luxury villas with sea view for sale Auckland, New Zealand

Elevated and taking full advantage of the expansive views of the harbour bridge and harbour is this very pretty villa in the heart of St Marys Bay. With 250 sqm approx., what stands out are the flexible rooms and floor plan. With two living areas, main ensuite bedroom, and with four additional bedroom-sized rooms offering work from home office or additional TV room combinations. The open plan living and dining also flows to the north facing front veranda, and adjacent to the clean lined kitchen, step out to dine in the garden. On the living level there are three double bedrooms, or two plus office. On the upper level is a second large living area and balcony looking to the sweeping panorama of the Harbour Bridge and marina. The master suite with dressing room and double vanity en-suite is sunny and warm. There is also a large office or bedroom with walk-in wardrobe on this level. With double garage, and a walkable lifestyle to schools, Ponsonby and Jervois Road villages, plus Westhaven marina and Wynyard Quarter / city are an easy walk via Jacobs ladder. Ponsonby Primary School and Intermediate are very close. Take advantage of this prime location, and call me for viewing times.

Architecture transcends heritage, pushing through traditional boundaries to follow the sun in this extremely private substantial home. The home was originally designed by renowned Arts & Crafts architect Gerald Jones and more recently updated by the award-winning contemporary architect Noel Lane. In transforming the historic home, Lane rigorously considered every detail to enhance his family's enjoyment of the property. The result? Classic pre-1920s character blends with magical new architectural elements in a family sanctuary that celebrates serene Zen-inspired gardens. Throughout, sumptuous materials - like dark kauri floors and extravagantly crafted, elegant timber cabinetry - add warmth and richness, while carefully positioned windows and skylights capture light in all the right places. Thanks to Lane, the original heritage design now has a sunny north-facing focus. Ample sitting areas surround a walnut and travertine kitchen overlooking a dining area, flooded with light. A conservatory opens through hu ge glass doors to a sculptural canopy by the pool. In contrast, the generous original wood panelled formal lounge is a moody introspective showpiece of tradition. Practicalities on this level include an impressive guest bathroom. An enormous laundry doubles as a butler's pantry for entertaining. Two staircases allow an easy flow around the home. One leads to a voluminous lower level entertainment area that opens to a sculpture bay and vast outdoor terrace in front of a large lawn - the perfect party venue. There's a huge self-contained parents apartment above triple car garaging and art/wine storage. Four more sizeable bedrooms are on the upper level with three more bathrooms. With their travertine and timber details, they share a consistency of design and craftmanship. The master suite includes a spacious office or nursery and a dressing room. A timeless architectural treasure in Remuera's most prestigious address. Let its masterful story surprise and delight you on a daily basis.