Paihia

<b>DREAM CATCHER - WATERFRONT PALACE</b> Modern, stylish, cutting edge design, the builder's own home built to exacting standards and specifications, using the best materials and latest technology..... We've read those words before, but in this case they do all add up to an outstanding house, with all the attributes you would expect. In a quiet street in Mahia Park, sited on the northern edge of the Manukau Harbour, at just over one year old, you can not begin to compare the value for dollar with a similar property in the city. And yet for the business executive it is just five minutes from the motorway and 15 minutes from the airport. Designed by Garth Kennedy, built by Auski Homes, this is a very special residence that will appeal to those who want privacy with views, low maintenance, an entertainer's delight, a busy executive's dream. North facing to the street and therefore all day sun, entry through security gates with a full intercom system leads into a wonderfully spacious residence with high stud ceilings, open plan features and some hidden surprises. The owners have left no plan unturned to achieve the ultimate in 21st century living. Yes - it has the latest security systems - yes - it is wired throughout for computers and all electronics, including entertainment systems. Yes - it has the most modern kitchen with appliances and imported marble surfaces that any cook, including cordon bleu would be happy to work with. The house has underfloor heating, HRV heat and cool system, two gas fireplaces for the winter, air conditioning for the summer and window shade systems to keep out those unwelcome rays while allowing the daylight through. Hand-made curtains and drapes enhance the living areas. The formal lounge and dining rooms are complimented by a large family room and library. Upstairs the bedrooms have balconies with glass panel walls to ensure maximum enjoyment of the harbour views across to Lee's Island and Bottle Top bay and the distant Bombay Hills. A place to enjoy a late evening glass of your favourite wine while watching the sun set over the Harbour. Indoor/Outdoor living- an overworked phrase, but it's exactly what is on offer. The totally enclosed front courtyard with heated swimming pool professionally landscaped to remind of Fijian holidays, has a huge shade cloth stretching across the pool. The piece de resistance here is the bar accessible from inside or out, with mod-cons, glasswasher, ice fridge etc. and of course, a handily positioned barbecue. The interior design reflects the owners' tastes - soft colour tones, downlighting to enhance the required mood. All five bedrooms (four if one is used as an office) have walk in wardrobes and the master and main guest rooms have ensuites with spa baths. Fixtures and fittings are enhanced by tiling and superb overall finish. Central vacuuming means the housework need not be a chore, while the three car garage is huge. The property is fully fenced on the south side but with grass to the harbour's edge, enabling children to play safely. Back inside, for the sports or movie buff there is a fully equipped home threatre with a two metre screen, soundproofed so you can watch the Formula 1 and feel the vibrations of the engines, or be a part of the crowd at the rugby and cheer on the All Blacks, while others sleep peacefully in the next room! This is a masterpiece of modern design and construction, with magnificent finish to all aspects, an adult's house, built with entertainment in mind. Sick of the city already? Then this is the place for you!