15 Martin Place, Cooks Beach, Thames-Coromandel, Waikato

This thoughtfully designed and beautifully maintained home delivers an exceptional blend of comfort, functionality and quality finishes, perfectly suited to relaxed coastal living and effortless entertaining. Just a short stroll to the beach and local shops. Enjoying lovely lake views, this is a property where lifestyle truly takes centre stage. The master suite features a tiled ensuite, walk-in wardrobe, ceiling fan and heat pump, while two generous double bedrooms and a single bedroom also include ceiling fans, with thermal venetian blinds in selected rooms. A light-filled sunroom with hardwood flooring enhances the warm, welcoming feel of the home, complemented by the sunny lounge complete with a window seat and closed gas fireplace. Practical additions such as under-seat storage and a dedicated wine cupboard further reflect the home's thoughtful design. One of the owners' favourite spaces is the conservatory - an inviting area for year-round entertaining, where opening windows and a ceiling fan keep things cool while you take in the stunning lake views. At the heart of the home, the open-plan kitchen is superbly appointed with a Bosch induction cooktop and dishwasher, a quiet Schwegen extractor fan, double Westinghouse oven, fridge water supply, generous pantry space, kauri trim and a handy servery bench - ideal for hosting family and friends. Year-round comfort is assured with an HRV system featuring winter and summer modes, a heat pump, and a comprehensive security system including alarms, cameras and security lighting. Outdoor living is equally impressive, with extensive Belinium-oiled hardwood decking, a covered porch, spa pool, brick pizza oven, and an outdoor shower with hot and cold water. A plumbed fish bench with umbrella stand makes returning from the beach or a day on the water effortless. Timed irrigation keeps the beautifully landscaped gardens thriving. The carpeted high-stud garage offers excellent flexibility, easily accommodating vehicles or a boat, and is complemented by a dedicated boat or caravan parking pad and excellent storage options, including three garden sheds. Additional highlights include a separate laundry with heated linen cupboard, solar panels, gas hot water, and an advanced water system featuring both tank and bore supply with iron oxide treatment, a switchable pump system, and filtered water. The established gardens, with glasshouse, features fruit trees, a productive asparagus bed with a 20-year lifespan, and well-maintained lawns, with a fully fenced area providing peace of mind for pets and young ones. Carefully positioned to maximise the site, this home has been the setting for many memorable family gatherings, comfortably hosting up to 10 people at Christmas. Spacious, well-equipped and rich in lifestyle features, this is a property designed for entertaining, relaxing and making the very most of coastal living.