South Head Auckland

This fantastic four bedroom luxury family home plus character cottage at 29 Shine Rd in South Head could easily feature on a TV show like 'Grand Designs'.
The labour of love by the current owners built with a brick, cedar and macrocarpa theme in mind is very family friendly home with a wonderful indoor/outdoor flow centred on a spacious, open outside living area. Every little detail has been thought about with a focus on the property's spectacular, breath-taking Harbour and countryside views.
A stylish kitchen allows you to cook while soaking in the sun and views with its own discrete scullery complete with pantry, second fridge, dishwasher and sink making entertaining guests a breeze.
Just lazing at home with the family or entertaining a large or small group of friends is comfortable with the two generous lounges and a rumpus room align towards the enclosed, shaded outdoor living area.
Walk down the master bedroom wing framed by macrocarpa panelling and discover a home theatre/media room with seven luxurious recliner chairs - a perfect spot to watch a movie or the big game. The home office is situated in a quiet corner with an outlook to the harbour for inspiration.
You'll enjoy views from bed in the master bedroom, and its expansive walk-in wardrobe and en-suite with deep bath, double shower, two basins and separate toilet.
The guest/children's wing has three spacious bedrooms, an en-suite in the guest's room and a separate bathroom.
In fact every aspect of family life has been considered with four separate bathrooms/toilets, office space, storage, and a separate laundry.
A major draw-card is a two bedroom character cottage/secondary dwelling - ideal for relatives, guests or an extra income, built with a corrugated iron ColourSteel exterior. Inside you'll find a heat pump, modern kitchen and bathroom with stylish tiles matching the main home, and an enviable outdoor area with captivating views.
The beauty of this property is you can let children roam within the fully fenced section. The kids can enjoy a purpose-built children's play-area, complete with sand-pit and playhouse, or splash around in the fully-fenced, solar heated swimming pool.
A classic one hectare section surrounded by peace and tranquillity with landscaped gardens are planted with natives and fruit trees, even beehives for honey. Not forgetting a paddock for alpacas or other farm animals.
Features worth mentioning are the solar panels used for hot water, pool heating and power generation. A wood burner with heat transfer system, abundant insulation and double glazed windows, gives a cosy home. and a smart electrical system for mood lighting. To top it off there is a triple car garage, service entrance and ample parking for guests.
A family home for all seasons and every reason, this tranquil, family lifestyle is close to Waioneke schools in a wonderful close-knit community, and only 13 kms from Parakai , and approx. 50 minutes from Auckland's CBD.
A boat ramp, golf course, fishing, fresh water lakes, Muriwai Beach and Woodhill Forest are all nearby. Property ID: #HE5449