Classic beach-side 70s A-frame that ‘talks to your soul’

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Classic beach-side 70s A-frame that ‘talks to your soul’

Renovated 1970s A-frame in Titirangi blends retro charm and beachside living, creating a home that is unmatched.

Kylie Klein Nixon
Last updated: 8 April 2026 | 3 min read
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Discover a classic 1970s A-frame at 5 Paturoa Rd, Titirangi, just a minute's walk from the beach. This unique home has been thoughtfully renovated to restore its retro charm, replacing a dated 1990s update.

A new deck with a hot tub is nestled in the nikau palm forest. The kitchen features cork flooring, while the bathroom was updated with designer The Green Room Studio. Soaring cathedral ceilings create an expansive feel. This property is listed with Barfoot & Thompson.

The easy-care back yard set up feels like a resort, with a spa, and fire pit. Photo: TRADE ME/BARFOOT AND THOMPSON

The home has a balcony to the front, so you can catch the sun whatever time of the day. Photo: TRADE ME/BARFOOT AND THOMPSON

The living room makes the most of the A-frame look and shape. Photo: TRADE ME/BARFOOT AND THOMPSON

The streamlined kitchen help reconnect the house to the stunning back yard set up. Photo: TRADE ME/BARFOOT AND THOMPSON

The bathroom feels like its straight out of the 70s, but is a very modern addition. Photo: TRADE ME/BARFOOT AND THOMPSON

The two upstairs bedrooms are dramatic. Photo: TRADE ME/BARFOOT AND THOMPSON

There’s even a loft space in the second bedroom that could be a neat little reading nook - a job for the next owner. Photo: TRADE ME/BARFOOT AND THOMPSON

The beach is just down the drive at the bottom of the hill. Photo: TRADE ME/BARFOOT AND THOMPSON

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