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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.
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A stunning Torbay clifftop home offers panoramic Hauraki Gulf views, with peace of mind from prior professional stabilisation work. The four-bedroom property features a Mediterranean-inspired outdoor entertaining area.
Unique amenities include:
- A professional pickleball court
- A putting green and sauna
The current owner respectfully updated the home, restoring the original Jarrah timber flooring while preserving its unique character. This beloved coastal retreat, once home to Terry Carboon QSM, provides an exceptional lifestyle opportunity.
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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