61 Marine Parade, Herne Bay, Auckland

Karen Spires' Website\n\nFrom the jetty at the bottom of the garden to the two floors of up-front water and sunset views, this sensational city retreat on 1189sqm is the one you've been waiting for. Three bedrooms, four bathrooms, three living and a sun-drenched enchanted garden, make it feel like a getaway resort in the city. Designed by architect Richard Naish, the living room walls literally disappear to feel you're almost hovering over the tranquil waters of Cox's Bay. Dip in the pool, entertain on the full-width wrap-around deck, warm yourself by one of the two outdoor fires, wander down to the water's edge (riparian rights) and launch the kayak. Exquisitely finished and beautifully configured, there are his-and-hers studies, a media room with hidden door entry, projector and screen, double internal garaging, barbecue kitchen, outdoor shower as well as a master suite with deck, walk-in wardrobe and dark marble ensuite where the sculptural bath has one of the best sea views in town. Two more upstairs bedrooms are ensuited with a shared balcony with views to the Chelsea Sugar Works while a music room/library could become a fourth bedroom. In the bay's best street, moments to cafes, shops and the CBD, this is a harbourside designer fantasy come true. \n\nLand size: 1189sqm more or less\nFloor Size: 370sqm more or less\nCV: $3,100,000 Land: $2,000,000 Improvements: $1,100,000\n\nFree Reports\nA Free Report is available for this property including:\nInfo Pack, Floor Plans, LIM, and Recent Sales Herne Bay and Argyle Street.\nPlease Click Here or please visit: www.freereports.co.nz/4101493\n\nIf you would like to receive Karen's weekly email newsletter, Karen Spires' Residential News, please email her. It's a great way to hear about new listings and keep up to date with the local property market.\n\nAbout Herne Bay:\nHerne Bay sits on the shores of the Waitemata Harbour, just a short distance from Auckland's CBD. With small city beaches and quiet streets filled with both modern and heritage homes, many with sea views, Herne Bay is one of Auckland's most prestigious suburbs. Access to the Northern Motorway and the North Shore is close by, making commuting easy if you work outside of the CBD. \n\nWith the Westhaven Marina at your doorstep, Victoria Park a short distance away and Bayfield Park close by, there is plenty to keep you occupied in the evenings and weekends. \n\nHerne Bay Shopping:\nHerne Bay has a variety of shops along Jervois Road, from fashion boutiques to gift and homeware stores. Popular Ponsonby Road is a short walk away, and both these areas are known for shopping with a designer edge, as well as their many cafes and restaurants. \n\nTransport:\nFrequent buses run along Jervois Road to the city. \n\nEating Out:\nThere are many restaurants and cafes along Jervois Road and also in nearby Ponsonby Road. From fish and chips to ethnic restaurants to five star dining and a top quality steak house, there is something to suit everybody's taste.\n\n