45B The Parade, Saint Heliers, Auckland City, Auckland

Secluded on its own low maintenance freehold pocket in an exclusive precinct close to the beach, this immaculate lock and leave residence is just nine years young. Surrounded by other prestigious residences and enjoying all the cachet of an upmarket coastal neighbourhood, the weatherboard home is a good choice for busy professionals and families who prioritise lifestyle and leisure.

A light filled atrium with picture windows introduces generous living and entertainment spaces with woodgrain effect tiled flooring anchoring open plan lounge and dining zones. An Escea gas fireplace and heat pump collude for winter warmth while in the summer, seamless flow to two north facing decks comes into its own. Tropical foliage, stone retaining walls, and lofty palms create a Pacific holiday resort feel in this intimate open-air realm. The sophisticated designer kitchen is supported by spacious walk-in pantry and has F & P stainless steel gas cooker, waterfall island bench, and lots of cabinetry. A second lounge upstairs on the landing shared by three of the four total bedrooms is an ideal place to retreat to for media nights and quiet meditation. The supersized master quarters comprise of spacious dressing room and fully tiled ensuite where dual vessel basins sit atop floating vanity. Two more equally stylish tiled bathrooms repeat the minimalist theme with the one on the ground floor catering to a guest bedroom also with walk in wardrobe. The internal access double garage conveniently incorporates a laundry area.

It is a few moments from St Heliers village shops, the Tennis Club, as well as Dingle Dell Reserve. Desirably zoned for St Heliers School and Glendowie College and an easy commute by car or bus to the city centre.

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