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‘People knock on the door because it’s such an amazing spot’: Coffee industry hotshot selling waterfront home

Peek inside Wellington architecturally designed waterfront home

Gill South
Last updated: 26 February 2026 | 3 min read
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Havana Coffee Works co-founder Geoff Marsland is selling his architecturally designed waterfront home in Mahina Bay, Eastbourne. The solid Jasmax-designed house offers stunning views and feels like the "bridge of a ship."

The spacious 400m² property features five bedrooms, a pool, and massive garaging, praised for its privacy and sunny microclimate. An adjacent two-bedroom cottage is also available. The seller is seeking offers in the late $1 millions for this unique family home.

The house overlooks the harbour.

Picture windows make the most of the view.

The home is positioned to make the most of the sun.

Even the kitchen has incredible views.

One of the five spacious bedrooms.

The home comes with a spa bath.

An aerial view of the property.

VIDEO CREDIT: Sinead Diederich

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