautifully appointed ensuite and a generous walk-in wardrobe, then start the day with the coastline right outside your window. Need space for extended family, teenagers, guests or an extra income stream? The fully self-contained two-bedroom apartment gives you options. Completely independent with its own living area and quality Bosch kitchen, it's as versatile as it is valuable. From the cedar exterior and German-designed kitchens to ducted air conditioning and quality finishes throughout, every detail has been thoughtfully considered. It's the kind of home that's easy to live in and even easier to love. Best of all, you're only minutes from Orewa Beach, Waiwera and the motorway, so while it feels like a world away, everything you need is close by. If you've been searching for a home that offers luxury without compromising on lifestyle, this might just be the one.

With one house too many, our vendors are motivated to sell, creating an opportunity to secure a private coastal retreat with spectacular views. North-facing and bathed in sunshine, 83 Jervis Road overlooks the Waiwera Estuary and Hauraki Gulf, with panoramic views reaching Kawau Island, Little Barrier Island and the Coromandel Peninsula. Native birds, rural vistas and the changing colours of the coast create a peaceful backdrop to everyday life. Set on approximately 3.1 hectares of private grounds, this substantial architecturally designed concrete block and steel home offers generous proportions and floor-to-ceiling commercial-grade glazing that draws the landscape indoors. Expansive open-plan living flows to a spacious kitchen and outdoor entertaining areas, creating an inviting setting for relaxed weekends, family celebrations and gatherings with friends. The bedrooms offer the luxury of space, privacy and a connection to the outdoors. The generous primary suite features an ensuite, private balcony and captivating outlook. Two spacious downstairs bedrooms each open directly outside, providing excellent separation for family and guests. Additional versatile spaces suit a home office, creative studio or hobbies. Whether you seek a permanent residence, retirement retreat or weekend escape, the possibilities are compelling. Previously enjoyed as our vendors’ private getaway, Airbnb and events venue, the property also offers scope to explore accommodation or event use, subject to necessary approvals. The extensive grounds offer scope to make it your own, whether adding a pool, a multi-car garage or landscaped entertaining areas. Waiwera Beach is just minutes away, with Orewa’s cafés, shops and beachfront approximately 10 minutes by car and Auckland within easy reach. Our vendors are ready for their next chapter. Experience the views and privacy for yourself, explore the possibilities and present your offer.

There is a version of Mairangi Bay living that many people search for and few ever find, mornings that start close to the sand, a village at the end of the street, and a home that feels genuinely yours the moment you walk in. This four bedroom family home has been comprehensively renovated, not simply updated, thoughtfully reimagined while retaining the strength and integrity of its original bones. Positioned in one of Mairangi Bay's most sought after pockets, it offers real quality without pretence, and warmth without effort. Two living areas and a separate dining room mean there is room for however your family actually lives, school mornings, long lunches, dinner parties that spill out onto the deck. The master suite, with its walk in wardrobe and bespoke ensuite, is a genuine retreat, the kind of space where the outside world simply falls away. Beyond the front door, this is a life defined by proximity, moments from the Mairangi Bay village and the beach, and in zone for Murrays Bay Intermediate, Rangitoto College and both Westlake Boys and Westlake Girls High Schools. Elevated and private, with glimpses of sea that quietly remind you where you are. Freehold title, double garaging and two additional off street parks complete a home that asks nothing of you except to live well in it. Found. Refined. Finished. 7 Kowhai Road has arrived at its finest expression. Who lives in a home like this? You do. View the digital booklet here: https://tr.ee/Digital_Booklet_7KowhaiRoad Contact Jackie Parker or Kristina Marmont from PARKER , MARMONT New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty for more information. All conjunctionals welcome.

Set high above the coastline, Hampton on View is a masterclass in contemporary coastal luxury, an estate where architectural refinement and natural drama exist in perfect harmony. Commanding a spectacular clifftop position, this private sanctuary captures uninterrupted vistas across the Hauraki Gulf, offering a living experience defined by serenity, scale, and sophistication. Inspired by the enduring elegance of Hamptons design, the residence blends classic coastal aesthetics with modern precision. A soft, curated palette and impeccable material selection create interiors that are both elevated and inviting, delivering a sense of effortless luxury throughout. Spanning approximately 700 sq m, the home has been thoughtfully designed to accommodate both grand entertaining, intimate family living and a total land size of 3423m2 (more or less). Multiple living zones unfold with ease, anchored by two gas fireplaces and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Five beautifully appointed bedrooms provide private retreats, while a dedicated office offers a tranquil workspace framed by sweeping ocean views. At the heart of the home, a designer kitchen complete with a fully equipped butler’s pantry caters to both everyday living and refined hosting. European oak flooring underfoot adds warmth and timeless appeal, while every finish reflects an uncompromising commitment to quality. Outdoors, the estate reveals its true sense of occasion. A striking suspended lawn appears to hover above the cliff’s edge, creating a breathtaking visual statement. Resort-style amenities include a sun-drenched pool terrace, spa, fire pit, and multiple alfresco entertaining spaces, each designed to embrace the ever-changing coastal panorama. A sheltered loggia provides a serene setting to relax year-round. The home’s elevated position, combined with established landscaping and considered design, ensures exceptional privacy. A triple-car garage with mezzanine storage, additional off-street parking, and lift access further enhance everyday convenience. Years in the making, Hampton on View reflects an extraordinary dedication to craftsmanship and detail. Its award-winning master suite, recognised with a 2023 Silver Award for Bathroom Design Excellence, offers a truly indulgent experience, complete with captivating views towards Rangitoto Island. A Rare Offering Hampton on View is not simply a residence; it is a statement of lifestyle. An address of distinction for those who seek the exceptional, where every element has been designed to inspire, and every moment is elevated by the beauty of its surroundings. This is coastal living at its finest: timeless, refined and truly unforgettable offering unparalleled luxury unmatched in its scale. A rare opportunity to experience the rhythm of the ocean from an unrivalled home. This home has everything you didn't know you needed and only an inspection will inspire you. Contact Malcolm Low at New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty for more information.

Sitting proudly in the heart of Castor Bay Beach, this exceptional residence offers a rare opportunity to secure an exclusive slice of coastal living within one of Auckland’s most tightly held beachfront enclaves. Wide water views to Rangitoto Island and securely positioned with private road access, the home combines prestige, privacy, and convenience in one distinguished address. The property is thoughtfully designed to deliver both refined luxury and effortless functionality. Three spacious bedrooms including an extra large master bedroom with attached office and large walk-in wardrobe provide comfort, privacy, and flexibility, complemented by three superbly appointed bathrooms — including a standout designer ensuite that elevates everyday living. On the lower level, there is another living room that could easily be utilized as a 4th bedroom with easy external access At the centre of the home, a newly upgraded designer German-made Hacker kitchen features appliances of Gaggenau, Neff and a Zenith multi-function tap, seamlessly combining style and practical convenience. Elegant parquetry flooring flows throughout, adding warmth and timeless sophistication while creating seamless flow for relaxed family living and sophisticated entertaining alike. A dedicated study offers the perfect executive work-from-home environment or quiet homework retreat. Natural light pours in from the east, north, and west, ensuring all-day sun and a warm, uplifting ambience throughout the year. 2 gas fireplaces are ready for the winter months. A large living area with a gas fire offers ample space for the whole family and guests to relax and enjoy. Outdoors, the easy-care, secure grounds located close to a park you don't need to mow enhance the lock-and-leave appeal while maintaining a sense of privacy and containment rarely found so close to the shoreline. Oversized internal-access garaging offers practicality and scale, complete with a rear exit door. This valuable feature allows for drive-through convenience and added flexibility for storage, recreational gear, or additional access. Moments from Castor Bay’s boutique café and just minutes to Campbells Bay and Milford, the location balances tranquillity with convenience. Excellent motorway connections and zoning for highly regarded schools further enhance the home’s long-term desirability, appealing equally to families, professionals, and returning expats seeking a premier North Shore address. Sitting proudly and secure on a private road with easy beach access to the boat ramp at the end of the driveway, this rare and beautifully appointed coastal retreat offers sophisticated beachside living contained, curated, and simply exceptional, with every detail designed for luxury, lifestyle, and functionality. Contact Malcolm Low from New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty for more information.

Positioned in one of the North Shore’s most coveted waterfront settings, this palatial home delivers an exceptional lifestyle defined by space, privacy and uninterrupted coastal beauty. North facing and commanding breathtaking views across Rangitoto Island and the sparkling Hauraki Gulf, this expansive residence is a rare offering where everyday living feels like a permanent escape. Designed to accommodate both relaxed family living and effortless entertaining, the home features six generous bedrooms in the main residence, complemented by a fully self-contained two-bedroom flat – ideal for extended family, guests, or additional income. A thoughtful layout provides four beautifully appointed bathrooms, including two ensuites, along with two separate guest toilets to ensure absolute convenience. At the heart of the home, a stunning designer kitchen showcases a premium granite benchtop, combining style with functionality for those who love to cook and entertain. Multiple living areas flow seamlessly to the outdoors, where sun-soaked decks capture the ever-changing seascape. The estate offers resort-style amenities including a swimming pool, extra large putting green and private tennis court – perfect for creating lasting memories with family and friends. The landscaped gardens are both elegant and low maintenance, offering privacy without compromise. This is a home that effortlessly balances luxury, scale and lifestyle in a premier coastal location. Whether you are entertaining, unwinding, or simply taking in the panoramic ocean views - truly special place to call home.

Opportunities of this calibre along Takapuna’s coveted Golden Mile are exceptionally rare, tightly held for generations, fiercely sought after, and increasingly difficult to secure. Positioned on approximately 1,214sq m of premium freehold waterfront land, this remarkable coastal estate offers scale, pedigree, and extraordinary future potential in one of Auckland’s most prestigious addresses. The property sits proudly on a circa 150,000 year old basalt rock foundation providing an extraordinary stable and enduring platform and not subject to coastal inundation and erosion concerns of other waterfront locations. Held and cherished by the same family for more than 60 years, this much-loved residence is being offered to the market for the first time in decades presenting a once-in-a-generation opportunity to secure a significant landholding on the seaward side of Hurstmere Road. Whether you choose to enjoy the home as it stands, create an architectural masterpiece, landbank for the future, or explore redevelopment possibilities (subject to council approval), the options here are compelling. Zoned Mixed Housing Suburban, the site offers flexibility and long-term upside in a location where true waterfront opportunities are becoming increasingly scarce. The existing residence comprises five bedrooms, three bathrooms, separate living areas, three-car lock-up garaging, and extensive off-street parking comfortably accommodating family living while future plans are considered. The setting itself is nothing short of extraordinary. Elevated and jaw-dropping wide views stretch across the Hauraki Gulf. Dolphins regularly play offshore, and visiting orcas often pass by, providing a breathtaking natural spectacle enjoyed from the privacy of your own property. This is far more than a home; it is a legacy in one of Auckland’s most tightly held coastal enclaves. A rare combination of position, scale, history, and future vision, offering the next custodian the opportunity to create something truly landmark on Takapuna’s Golden Mile. The heartfelt decision has now been made to pass 261 Hurstmere Road to its next chapter. Contact Malcolm Low at New Zealand Sotheby's International for more information. Boundary lines are indicative only.

Some homes are beautiful. This one is unforgettable. There is a way of life that exists here unlike almost anywhere else in Auckland, and it begins the moment you arrive. Positioned at one of the highest vantage points on the seaward side of one of Auckland's most coveted streets, this residence commands the Hauraki Gulf in a panorama so unguarded, so endlessly blue, that you understand immediately why nothing else compares. Auckland's North Shore has always drawn those who understand that the finest life is lived close to the water, and this address is no exception, standing apart even among some of the most sought after streets in the country. Step inside and feel it immediately, soaring high ceilings, multiple living spaces that flow with effortless ease, and light that moves through every room as though it belongs there. This is a home where comfort is not an afterthought but an architecture, every detail considered, every space inviting you to stay longer than you planned. Each morning begins the same way, waking to uninterrupted views across the Hauraki Gulf towards Rangitoto, New Zealand's most iconic landmark. The master suite sits higher than any other home on this stretch of coastline, complete with dual ensuites and his and her wardrobes, a retreat within a retreat, entirely its own. Beyond the walls, manicured private grounds unfold across 876m² (more or less) of freehold land, enclosed behind secure gating that offers both complete discretion and total peace of mind. Arrive, close the gate, and the rest of the world can wait outside until you're ready for it again. For those considering New Zealand's Active Investor Plus Visa, one of the world's most compelling residency pathways, this home represents a rare convergence of lifestyle and legacy. Set between Devonport and Takapuna on Auckland's North Shore, everyday life here comes with real ease, Narrow Neck Beach within walking distance, and zoned schools from primary through to high school close enough to walk to as well. It remains among the most sought after addresses in the South Pacific, offering an extraordinary quality of life within one of the safest, most stable nations on earth. The ferry to Auckland's CBD takes minutes, and the memories made in a place like this last a lifetime. Homes of this calibre appear rarely. This one will not wait. This is not simply where you live, it is how you live. View the digital booklet: https://tr.ee/Digital_Booklet_48SeaclilffeAvenue Viewing by private appointment only. Contact Jackie Parker or Kristina Marmont from PARKER , MARMONT New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty for more information. Important: This property may be marketed as suitable for overseas purchasers. However, this does not constitute confirmation of eligibility, approval, or suitability for any individual buyer. All overseas purchasers remain subject to New Zealand’s overseas investment laws, including the Overseas Investment Act 2005, and may require consent from the Overseas Investment Office. You must obtain your own independent legal, financial, and technical advice and secure any necessary approvals before proceeding with a purchase.

There are addresses that carry weight. 52 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead is one of them. Standing since the 1880s on one of Auckland's most tightly held harbour addresses, this grand colonial villa is a property of genuine rarity, the kind that surfaces once in a generation and is remembered long after it sells. On the North Shore luxury property market, nothing quite compares. She has watched the harbour shift through a hundred seasons, held within her walls the kind of life that leaves something behind, something in the timber, in the air, that you feel before you can name it. To step through her gate is to feel something shift. Inside, time moves differently. There is a stillness here that is not emptiness. It is depth. A grand room of true ballroom scale anchors the home, surrounded by living spaces that breathe and flow with an ease that was never accidental. The master suite is preceded by its own private lounge with fireplace, as though even the approach to rest deserves ceremony. Four bedrooms, water views, a new pool and pool house with guest quarters comprising an additional bedroom and bathroom, and 1,510 sq m (more or less) of land that wraps around her like a kept secret. What she offers cannot be replicated. Authentic beauty. Genuine scale. The bones of something truly extraordinary, and for those with vision, full plans are available that honour everything she already is, while imagining everything she could still become. Homes like this surface once. For the right person, at the right moment, they change everything. Who lives in a house like this… you do. View the digital booklet here: https://tr.ee/52HinemoaStreet_DigitalBooklet Contact Jackie or Kristina from PARKER , MARMONT New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty for more information. This property may be suitable for purchasers considering New Zealand's Active Investor Plus visa programme. Interested parties should obtain independent legal and immigration advice regarding their individual eligibility and any Overseas Investment Act requirements.

Positioned within one of St Heliers’ most desirable coastal addresses in Auckland’s prestigious Eastern Bays, 20 Springcombe Road presents a rare opportunity to secure a substantial luxury coastal residence where architecture, lifestyle, and enduring quality come together with exceptional clarity. There are very few homes where everything feels so naturally resolved, where the morning light moves effortlessly through the living spaces, the coastal outlook becomes part of your daily rhythm, and coming home feels less like an arrival and more like an exhale. Completed in 2021 following an extensive rebuild, the home was meticulously redesigned and reconstructed to create a beautifully resolved coastal estate of exceptional calibre. Privately positioned behind a timeless weatherboard façade, the residence unfolds across approximately 750 sq m of refined living, where expansive glazing, generous proportions and a prized north-facing orientation invite natural light deep into the interior while framing elevated coastal and sea views toward Rangitoto Island. Thoughtfully conceived for both everyday living and sophisticated entertaining, the residence balances architectural sophistication with warmth, comfort, and effortless liveability. Beautifully connected indoor and outdoor spaces create an environment equally suited to quiet retreat, extended family living, long lunches with friends, and elegant entertaining on a grand scale. At the centre of the home, an award-winning designer kitchen anchors the primary living domain, complemented by additional culinary and hosting spaces, including a well-appointed butler’s pantry and dedicated entertaining areas that allow the home to transition seamlessly from intimate gatherings to larger occasions with ease. Accommodation comprises five bedrooms and six bathrooms, including a privately positioned primary suite where elevated sea views, generous dressing, a refined ensuite, and covered outdoor living create a retreat-like environment of privacy and calm. A heated swimming pool, spa, gym and fitness studio, media room and beautifully appointed pool house complete a private leisure environment designed for relaxation, connection and everyday enjoyment. Extensive engineering consideration, integrated smart home technology, and enduring construction quality underpin the residence throughout, delivering comfort, capability, and confidence in equal measure, both now and for years to come. Occupying approximately 1,002 sq m of land (more or less), moments from St Heliers Beach, village cafés, coastal walkways, and approximately 10 kilometres from Auckland CBD, the property offers an exceptional balance of coastal lifestyle and urban accessibility. A compelling opportunity to secure one of Auckland’s most complete luxury coastal residences, where architectural integrity, liveability, and long-term quality are brought together in a home designed to be lived in fully and enjoyed for generations to come. Contact Details Kelly Brown +64 21 471 661 , [email protected] Jackie Parker +64 21 505 520 , [email protected] Deadline Sale closing Thursday 25th June 2026 at 4:00 p.m. (unless sold prior) Important: This property may be marketed as suitable for overseas purchasers. However, this does not constitute confirmation of eligibility, approval, or suitability for any individual buyer. All overseas purchasers remain subject to New Zealand’s overseas investment laws, including the Overseas Investment Act 2005, and may require consent from the Overseas Investment Office. You must obtain your own independent legal, financial, and technical advice and secure any necessary approvals before proceeding with a purchase.

Commanding one of Auckland's highest and most tightly held coastal ridgeline positions, The Concrete Penguin House is a landmark estate offering panoramic views across the Hauraki Gulf, Rangitoto Island and the Auckland skyline. Occupying an irreplaceable setting in prestigious St Heliers, this is a residence where scale, permanence and outlook combine in extraordinary fashion. Set on approximately 1,687 sq m (more or less) of freehold land, the estate centres around an impressive 707sq m (more or less) residence, making it one of the most substantial private homes in the Eastern Bays. Originally built in 2002 the property has long been recognised as one of the area's landmark homes. In 2018, the residence underwent a comprehensive luxury transformation in which almost the entire interior was rebuilt and reimagined. Extensive infrastructure upgrades, a complete rewire, premium imported European materials, bespoke joinery and designer finishes elevated the home to an exceptional contemporary standard. Highlights include Rimadesio sliding door systems, hydronic underfloor heating throughout and a fully appointed Gaggenau kitchen. Constructed predominantly of reinforced concrete, the home offers a level of durability, security and peace of mind rarely found today. Spanning approximately 707 sqm, it features six bedrooms, four bathrooms and expansive living spaces designed for both everyday family life and large-scale entertaining. From sunrise over Rangitoto Island to the evening lights of Auckland City, the outlook is simply extraordinary. Elevated above the surrounding landscape, the residence enjoys exceptional privacy and the reassurance of views that can never be built out. Five balconies and entertaining terraces, a resort-style swimming pool, professionally landscaped grounds by Suzanne Turley, a temperature-controlled wine cellar, media room, smart-home automation and secure garaging for six vehicles complete this remarkable offering. Moments from St Heliers Village, waterfront cafés, beaches and leading schools, The Concrete Penguin House represents a rare combination of substantial landholding, reinforced concrete construction, near-new luxury interiors and one of Auckland's most spectacular coastal positions. More than a luxury home, it is a landmark family estate and a legacy asset for generations to come.

Prime Estate strewn over 2.65 hectares (more or less) of gentle slopes descending to approximately 230 mighty metres of King’s Chain waterfront and beach. The position is adroitly poised above the bay, along the western flank of the ridge, tucked in with year-round sun and the immersive hum of tide, birdlife and calm. Brace for the full drama of bobbing boats, immediate headlands and orca dancing in the bay. You might even spy blue penguins nesting among the rocks from your lighthouse balcony. Arrive before disembarking with easy amphibious boat access, or enjoy a three-minute stroll from Matiatia Wharf via the coastal track. Cocktail hour is enticed by the grand piano and bar - this capacious home boasts a lower-level suite and guest apartment, each with decking nooks overlooking immaculate terraced grounds, a plunge pool and a new cabana. Your illustrious terrains adjacent include an orchard, an olive grove and an additional building zone – all with accessibility to the beach. This is a land-and-house legacy opportunity which radiates potential as far as your family can fathom. Our sellers are not even slightly confused — their Matiatia marvel is beyond-rare but could not be more available. Contact Francine Sweet and Chris Jones New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty for more information.

Where Native Bush Meets the Sea Set on an impressive 4,010 sq m (more or less) of pristine native bush, this exceptional Pauanui property delivers the ultimate in privacy, tranquility, and coastal living. Beautifully obscured from view and perfectly positioned, it offers a rare combination of seclusion, abundant sunshine, and stunning outlooks - all just moments from the beach. At the heart of the home, the open-plan living and dining area with high ceilings creates a wonderful sense of space and light, connecting seamlessly with the outdoors through full-width bi-fold doors that open onto an expansive, sun-soaked deck. From this elevated vantage point, captivating views extend across the vibrant bush canopy to Pauanui beach - an ever-changing panorama that is both peaceful and inspiring. The surrounding native bush is alive with birdsong, providing a daily connection to nature and enhancing the sense of escape. Native birdlife such as Tūī and Kiwi are amongst the bush. The home comprises three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a powder room and a double garage. Surrounded by nature and designed for easy, relaxed living, it promises comfort, privacy, and a sense of exclusivity that is increasingly difficult to obtain. Adding to its appeal, the property is within easy walking distance of the Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort and Restaurant, as well as the golden sands of Pauanui Beach (around 10 minutes’ walk), offering the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. Despite its tranquil setting, the property is also ideally positioned within approximately a two-hour drive of Auckland, Tauranga, and the wider Waikato region, making it an accessible retreat for weekend escapes or permanent living. Properties of this scale and setting are seldom available, presenting a prime opportunity to secure a private bush-clad haven with ocean outlooks in one of Pauanui’s most desirable locations.