_Properties of the week: Grand New Zealand homes
Recent Knight Frank research has shown that New Zealand was Asia Pacific's top performing country in terms of annual price growth, according to the Knight Frank Global House Price Index for Q2 2020, recording a 9.1% annual price growth. Meanwhile in the Prime Global Cities Index, which tracks the performance of luxury residential prices, Auckland ranked 33rd in the world.
Here are two luxurious properties in New Zealand with no expense spared.
10 Martingale Lane, One Tree Point
Utterly without compromise, this absolute waterfront home on the canals of Marsden Cove sets a new benchmark for luxury living, less than two hours from Auckland.
This brand-new contemporary residence sees industrial style meet nature in a world class design. Architecturally designed and of solid concrete construction, this inspired engineering masterpiece offers 740sqm of floorspace over two climate-controlled levels, loaded with technology to maximise the comfort and enjoyment of its sensational waterfront location.
Soaring ceilings and vast living spaces combine to create a sense of grandeur, whilst the warm wood tones bring about a relaxing casual elegance. Oversized picture windows allow light to wash through the home, controlled at your fingertips by remote louvres and blinds. A custom designed lighting system ensures that the home's ambience is always optimal.
Open plan living spaces on the lower level are serviced by a stylish chef's kitchen with butler's pantry and capture grandstand views of the front canal. There is a seamless connection to the outdoors where an inground pool, expansive decks and boardwalk are ready to enhance the home's resort-like feel.
A more intimate third lounge or media room is situated upstairs along with five bedrooms and four bathrooms including the master suite which surpasses all expectations. Plenty of storage is on offer for three cars, boats and toys plus two pontoons for launches at your doorstep. Boating is positioned on the mouth of the Whangarei Harbour.
For more information, contact Irene Bremner on +64 21 190 2090 or Sue Maich on +64 21 793 822
Presenting the very finest in Hawke's Bay properties, this vast and immaculate estate is unrivalled amongst this desirable village of premium residences.
Positioned privately at the very top of the hill, the commanding presence and stately grandeur are immediate and breathtaking. Sitting within 1.4 acres of established landscaped greenery that includes mature trees and manicured lawns, this vast property is an exercise in luxury living.
The dual-level home extends across an expansive 550sqm of elegant and pristine style. Originally designed and built-in 1908, it was completely refurbished over three years from 2013 to create a premium contemporary living experience that pays homage to its charming heritage.
The generous open plan heart of the home hosts a high spec kitchen with integrated appliances, stone-top island, Gaggenau induction hob and grill, double oven, and adjacent scullery and laundry. Entertain with ease from this central position, which encompasses the casual living and dining and flows seamlessly to the formal living room and separate media room.
Extensive glass floods the living zones in light and provides panoramic views of the garden and Te Mata Peak - or take the festivities out to the covered verandah and deck, which lead to the heated 25m in-ground pool and hot tub.
The family wing, which is accessed via the atrium, includes three bedrooms, living room and bathroom, whilst the master suite is a spacious sanctuary and boasts its own sunroom, two walk in wardrobes, ensuite and office. The guest wing is ideal for the au pair, extended family and visitors, with its own living and dining area and large bedroom.
Uncompromised luxury modern comforts also include open plan living, double glazing, central heating, solar system, LED lighting and integral garaging.
For more information, contact Gretchen Paape on +64 21 988 904