WONDER OF WATER

While sunset glory isn’t unique to many properties throughout this region, the scenery stretching in front of this home certainly is.

It's an eclectic mosaic of extraordinary diversity. The port is a close neighbour. Sulphur Point, with its green-belt reserve, marina and ever-changing activity, always gives moments to enjoy. Mauao stands majestically in full view. From shipping to sailing, boating to kayaking, there’s always something happening.

Above it all, this penthouse embraces the vibrancy in stunning style. Thanks to the wrap-around balcony and significant floor-length glazing, all three bedrooms and living areas bask in scenery and outdoor intimacy. Being five floors up, the privacy is serene. Motorised blinds in living areas lift the morning’s greeting

– though staying in touch with the view at any time of day or night is photographic brilliance.

A substantial revamp has instilled further luxury – with brand-new state-of-the-art American decking, new blinds and drapes, new ensuite, plus a full interior repaint. The finish is defined by understated elegance and high-end detail. The designer kitchen boasts Miele appliances, stone counters and that essential bar-stool drawcard. A new ensuite gives five-star hotel status – with twin vanities and a rainfall fixture bolstering the shower, a bath in the shared bathroom, plus new facilities in the powder room.

Additional features include tandem garaging with a built-in end storage. This penthouse also has its own laundry room, not a built-in amenity – also finished with Miele appliances. Other notable extras include two wall-mounted TVs, a gallery picture wall system, outdoor potted plants and the eye-catching mural featuring a stainless steel oyster catcher.

Biking or walking is a joy from this vantage point to all Tauranga’s city haunts. There’s the popular Nautilus restaurant on site when cooking isn’t in mind. It’s also worth noting that parking for caravans, motorhomes and trailer boats is available at The Nautilus, along with significant space for guests.

One of just 12 apartments in this unique complex – and one of three penthouses – this takes star billing; and deservedly so. The owners have loved the lifestyle, but are Gold Coast-bound for full retirement in their other luxury apartment.