Largest waterfront property in Point Chevalier listed; fish on the doorstep

And this is where the teens love to hang out - a pool house where they can have friends stay over. Photo: NZ Sotheby's

Owners Anthony and Rebecca undertook a huge renovation, adding a second storey to maximise the view. Photo: NZ Sotheby's

A large entertaining terrace that steps down to the lawn is used all year round. Photo: NZ Sotheby's

The main axis through the house leads the eye straight out to the water. Photo: NZ Sotheby's

An extra-long island is invaluable for entertaining. Photo: NZ Sotheby's

The owners say their bedroom, with its own deck, is their favourite place to relax. Several times a year they see orca and dolphins. Photo: NZ Sotheby's

There are three crisp, tiled bathrooms. Photo: NZ Sotheby's

The house faces north-west and benefits from all-day sun. The garden has different varieties of apples, pears and plums, as well as guava, quince, figs, olives, feijoa and macadamia trees. Photo: NZ Sotheby's

Landscaping is well established throughout the property and includes many native species. Photo: NZ Sotheby's

There is access to a jetty at sea level, where the family can fish at high tide. Photo: NZ Sotheby's

The section is an L-shape and cannot be overlooked easily, thanks to a convenant they placed on their earlier home next door, which ensures it cannot have another storey added. Photo: NZ Sotheby's