Timeless design embraces harbour views on elite city ridge
By Jo Ferris
The art of designing luxurious living around the sun and intimacy with Tauranga’s inner harbour begins with a vision. The foresight behind this property epitomises the architectural skill that designed it and expertise of the builder. After this gated townhouse complex was completed in 2006, it won ultimate kudos in Tauranga’s Master Builders House of the Year.
This home remains timeless – its position along Pillans Point ridge boasting a commanding outlook. One of three townhouses, the home enjoys seclusion, while sharing the sun and idyllic panorama that embraces Waikareao estuary, harbour and port. Mauao stands in full sight and this home is angled to maximise the sun and scenery.
Each level has its own intimate outdoor connection. Two large bedrooms and a spacious lounge on the lower level all slip out to a patio and nature ribbon that provides direct access through bush down to the Daisy Hardwick walkway.
This lower level offers privacy for family or guests – and the choice of stairs or a lift connecting with the family area above. This is the ground-floor entry to the home – one that is cleverly disguised within this gated complex. Flooded with natural light and designed around open plan, this central hub shares a gourmet kitchen with dining and fireside lounge setting. Floor-length glazing frames elevated views and extends outside to a sheltered balcony. Louvretec roofing mixes filtered sunlight with shade and shelter for yearround leisure, while glass balustrades ensure a seamless view. Personal luxury is reserved for the master retreat. Its bathroom – complete with a deep-soak bath – is cleverly designed with a sliding wall to allow privacy when desired, but the freedom to toast the scenery while bathing in bliss. Throughout this home, tasteful elements infuse texture and tone to personalise each area, while maintaining a subtle thread. Even when the harbour scenery is out of sight, the ambience is touched by nature. The water garden is particularly restful. The study overlooks this area – making an inspiring place to work. Attention to detail and the finest fittings go without saying – further evidence of this home’s timeless presentation. It’s an impressive list of features: certain specifications imported from Italy and Germany especially for this build. Ahead of its time with elements like reticulated gas underfloor heating, automated lighting, multi-room audio with wall and infrared control; this home revolves around luxurious living, relaxed entertaining and soothing ambience. It’s an envied place to be – opposite Pillans Point School, walking distance to Otumoetai Golf Course and Bureta shops, plus minutes by car to the CBD and expressways to the Mount and Bethlehem.
The photos and video on Oliver Road’s website set a seductive stage for the lifestyle that beckons. All that’s needed now, is an appointment for a personal introduction.