luxury houses with panoramic view for sale New Zealand (page 2)

Discover the elegance and timeless style, a masterpiece designed by Louis Hay in 1929. This unique two-level residence is nestled in an enclave of high-value properties and set on 2445 sq m of beautifully established grounds. The home offers stunning panoramic views over the Pacific Ocean, blending elegant formal and casual living areas both inside and out. Step into grandeur as you enter, with generous proportions and a hint of Art Deco combined with Arts and Craft styles. Polished timber floors, lead-light windows, ornate ceilings, a billiard room, cellar, and a distinctive quarter brick inglenook fire surround are just a few of the exquisite features awaiting you. The grand staircase leads to four spacious double bedrooms on the upper level, each with unique views, perfect for growing families. This level also includes a newly refurbished family bathroom and an additional shower that awaits your personal touch. The property boasts mature grounds with expansive lawns to the east and a viewing deck that looks out to sea. A standalone garage and shed add to the convenience. Properties of this calibre are rarely available. Located a short walk from Napier CBD, Ahuriri's waterfront, and within excellent school zones, Edmundson House is an exceptional opportunity not to be missed. The panoramic views and rich history make it an iconic Napier Hill property ready to be made your own. Located mere minutes from Napier CBD and Ahuriri's waterfront, proximity to top-rated schools, making it an ideal choice for families. Properties of this calibre are rare, making this opportunity truly exceptional. Embrace the allure of Edmundson House - schedule your viewing today and experience luxury living with panoramic views in one of Napier's most sought-after locations.

Commanding sweeping views across the Mangawhai Estuary, dunes and out to sea, 43 Olsen Avenue is a substantial coastal retreat designed for holidays, entertaining and effortless time by the water. Set across three levels, this cedar-clad home makes the most of its elevated position, with ever-changing views captured from every floor. The light-filled, open-plan living area flows onto expansive decking, creating an exceptional setting for long summer lunches, sunset drinks and relaxed gatherings with family and friends. The outdoor entertaining continues with a dedicated barbecue area complete with a pizza oven, perfect for making the most of Mangawhai’s enviable coastal climate. Offering three bedrooms and three bathrooms, the home comfortably accommodates family and guests. Upstairs, the master suite provides a private retreat with its own ensuite, balcony and elevated water views. The versatile lower level includes a generous games room, rumpus or media space and additional sleeping zones, providing plenty of room for extended stays and busy holiday weekends. Multiple heat pumps and a wood burner ensure year-round comfort, while upgraded decking and retaining add to the home’s practicality and presentation. With the estuary and Mangawhai Heads surf beach within walking distance, days here can begin on the water and end watching the changing colours across the coastline. Cafés, walking tracks, local amenities and some of New Zealand’s finest golf courses are also within easy reach. Equally appealing as a permanent coastal home, family escape or holiday rental opportunity, 43 Olsen Avenue offers space, flexibility and a front-row position from which to enjoy the Mangawhai lifestyle. For those seeking an additional property or broader investment opportunity, neighbouring 9 Mangawhai Heads Road, set on approximately 1,501 sq m and currently operating as a holiday rental, is also available to purchase. Contact Sarah O'Neil at New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty for more information.

Elevated along Scenic Drive and immersed within the ancient landscape of the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Park, Waitakere Resort & Spa is a landmark estate of rare scale, privacy and presence. Held within the same family for over 85 years, this remarkable property represents a generational opportunity - one that speaks to legacy, stewardship and an enduring connection to place. Often likened to the Hollywood Hills for its elevation and seclusion, the estate offers a profound sense of privacy while keeping Auckland’s CBD within effortless reach. Spanning 29 hectares of native bush, it commands sweeping, cinematic panoramic views of the ranges, harbour and city skyline. The estate comprises 24 well-appointed suites and one exclusive villa, and one two-bedroom apartment, each with private balconies and commanding outlooks. In addition, the vendors have already completed the process of securing resource consent for an additional 12 rooms, providing immediate scope to expand the accommodation footprint. Surrounded by native forest and moments from iconic west coast beaches, waterfalls and walking tracks, the setting is inherently restorative - a place where scale, silence and nature converge to create genuine wellbeing and inspiration. Guests are immersed in nature, with bush walks, tranquil communal spaces and moments of quiet reflection providing a restorative escape. Wellness is at the heart of the experience. The spa offering bespoke treatments, with The Resort's Park Restaurant showcasing New Zealand cuisine against breathtaking bush and views. An established helipad also ensures discreet access and reinforces the property’s exclusivity. With expansive infrastructure and exceptional flexibility, the estate can continue as a premium resort, be transformed into a world-class wellness destination, or reimagined as a private sanctuary of extraordinary proportions. As a potential pathway within New Zealand’s investment and residency frameworks, including options aligned with the Golden Visa, Waitakere Resort & Spa represents not only a significant real estate acquisition, but also an entry into a coveted lifestyle and long-term future. A truly rare offering - irreplaceable by nature, scale and legacy - for those seeking to create something meaningful, enduring and compelling to a global audience.

Own a commanding portion of Orapiu Bay. Keep it intact for generations, or explore the potential to create more than one coastal legacy. Encompassing approximately 5.27 ha of freehold land, home and cottage, and 138 metres of riparian waterfront, this holding offers something increasingly difficult to find on Waiheke, genuine lawn-to-foreshore access, privacy, scale and the possibility of subdivision, subject to necessary approvals. Immaculately maintained over 31 years of family custodianship, the property unfolds through park-like grounds to an upper renovated single level home. An enchanting cottage greets you on its wide waterfront lawn, along with four boatsheds and a deep-water mooring. An exclusive, meandering driveway connects it all. Time softens its relentless march in this quiet bay - glassy waters, swimming, fishing, boating, summer gatherings and winter retreats. The islands of Ponui and Rotoroa seemingly hover in the backdrop, suspended between sea and sky. Build a coastal residence, retain the estate as an intergenerational sanctuary, or investigate its subdivision potential. Few coastal properties offer this combination of waterfront intimacy, dignified established grounds, substantial landholding and future flexibility. After three decades of one tenure, a new era beckons. Boundary lines indicative only. Contact Francine Sweet and Chris Jones New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty for more information.