21 St Aubyn Street, Devonport, North Shore

Space, style and sophistication in the village

Located at the heart of Devonport village and close to the waterfront parade, this quaint original cottage has been architecturally renovated and extended to create an expansive floorplan, that's a dream for comfortable living and easy entertaining. The inspired layout works beautifully for families with tweens and onto teens who seek independence, and even empty nesters whose grown-up kids boomerang back.

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The magic of good design is on display at every turn here, where unexpected features surprise and delight as the spacious home unfolds. Light and sun has been masterfully captured throughout, as well as snapshots of the lush and well-designed landscaping that envelopes the property.

A sense of volume and balance is achieved via the soaring ceilings and well-proportioned rooms. The home's transformation pays homage to its heritage and has retained many classic features and reimagined with modern essentials. White shutters throughout enhance privacy and there are many excellent storage solutions.

The living area flows into the kitchen - the central social zone that boasts an enormous island for guests to gather around. A large wall of bi-folds creates a seamless connection with the private al fresco living, with the northeast aspect flooding the area with morning sun. Sliding smoked glass doors open into the raised lounge area which can be closed off for a bit of peace and quiet.

Three good-sized double bedrooms at the front of the home are serviced by the family bathroom and offer a degree of separation from the parent's retreat which is upstairs. This has its own ensuite and lovely treetop views with stair access to the unique tiled rooftop "gin" terrace which celebrates extraordinary 360-degree views of Mount Victoria, North Head, Rangitoto and the busy harbour.

As well as off-street parking, the property also has a large storage space at the top of the driveway, with plenty of room for bikes and maybe a workshop.

Devonport village and local beaches are just an easy stroll away, and the ferry into the heart of Auckland City is the best commute in the world.