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'I fell in love with it immediately': The clifftop home he wasn't going to lose twice

A beloved Torbay clifftop home with sweeping Hauraki Gulf views is back on the market after seven years.

Alan Granville
Last updated: 14 August 2026 | 3 min read
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A stunning Torbay clifftop home offers panoramic Hauraki Gulf views, with previous professional stabilisation work providing peace of mind. The four-bedroom property thoughtfully blends its 1977 character with modern updates.

Outdoor amenities are a highlight, featuring a pickleball court, putting green, sauna, and a Mediterranean-inspired BBQ area. Inside, the original Jarrah timber flooring has been beautifully restored, and a unique 'Crow's Nest' room provides the perfect retreat for enjoying the ever-changing seascape.

Views out across the Hauraki Gulf. Photo: NZ Sotheby’s Realty/TRADE ME

Probably don’t hit the ball too hard. Photo: NZ Sotheby’s Realty/TRADE ME

Laze in the sauna. Photo: NZ Sotheby’s Realty/TRADE ME

The entertaining area is inspired by the Mediterranean. Photo: NZ Sotheby’s Realty/TRADE ME

An existing stone oven was already part of the property. Photo: NZ Sotheby’s Realty/TRADE ME

A light-filled home framed by endless sea views

Expansive living spaces, warm timber floors and a view-filled kitchen create a relaxed interior that stays connected to the Hauraki Gulf.

There are four bedrooms. Photo: NZ Sotheby’s Realty/TRADE ME

Crow’s Nest views. Photo: NZ Sotheby’s Realty/TRADE ME

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