Property listing ID: 606532
This tropical city haven is the perfect retreat. Relax poolside with friends and family or enjoy summer garden parties in the fabulous grounds. Originally built on the ridgeline by William Motion in 1878, this gracious lady encompasses an enormous 2147m2 of park-like, lushly planted, north-facing grounds. This landmark is rich with history, yet has been meticulously maintained and tastefully updated with supreme design. The main four bedroom homestead enjoys simply breathtaking panoramic city views, with French doors opening to the stunning wraparound verandah. The more recently built five-bedroom hotel standard guest house is perfect for hosting corporate guests and on the lower level there is a full size private bar complete with covered outdoor barbecue entertainment zone alongside the pool, spa and gazebo. Secure, private and so close to the green oasis of Fowlds Park and Western Springs, the vibrant Kingsland cafes and boutiques, nearby Eden Park and with easy motorway access to the CBD. Whether for families who enjoy entertaining and hosting, or the ultimate in boutique luxury accommodation, this is one of those genuinely rare opportunities to acquire premium Auckland real estate.
Listed by Barfoot & Thompson , Carl Madsen (Ponsonby)