16 Southern Cross Road, Kohimarama, Auckland City, Auckland

This brick and weatherboard two-storey home is the ultimate for those seeking the quintessential bays lifestyle. Within a short walk of Madills Farm Reserve, the elevated five-bedroom residence with urban views is positioned amidst other prestigious homes in a sought-after neighbourhood. A pristine interior décor and ducted heating and cooling system create the perfect tone and ambiance for both daily life and special occasions. Ground floor living includes a separate sitting room with dreamy drapes and direct access to a private patio, while the open-plan dining area with engineered oak flooring similarly flows outdoors. Bifold stackers connect to a north-facing covered alfresco deck, aggregate courtyard, and pathways bordered by raised garden beds. The superb designer kitchen boasts a fully equipped scullery, island bench, and state-of-the-art Gaggenau appliances. A ground floor guest bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom with floor-to-ceiling marble tiles, chrome tapware, and heated towel ladder. The glass balustrade stairwell, lit by a dazzling chandelier, ascends to another living zone on the landing from which the four double bedrooms connect. Two more stunning bathrooms-one being an ensuite to the primary bedroom-echo the prevailing Italianate scheme. The main suite also enjoys a generous walk-in closet and luxurious ensuite with freestanding bath and dual basins atop a floating vanity. A guest powder room, separate laundry, ample storage, and internal access double garage complete a pragmatic 278 sqm (approx.) layout. The fully fenced and gated 555 sqm (approx.) section offers ample off-street parking and easy-care gardens with flat lawns and lush tropical palms. In zone for St Ignatius, St Thomas Schools, and Selwyn College, and handy to beachside eateries and shops, this high-calibre property is a short commute to the central city.

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