21 Norwood Road Bayswater, North Shore City

Experience endless summers and diverting vistas from this elevated waterfront estate with protected water and city views. Originally built in 1911, this tasteful classic has been sympathetically renovated creating a 389m, five-bedroom, four-bathroom character residence. The addition of the coordinating self-contained guest cottage set within level parklike 1239m gardens offers work from home office, au-pairs quarters or space for extended families. This is the dazzling rare jewel in the North Shore's crown - presenting the idyllic setting for sailors, shore explorers and nature-loving city socialites.

Comprising three generous living areas designed to appreciate sun and scenery, the home lends itself easily for entertaining all year round within its comfortable interior or out on terraces and decks where cricket matches, volleyball and putting practice can be a spectator or participant sport. With ample room to install an in-ground swimming pool, and the home well-designed to flow easily to the outdoors, the resort-style lifestyle is complete. The minimalist designer kitchen combines a white palette with classic elements and is open plan for ease of social interaction and family routines. Five double bedrooms + sleep-out are well served by four bathrooms with master ensuite presenting a sprawling yet cozy home for big, blended or extended families. Warmly intimate timeless timber floors, contrast beautifully with the fresh white coastal backdrop. Everything has been designed to sustain a life in flow - paying homage to the bordering tides.

Situated close to the ferry terminal for a 12-minute commute to Auckland's CBD and with Bayswater Marina 700m away to moor your boat, the Devonport precinct is also nearby for shopping and eating out. Close to Bayswater Primary School, Belmont Intermediate and Takapuna Grammar, a vast range of amenities including superb local beaches and parks. This waterfront property is a one in a million.