Celebrated architect Ken Crosson’s work is always guaranteed to generate a great deal of interest so it’s no surprise that an exceptionally appealing development at Boathouse Bay, at the north end of popular Snells Beach, with 33 terrace homes imagined by the design maestro, has almost sold out.
Just five unique and exciting dwellings on this private laneway are still available.
One is completed, and the remainder are expected to be finished in the next 12-14 months. All have three bedrooms, two bathrooms, two garages, modern kitchens, timber flooring, carpet, and lots of light-filled living space, enjoying spectacular views to Kawau Island and beyond.
Megan Keating, sales management and business administrator at Avant Group, says that an overwhelmingly positive reaction to the attractions of Boathouse Bay underlines the fact that many New Zealanders are seeking a laid-back beachside lifestyle as an antidote to the pressures of modern life.
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“The design of the homes is unique in contrast to the types of suburban homes you normally see,” she says.
“Boathouse Bay is a place with a true sense of community where people can join in – or not, as and when they choose.”
She’s noticed that while some new residents at Boathouse Bay simply want peace and privacy, many more are getting involved in a new style of life.
There is a mix of residents, from still working to semi-retired and retired, and all have a zest for life and are vital and active.
“We recently sold to a young family with a little daughter, and she is going to have the most amazing upbringing with all of these lovely neighbours around,” says Megan.
The homes at Boathouse Bay clearly represent the philosophy that coastal specialist Crosson and the developer Mat Peters had in mind when embarking on this project, taking initial inspiration from typical Kiwi coastal boatsheds.
The developers have also incorporated iconic shared-experiences, including outdoor areas for community gatherings, an outdoor shower for post-beach convenience, along with communal vegetable gardens and a worm farm. Visit boathousebay.co.nz.
Megan says that while a couple of purchasers plan to use their properties as weekend getaways at least for now, the majority that have bought and either settled or are settling shortly will be living at Boathouse Bay full-time.
She says that a carefully designed landscaping plan by Rachel de Lambert from Boffa Miskell echoes and enhances the native bush surroundings to the rear of the development and the dunes on the seafront.
New pohutukawa trees are amongst the plantings for a true Kiwi flavour. The cladding on the homes at Boathouse Bay looks spectacular and is expected to stand up well to coastal weather conditions. Mahurangi Peninsula is perfectly located for fun and recreation, with boating and fishing opportunities galore.
Brick Bay Wines and sculpture trail is practically on the doorstep, Tawharanui and Mahurangi regional parks aren’t far away, and there’s excellent shopping at Matakana and Warkworth.
The sun-drenched beachside spot that is home to Boathouse Bay lies around 50 minutes drive time from downtown Auckland.
Prices start from $1.55million.
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