5 Scotts Terrace, Onetangi, Waiheke Island

Sitting pretty on the terrace

Wake up to sparkling sea views, serenity and birdsong at this generous, contemporary executive home overlooking the deep green forest and magical gulf.
On the high side of an exclusive, quiet street, this spacious three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom property boasts privacy and large decks on which to enjoy its panoramic, north-facing vistas.
The quality build features all the desirable, modern creature comforts, including double-glazing, a heat pump, and bathroom underfloor heating.
The fabulous main living level boasts a huge, luxurious living space, whose dreamy entertainer's kitchen features two ovens, two dishwashers and an enviable butler's pantry.
To the side, the massive master suite includes an over-sized bathroom and large walk-in wardrobe, plus deck.
And completing the floor is a powder room and an office zone with French doors to a charming back deck, with easy pathway access around the side of the house.
Upstairs are two roomy bedrooms with walk-in and built-in wardrobes, and a tiled bathroom with shower. Both rooms enjoy glorious views of the sea, forest, and distant vines and olives.
The lower floor comprises a large media room, a long wine cellar with a fun glass viewing zone to the main lounge above, and a garage with automatic door.
Outside, you can enjoy the spa pool bubbles on the mezzanine deck or relax under the high-tech, extendable awning on the main deck, with gorgeous views down to the golden beach.
There's extra under-house storage and the pretty grounds are low-maintenance, with room to add some personal touches, if desired.
With a solid, sealed driveway and plenty of parking and turn-around space, this superior home or sophisticated holiday retreat is just a stroll down the hill to stunning Onetangi Beach and its restaurants, and not far from the bus stop, takeaways and award-winning vineyards.