25 Devich Road, Mangawhai, Kaipara, Northland

Elevated with views out to the estuary and dune, Whare Whero is an eye-catching home full of personality.

Stepping into the spacious living area the vaulted ceilings and triple sliders bring the outdoors in creating a sense of serenity - perfect for time away from the busy world. The living area imbues hospitality with the easy connectivity between the lounge, dining and kitchen. Concealed from the living area but with easy access, the farm style pantry makes entertaining a joy. The deck opening out from the living invites pre-dinner cocktails or allows the barbeque master to be part of the weekend banter. There's a wood burner for winter nights and a study nook for laptops and mobiles.

Set to the northern end of the home the master suite boasts a generous bedroom with verdant views opening out to decking. The room includes ensuite, walk in robe and office area - handy when you want some quiet time or work calls. Two guest bedrooms, family bathroom and laundry/mud room complete the home.

Designed by Bret de Thier and built by award winning Peter Dyer Builders, who focuses on craftmanship, the home reflects the detail, time and thought utilised in creating this unique design specific to the location, site and outlook.

Outside the uber sized garage can house the cars, beach toys and gardening equipment. There's a well-established orchard with a variety of fruit trees, a paddock and wetland area at the bottom and chemical sprays have not been used. Pick your own fresh fruit and graze an animal or two or just enjoy the green space around you.

Just under one hectare (9,976sqm) this private and sheltered property is on tar seal and only two kms to the village amenities for markets, art gallery, eateries, estuary and the fabulous Bennetts chocolates and cafe. It's not much further to launch the boat or play a round of golf at Mangawhai's links, championship course or a 20 minute drive on seal to enjoy a round at the Te Arai course.

If you'd like to feel a million miles from Monday you should definitely take the time to view this fabulous property.