Aaron Foss

Auction: 34 Shortland Street, City on Wednesday 4 December 2024 at 10:00AM (unless sold prior) These two dwellings on a combined 1230 sqm (more or less) section must be sold together and offer astute investors and developers an opportunity seldom found in the area. Zoned Residential Mixed Housing Urban, the block brings a range of possibilities from retaining as lucrative income bearing rental properties through to a complete redevelopment capitalising on the zoning propositions. Services are on site for the two well maintained homes in excellent condition with number 3 the front home a renovated 1950s bungalow and the rear dwelling a modernised 1980s home. Details of each are as follows: Number 3 A charming three bedroom, two-bathroom weatherboard-clad home (approx. 164 sqm) features open-plan living, dining, and contemporary galley kitchen and expansive decking. The master bedroom comes with an ensuite, while the lower-floor recreation room, complete with a wet bar, offers ample space for family activities. Ideal for a growing family, the home boasts generous storage, a heat pump, and a log burner fireplace for year-round comfort. 3A A spacious three bedroom, two-bathroom home (approximately 185 sqm) offers a welcoming layout with a generous living area, complete with a cozy log burner, heat pump, and striking chapel ceilings. The open-plan dining area flows into a modern kitchen, and the sunroom adds an extra touch of brightness to the space. Upstairs, the master bedroom boasts an ensuite, wet bar, private balcony, and a large walk-in wardrobe. A second bathroom with a separate toilet is conveniently located downstairs. Set at the rear of the property this home also features a single internal access garage and plenty of off-street parking.This property is ideally located just moments from the Bays beaches, and offers easy access to a variety of cafes and eateries, with convenient train and bus transport links nearby.

Auction: 34 Shortland Street, City on Wednesday 4 December 2024 at 10:00AM (unless sold prior) This exceptional Hulena Architects designed weatherboard residence sits privately at the end of a tranquil right of way in a prestigious neighbourhood. The north facing home is elevated to capture unrestricted views across the bay to ensure Rangitoto Island and the Hauraki Gulf are kept within field of vision from most vantage points.Core living areas on the almost entirely underfloor heated central floor are wired for sound with open plan living and dining area with gas fireplace easily catering to the largest parties or most intimate soiree. Flush sill sliders on three sides exit to enormous glass balustrade decking for alfresco socialising and relaxed leisure times while a separate family room with another fireplace is similarly connected outdoors. A dazzling Bosch equipped designer kitchen with butler's pantry displays striking black and white speckled granite benchtop and waterfall island. This floor also includes a study with external access and built-in cabinetry, spacious guest toilet and the laundry. Upstairs bedrooms are generously sized with three having stunning Rangitoto panoramas - in particular the main quarters where bespoke walk-in closet and handsome ensuite bathroom create the perfect boudoir retreat. The family bathroom echoes the same sleekly tiled finish and flanks the third bathroom which is another ensuite. With heightened ceilings and two heat pumps, this luxury residence provides year-round comfort. The lush well-established gardens occupy a low maintenance 655 sqm (approx.) section with double garaging supported by ample forecourt parking. In zone for Kohimarama School and walking distance to Eastridge shops and with beaches close by, this highly specced 304 sqm (approx.) home will appeal to growing families who seek a coastal lifestyle close to the heart of the city.

Auction: 101 Tamaki Drive, Mission Bay (Branch Office) on Friday 22 November 2024 at 10:00AM (unless sold prior) A pre-auction offer has been accepted on this property and it is now selling in a Pre-Auction Friday 22 November at 10am, 101 Tamaki Drive, Mission Bay.The stately grandeur of this immaculately presented property in a sought-after location is immediately apparent from the street. Ranging across two storeys the 1970s brick and weatherboard residence capturing city and Rangitoto summit views is selling for the first time in 41 years - attesting to how much it's been cherished over the decades. Ideally suited to a growing family, the home's layout, impressive botanical grounds, and expansive north facing aspect distinguish this as a magnificent entertainer. The elegantly curated interior boasts decorative character elements, plantation shutters, and French windows and doors welcoming abundant natural light. The eminently workable floor plan has upper level comprising of open plan living room with period fireplace, formal dining room and sunny clear roofed solarium/sunroom while a functional and modern kitchen integrates stainless steel appliances and a laundry. Double doors access a full-length colonnade balcony while those to the back gardens create easy flow to enhance any gathering. Mediterranean style defines a huge rear courtyard with pergola where steps ascend to elevated lawns featuring inviting gazebo dais. Accommodation is split between floors with an office and three bedrooms upstairs sharing two bathrooms - one an ensuite. Downstairs the lavish master boudoir has walk in wardrobe and full-size ensuite with spa bath while the second lounge/games room has ample storage. The garage is approached via sweeping forecourt driveway onto a 627 sqm (approx.) exquisitely landscaped section made up of manicured gardens and lawns. A short drive to Meadowbank shopping precinct, in zone for St Thomas School and Selwyn College and handy for bus and train transport with a 20-minute commute to the city centre, the wish list here is fulfilled for uncompromising buyers wanting the best.

Sunny and elevated, this renovated two-bedroom unit enjoys generous outdoor play spaces all round. Bordering the green fields of Churchill Park School grounds and situated on a tranquil cul de sac. As an entry-level first home, investors and downsizing retirees will be drawn to the myriad of features and benefits.This elevated and north facing home has outlooks from either side and with open-air places to sit and marvel at on dark starry nights. Front steps ascend to the porch where you're greeted by a decorative bevel glass front door opening into an attractive open plan living area, anchored by original native timber floors. A heat pump keeps the entire home cosy as do elegant full-length drapes which coordinate perfectly with minimalist pure-white walls, blinds and modern lighting throughout. The Kitchen is integrated with entertainment zones incorporating a SMEG stainless steel oven, matching canopy rangehood, and ample cabinetry. The back door connects to a tiered deck for idyllic outdoor living and flat back lawns - the perfect breakout spot where tui birdsong evokes a feeling of being far removed from the city. Two bedrooms have built in wardrobes and share a hideaway laundry and sleek, chic tile floor bathroom with shower over bath. There's a single carport, while generous under-floor storage houses kayaks and paddle boards. With exclusive-use boundaries, the section is fully fenced and features beautifully landscaped gardens. Nestled in a sought-after neighbourhood, this home is close to St Heliers Beach, boutique shops, and public transport. Children can head straight through a gate to school, with Churchill Park just a short walk away, and Karaka Bay nearby for a paddle or summer swim. This 1960s gem is truly a rare find.

Showcasing Waitemata Harbour and city vistas, this meticulously crafted Ron Sang designed residence sitting on over 1,000 sqm, ranges over two levels. The 282 sqm (approx.) north facing home is constructed of high-quality materials - primarily cedar - and presents an astonishing opportunity for discerning families. Strong elements of resort-style seaside luxury blend with year-round functionality with marine rigging encircling the 12m lap pool, dive wall and Hot Spring spa surrounded by gardens, decks and a lawn, perfect for Touch Rugby and backyard cricket. After 12 years the children have left home, and the current owners are ready to downsize.The spacious foyer with stairwell ascending to entertainment zones where significant panoramas encompass Sky Tower, North Head, Bean Rock and Rangitoto Island. Family room and open plan dining and living areas have high vaulted ceiling and timber floors while a Poggenpohl kitchen also capturing distracting vistas is fitted with all chef's essentials. Multiple exits connect with decking and a distinctive sky bridge outlining the stairwell descending to alfresco domains. Accommodation is well arranged with an office and two bedrooms on the upper floor including master suite with balcony and walk-in wardrobe revealing signature Sang porthole window. Two tiled bathrooms and a powder room toilet are finished in original mosaics and granite with gleaming chrome fittings while remaining ground floor bedrooms and the laundry have exterior flow. A large outdoor gas fireplace fronting courtyard, and the pool abuts changing room with toilet and shower. Carpeted triple car garaging, carport with ample space for boat or jet ski trailer. Walking distance to Madills Farm Reserve and local beaches this unique property in Kohimarama School & Glendowie College zone is set well back from the road on a discreet right of way enclave in a coveted coastal neighbourhood.

Secluded on its own low maintenance freehold pocket in an exclusive precinct close to the beach, this immaculate lock and leave residence is just nine years young. Surrounded by other prestigious residences and enjoying all the cachet of an upmarket coastal neighbourhood, the weatherboard home is a good choice for busy professionals and families who prioritise lifestyle and leisure. A light filled atrium with picture windows introduces generous living and entertainment spaces with woodgrain effect tiled flooring anchoring open plan lounge and dining zones. An Escea gas fireplace and heat pump collude for winter warmth while in the summer, seamless flow to two north facing decks comes into its own. Tropical foliage, stone retaining walls, and lofty palms create a Pacific holiday resort feel in this intimate open-air realm. The sophisticated designer kitchen is supported by spacious walk-in pantry and has F & P stainless steel gas cooker, waterfall island bench, and lots of cabinetry. A second lounge upstairs on the landing shared by three of the four total bedrooms is an ideal place to retreat to for media nights and quiet meditation. The supersized master quarters comprise of spacious dressing room and fully tiled ensuite where dual vessel basins sit atop floating vanity. Two more equally stylish tiled bathrooms repeat the minimalist theme with the one on the ground floor catering to a guest bedroom also with walk in wardrobe. The internal access double garage conveniently incorporates a laundry area.It is a few moments from St Heliers village shops, the Tennis Club, as well as Dingle Dell Reserve. Desirably zoned for St Heliers School and Glendowie College and an easy commute by car or bus to the city centre.

Step into this luxurious second-floor 250 sqm spacious apartment, nestled within a boutique complex of six. Crafted from solid masonry, it boasts breathtaking views of the harbour and Rangitoto, epitomizing an enviable lifestyle focused on prime location and lavish comforts.The interior exudes elegance, the entrance, accessible via an elevator, leads to a spacious high-stud hallway. From here, step into the spacious open plan sitting room, complete with two separate balconies for year-round enjoyment of the surroundings. The stylish kitchen, recently upgraded, features generous glazing that floods the space with natural light and offers garden and Rangitoto Island views. A home office and three large double bedrooms share two modernised bathrooms, including an ensuite in the lavish master quarters, which also boasts a dressing room, balcony access, and water vistas. Additional features include a full-size family bathroom and a separate laundry.Ample storage is provided throughout, complemented by double garaging and on-site parking amidst meticulously manicured grounds. Zoned for Selwyn College and conveniently located near Coates Avenue shops, bay beaches, and Eastridge Shopping Centre, this residence offers a seamless blend of luxury, convenience, and stunning natural beauty for discerning homeowners.

Breath-taking expansive views of Rangitoto Island and the sparkling Waitemata Harbour define this timeless apartment occupying the entire third floor of iconic 'Sonata'. The world class Architect Buchan crafted a building that has a bold fluid form, intentionally echoing the gentle curve of the bay below with this being the largest of the five palatial apartments within. The quiet luxury of this apartment will appeal to discerning residents who put a premium on privacy and security with prime features of the three-bedroom three-bathroom home including:Substantial spatial volumes for generous living enhanced by floor to ceiling curved glazing on a north facing aspect maximising light and vistas from multiple positionsBespoke interior that has been beautifully crafted harnessing the latest cutting-edge fittings and materials with textured nuancesExpansive open plan living spaces, dining area and media room with direct connection to a large balcony creating an Italian alfresco livingLuxuriously appointed Poliform kitchen by Studio Italia deftly blending marble counter tops, light timber cabinetry, and a butler's kitchen with Gaggenau appliancesSupersized bedroom quarters with large ensuites and expansive wardrobes including the sumptuous master which comprises of a fashionista's dressing room and spa like ensuite with bathSeparate laundry and extensive storageThree allocated basement carparks with large lock up storage and EV charging stationA short walk, through private access to the beach and St Heliers Village where boutiques, bars, cafes, and community amenities abound. In zone for top schools and a 15-minute commute to the city, our motivated and realistic owners are committed to sell and encourage interested parties to inspect at their earliest convenience.