1/33 St Stephens Avenue, Parnell, Auckland

Timeless elegance

Dreams do come true and such is the case with this magnificent garden apartment. Originally built for a former Auckland Mayor this 1904 Edwardian manor house was later converted into four large apartments with this ground floor apartment being the jewel in the crown.

Comprised of two bedrooms, one bathroom, sunroom and large open plan living, dining and kitchen, this home has been extensively refurbished using the very best of materials and finish. The bespoke bathroom is awash with Italian and Greek slab marble. Understated yet top of the range fittings complete a space of originality and function.

There is a spacious master with purpose built floor to ceiling wardrobes, plus a second bedroom off the sunroom.

The large and rather grand main room provides a window into the past as there are numerous original features. Gorgeous high ceilings and windows provide an abundance of natural light. The kitchen is pared back and whilst modern it blends seamlessly into its original Edwardian architectural lineage. Clever use of integrated storage houses a fridge at one side and butler's pantry on the other. The huge bespoke Italian sandstone island is simply stunning.

French doors lead you out onto a large stone paved patio and into a beautifully proportioned formal Italianate garden. The symmetry and form is just sublime not to mention the fact that you are bathed in all day sun. The large single brick garage offers excellent storage but potential also exists to convert to a studio or other such accommodation. A blank canvas to explore at a later date.

Off-street parking is a bonus. So close to the Village, local markets, CBD and motorway on-ramps. This timeless Edwardian Lady is a class above.