The owners of this spectacular three-level Mt Maunganui beachside mansion with its dramatic, sweeping sea views had a clear message for Brendon Gordon Architects, in Tauranga, when it came to their initial design brief.
“Above all, we wanted it to be ‘beachfront appropriate’,” they say. “And it needed to be as timeless as possible, so in 20 years from now it will still look contemporary.”
The house at 235A Oceanbeach Road is being sold by tender, closing August 13, by Kay Ganley of Bayleys.
That message clearly resonated with the architect, because the resulting home is a stunning masterpiece of modern design, offering 390sq m of easy-going, coastal-chic living space, expertly constructed by Gudsell Builders.
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Kay Ganley says that it is completely impossible to find fault with this high-quality property, where attention has been lavished on every single detail. “We’re getting lots of international interest, and I’m really not surprised.”
Terraces and decks spill over three levels for changing views of the dunes and sea. Photo / Supplied
Designed for family life and regular entertaining, the designer kitchen, with its butler’s pantry and top-end appliances is on the second level of the home, along with ample dining and living space. Prospective buyers can get a good feel for this part of the property via a virtual open home tour.
An enormous three-sided courtyard is perfect for al fresco dining and there’s a built-in gas barbecue, plus outdoor heating and lighting.
The designer kitchen has a butler’s pantry and top-end appliances for entertaining the crowds. Photo / Supplied
The principal suite is on the top floor and it’s the ultimate in luxury. The en suite bathroom is large — with a free-standing bath — while the dressing room is a fashionista’s dream space, and the bedroom itself has its own balcony and fabulous views.
While it enjoys its special vistas, the home is also very private — hidden well back from the street, and only really visible from certain points on the surrounding sand dunes.
“It’s also unusual in the fact that it has its own driveway, beyond electric gates,” say the owners.
The house wraps around a sheltered courtyard for outdoor dining. Photo / Supplied
They add that this is a very friendly area, although many of their closest neighbours don’t live permanently at the Mount. “When they’re here, it’s always really nice to have a beer and a catch-up.”
Added to the mix is a downstairs flat or rumpus, with four bunk beds and a tilt-down double bed.
“When our children were teenagers this was one of the most popular places in holiday times — especially at New Year,” say the owners, who have loved their experience here so much, they’re preparing to do it all over again on another spectacular piece of land.
Upper floor views are even more spectacular. Photo / Supplied
“This is a really great spot; you’re close to Bayfair Shopping Centre, the golf course and to surf clubs — plus there’s a very good fish and chip shop in the neighbourhood.”
Ganley says that the lawn remains vivid green all year around, thanks to the property’s private bore, and points to the winter-cosy wood fire and central heating — although the house is so energy-efficient, they’re rarely needed.
An added feature is the larger-than-usual lift, which connects all three levels. The owners have a disabled family member whose needs have been taken carefully into account.
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