Renovated home boasts harbour views and private spaces

Elevated in the breeze with birds and nature – panoramic scenery far and wide. Mauao, Tauranga Harbour, and the ocean lay below like an intricate tapestry. It’s an exquisite sight –– day or night. Facing due north, this rural home follows the sun from dawn to dusk – sunsets to toast and a lifestyle to cherish. A Scandinavian sense defines its soothing ambience. Architecturally designed around sustainability and eco-friendly materials, this home is the reward for a sensitive approach and appreciation of simplicity. Fully insulated with wool and doubleglazed with low e-glass, the home’s health-conscious approach also boasts a heat-pump-generated hot water central heating system. Radiators feature throughout; all are thermostatically controlled in the hall, while 12 solar PV panels keep power bills to a minimum and the water hot. This is what you cannot see – apart from the panels, of course! What is in plain sight is this home’s beautiful design and finish. Thanks to the clever design, floating elements are integral to its sense of freedom. Cantilevered aspects give the house flight – starting with how it seems to hover above its base. This intriguing feature is heightened throughout the home. The boardwalk to the front door seems to float; the porch shelter spans like a wing – outside, through to a unique feature inside. And it doesn’t stop there. Bespoke, suspended timber vanity units in both bathrooms are wall-hung, making a statement to the clean white look elsewhere. Timber makes a more profound statement in family living, with an entire wall featuring woodgrain panels with negative detail. This home has an inbuilt Sonos sound system, with six independent zoned areas controlled by Sonos’ app. A dividing wall between family living and the TV lounge encompasses the media hub and gives the illusion of floating above a bed of stones; and stunning at night when lit – like other lighting inside and out. This is a cleverly thought-out home – minimalist in its approach, detailed in its craftsmanship. Five generous-sized bedrooms plus a spacious study nook provide versatile options for each space. The split-level design adds depth to this home’s intrigue. All the while however, it’s the outdoor connection that makes such an impact. Tiered decking stretches from the master suite down past the entire living area to embrace the stunning views. A personal access from the scullery is practical – it hints of a butler’s service when entertaining guests outside. Spacious grounds support this home’s empathy with nature. The other stand-out feature is the ‘workshop studio’ with garage parking. If you are yearning for freedom from the city bustle or working from home with sun and scenery in the hills of Ohauiti – then this is it!