The popular Orakei suburb with enviable views sweeping from the Basin to Sky Tower and sparkling Waitemata is now showcasing this contemporary light-filled European masterpiece. Blended with masterful touches to ensure elegant practicality, the seamless flow from majestic front doors to generous north-facing entertaining spaces is to be admired. Imagine convivial evenings around the granite bench top, encouraging the host as they tend the gas barbecue on the wraparound deck before calling everyone to gather in the dining room, where seating for twelve is spacious and comfortable. Convenient easy flow to family living and a separate lounge downstairs, with a flexible media room or fifth bedroom upstairs, offers leisure space options for residents and guests alike. All will immediately relax looking over the Orakei Basin vista where active locals enjoy a myriad of water sports. Vaulted stairwell access and rustic candelabra features draw you to the upstairs. Here three sun-washed double bedrooms and stylish bathrooms complement the guest bedroom and bathroom on the ground floor - a thoughtful design feature for those with extended family or elderly relatives. Located only 15 minutes from the city centre, and a convenient car hop to the Eastern Bays for coffee, swim or film, ensures your work/play balance is never compromised. On reflection, the proportions of this architecturally crafted home enhanced by landscaped grounds and water views will inspire the discerning amidst you to move right in and relax in this harmonious haven. Open homes: Saturday and Sunday 2.00 - 2.45pm and Thursday 5.30-6.00pm