97 Manuwai Drive

For the first time in its history this prime waterfront property is available for sale. Its desirable waterfront three quarters of an acre (3020sqm) on beautiful tree lined Manuwai Drive affords you a rare and special lifestyle.\nDespite the architectural excellence and the exceptional craftsmanship, despite the detail in its conception and the spatial excellence, it is the simple things about living here that these owners have appreciated most. Their tiled dining room may soar two floors, flooded in light from a huge window that illuminates the core of the home. Yet they often take lunch across the lawn to a seat under the palms where they can contemplate the pure beauty of their surroundings. They love listening to the tuis and watching kingfishers dive bombing the pool in the morning. They enjoy walks along the harbour from the bottom of the garden. They appreciate the play of light over the grounds and the contrast between the cool shaded intimate side and the bright open spaces, especially the drive in under mature trees including a protected Puriri. The 590m2 home was a year in the planning. Master builder Murray Pedersen took another year to create it. The brief to architect, Dennis Pocock, specified good spatial qualities. He delivered superb proportions where pillars seem to both surround and support living areas. Defined areas merge but visually separate. Spaces like the open plan kitchen/family room, the dining room and main lounge are for gathering, the intimate upper sitting room and the two offices, for retreat. Walk along mezzanines overlooking the rooms below. You'll gasp at the magnificent harbour views. The only hall leads to the wing designed for and loved by visiting family, then through to the three car garaging.\nGrandchildren dash straight along to a pool linked to terraces, a great summer social centre. Set slightly lower it does not impede that glorious ever present harbour view. Even when the house is full you retain as much privacy as you wish. The master suite is serenity personified, water views to soothe, a massive en suite and a full dressing room each. Like every other main room it opens to a terrace. It seems almost too practical to mention wonderful storage when your attention will be focused elsewhere. Note gleaming timbers - Rimu, Blackwood, Australian hardwood, European beech. Take in repeating themes like curves in granite benches, on kitchen cupboards, in the stainless steel panel in the front door. Touch Indian sandstone in the entry echoed as internal pillar panels. \nThis is a rare opportunity to acquire a timeless distinctive established property. But the most important thing you gain is a home where life can be truly appreciated. \n\nLocation: Few regions in New Zealand or the world for that matter have as much to offer as the Bay of Plenty. From the gentle harbour waters to its surf beaches, its fishing and diving grounds to the scenic bush, the Bay is as much a quiet recreational playground as it is a thriving business and rural community. Key economic elements for the region include Tourism, Horticulture (predominately Kiwifruit and Avocado production), Viticulture, Pastoral farming, Forestry, Housing and Holiday Makers. The rapid growth in the area provides a vibrant living environment from job opportunities to business prospects with a sustainable future. Tauranga as a city is one of the fastest, if not the fastest growing city in New Zealand. With a mixture of beautiful scenery, great beaches, cafes, restaurants and nightspots it is more than a city it is a lifestyle. The award winning schools also provide a key reason why Tauranga is proving to be such an attractive destination for both ex Kiwi's and migrants as a place to set up their new life in New Zealand.\n