Grand Masterpiece of Design -
With arguably the widest, most spectacular view in Auckland, this commanding home on the St Heliers cliff is not just an exhilarating masterpiece of contemporary design. It's a true sanctuary of luxurious comfort and grand proportions - as secluded and tranquil as any country residence. Matt Chaplin of Sumich Chaplin Architects and Andi Wheeler, interior designer have excelled in creating superb, light-filled spaces lavished with exquisite natural materials in warm earthy tones. The exterior is clad in cleft-cut travertine and travertine features extensively inside - on stunning feature walls, on floors and as finishing detail - while rich dark French oak floors, doors and balustrades add contrast along with luscious Sallee wool carpets.
From the beautifully groomed garden, a handsome bronze entry door opens to a variety of easy living spaces, both indoors and out - great for intimate parties or large occasions. An open-plan family living area looks north-west over the sparkling Waitemata Harbour with a view sweeping from St Heliers, along the bays to the city, Devonport and Bayswater. You'll never be bored as there is always something to look at - the sunsets, boats, kayaks, Round The Bays joggers...Though capacious, the kitchen offers additional working space in a sizeable butler's pantry with extra ovens. An enclosed entertaining courtyard warmed by an outdoor fire can be enjoyed all year long beneath electronically controlled louvres.
Downstairs, the indoor pool lit by LED lights opens to a sundrenched private lawn and adjoins a media room, gym with Swedish sauna and a bathroom incorporating a steam shower. As well as 4 bedrooms (including a magnificent master suite with 2 walk in robes) there's a self-contained 1 bedroom apartment that enjoys it's own living area & kitchen. This makes 5 bedrooms & 5 bathrooms. The storage throughout is vast. There's a temperature controlled wine cellar and an enormous garage, big enough for 6 plus cars...and a lift to transport you to the upper levels.
This is an exceptional family home of international standards, where absolutely nothing has been overlooked - as beautiful as it is practical. Own one of New Zealand's finest.
