Sophisticated Living Above Te Whau Bay

Perched along the tranquil shores of Te Whau Bay, this sophisticated ocean-view residence offers a masterfully curated escape for up to eight guests. Spanning approximately 450 square metres of refined living space, the home unfolds across a single level, a rarity that enhances both privacy and ease.

From the moment the door opens, the eye is drawn across 180 degrees of shimmering harbour, where two islands rest serenely on the horizon, and ferries trace gentle lines across the water.

Designed as a sanctuary of light and air, the open-plan living area is anchored by thoughtfully selected furnishings that balance comfort with artistic expression. Mornings begin naturally at the breakfast bar, coffee in hand, as the sea unfolds below.

Decks at both front and rear allow one to follow the sun or shade throughout the day: lunch on the back terrace with passing boats as company, or evening drinks on the front deck as Auckland’s city lights and the Sky Tower glitter in the distance across the water.

Accommodation comprises four well-appointed bedrooms, served by a full bath and an additional half bath. On cooler days, a heat pump warms the living space, where a 55-inch 4K television with Apple TV and fibre connection provides seamless streaming.

Board games and puzzles offer a quieter, analogue charm. Below the main level, accessed via a separate entrance, a recreation room houses a gym, bicycles, bunks, a dart board, a retro space-invader arcade machine, and an additional television.

Ideally situated just a ten-minute stroll from the Kennedy Point ferry, the property places Waiheke’s celebrated vineyards, including Mudbrick and Cable Bay, within a short cab ride, alongside the fine-dining scene of the Onetangi strip. Here, the ocean view is not merely a feature but the very rhythm of the stay.