NEVER A DULL MOMENT
A luxurious penthouse, with views to die for, is apartment living at its finest, writes SANDRA GOODWIN
ORAKEI Penthouse, Mia Apartments,
17/35 Coates Avenue
An ultra-modern, fully furnished penthouse apartment in new Orakei building Mia Apartments luxuriates in a rarely found combination of elevated views.
Agent Michael Boulgaris of Boulgaris Realty says, “It’s most unusual to find this northerly view over the gulf, harbour and Rangitoto Island plus the westerly view across the Orakei Basin, boats in the marina and out to the entire city skyline.
“This penthouse apartment, with its own private lift, comes fully furnished to a very high standard, which is evident when you consider the dining room chairs were $8000 each.”
Michael explains marketing has effectively just started for this premium three-bedroom, three-bathroom home, as it was listed the day prior to the Covid-19 lockdown.
The Mia Apartments are being developed by Mansons.
He says: “There are only two penthouses in this building.
“The neighbouring one sold very quickly for $6m and this one, Apartment 17, was purpose-built with a slightly higher spec.
“There will never be a dull moment here, soaking up the atmosphere and views, including incredible sunsets and sparkling city lights.”
The penthouse’s extraordinary views are made possible by its prominent site on the corner of Coates Ave and Ngawi St, which sits at one of the highest points in the eastern bays.
This means it is about six minutes’ drive from the CBD and directly opposite a boutique array of shops including two cafes, a barrestaurant, greengrocer, butcher, dairy and Bettjemans Hair Design.
Michael says: “Coates Avenue’s shops are very desirable and in my opinion are the Ponsonby of the Bays.”
This 18-residence building has attracted owners ranging from young executives purchasing two-bedroom apartments to wealthy older residents.
Michael can envisage this crowning penthouse being bought by owners downsizing from an eastern suburbs family home, perhaps seeking a glamorous lock-up-andleave to complement an Omaha Beach house or Waiheke Island retreat.
He says: “The builder explained to me just how much thought has been put into this building’s construction and design, with the angles of each apartment specifically designed to maximise light and views.
“The cost of this, including the detailing and cladding, is at least 30 per cent more than other typical buildings.”
This penthouse’s owners get three secure car parking spaces and three storage lockers.
They’ll alight from their own private elevator into 245sq m of luxury including a huge entertainment balcony opening off the main living, kitchen and master bedroom with dressing room and en suite. The covered balcony is an ideal spot from which to check out America’s Cup racing or New Year’s fireworks.
Living spreads out over the stunning living-dining-kitchen area, the kitchen featuring granite, superior cabinetry and Miele appliances. Beautiful stained oak floors, ECC lighting and furniture, silk wallpaper and a two-way ducted heatingcooling system accent the penthouse.
Michael says: “The guest bedroom with en suite looking directly out and over to Rangitoto is a real treat — visitors will not want to leave.”
A gallery-style hallway leads to the third bedroom and third bathroom.
The body corporate has provision for pets. Sale: By negotiation
Contact: Michael Boulgaris, Boulgaris Realty, 021 366 366; Kurt Bassett, 021 20 80 246