3/7 Ngake Street Orakei, Auckland City

An example of how architectural skill is harnessed to sustain a timeless panache and organic style is found in this uber-cool cedar townhouse. Nestled in a coveted enclave with other homes 15 minutes from the bustling metropolitan heart of the city, it has been meticulously upscaled over the years. Families will love the flowing feel; guests will be glad to share it with you; and for those who lock up and leave for the weekend, the peace of mind that this warm hospitable neighbourhood offers is priceless.

Three levels, two with significant living spaces accommodate three-bedrooms and two-bathrooms incorporating excellent indoor/outdoor flow, quality high-end materials and scope to include a 4th bedroom on the top floor. From the renowned Tom Dixon lighting installations to the divine designer kitchen - nothing has been left to chance in the standard of presentation here. Customised to engender a resort-feel vacation vibe, the lines are blurred as interior rooms expand to embrace a timber decked loggia for lounging about in as another entertainment room. When it rains, stay where you are, drop the cafe curtains, seal the automated louvred roof, turn on the outdoor heater and connect your favourite Spotify playlist to the wired-in speakers - magic.

Carpeted double garaging and a handy wine cellar is supported by pockets of extra storage for the bikes, boards and skis. Low-maintenance fully-fenced grounds of decking and screening greenery guarantee your work-life balance goals are met and within minutes you can be down on the beach at Mission Bay for a dose of ozone with your latte or gelato. Orakei Bay Village shopping hub is also close by as is Eastridge Mall. Living does not get much better than this.

For more information, call John & Jane on 0800 ORAKEI (0800 672 534)