253 St Heliers Bay Road St Heliers, Auckland City

So seldom found and with a 1930s provenance enhanced by its significant renovation in 2008, this unique north-facing character residence comprises three-storeys of elevated luxury living. The 439 sqm homestead with substantial poolside summer-house nestled in the grounds beside a full-size floodlit astroturf tennis court, will have special appeal to discerning buyers. Families; homecoming Kiwis; and international executives who need to host large functions and retreat to recharge, will be attracted by the seemingly endless list of features. Equally the 3046 sqm (approximately) land size will interest investors who should explore the promising development options of its Mixed Housing Urban zone in this superior location.

The home has substantial living areas on two of the three levels including a formal dining room and alluring pewter-toned sitting room with cozy gas fireplace. This room and the adjoining timber floored 5.5 x 6m living room open through French doors to a large balcony with breath-taking aspect - a perfect spot to entertain a crowd. A chic Scandinavian kitchen has large island bench, Miele appliances and is flanked by the cozy window seat nook with room for casual dining. The ground floor is likely to be party central with doors to the garden from the media room, a bespoke brick wine cellar, and catering kitchenette. This floor also accommodates two of the home's five double bedrooms with the top floor dominated by a luxurious and commanding master suite boasting superb views, a large bathroom, and covetable 2.5 x 4.2 dressing room.

Set securely down a driveway well away from the road, arrivals will be warmly greeted by the beautifully manicured and established parklike gardens with ample parking for numerous vehicles. Close to the all the delights of the good life on the eastern bays' peninsula, St Heliers Bay School, St Ignatius and Glendowie College are close by, as are beaches, parks and chic boutique shopping in the village.