30 Rawhitiroa Road, Kohimarama, Auckland

Family flow with protected panoramic views

Cherished in the same family for the past 50 years, this super-sized residence is enveloped within 1124sqm of park-like grounds. Its elevated, perfectly north-facing aspect also showcases cinematic, protected views of the busy harbour and beyond. The expansive, two-level floorplan incorporates 408sqm of flexible, functional living, as well as potential for self-contained accommodation or a home office on the ground floor.

This home was crafted without compromise when it was originally built and has been beautifully maintained over the decades. The proportions are incredibly generous throughout, with classically elegant interiors flooded with great light and sun. In the open-plan living, dining and well-equipped kitchen space upstairs, walls of glass frame the dazzling vistas, which incorporate Rangitoto, Browns Island and all the activity on the busy channel. These views are protected thanks to height restrictions on neighbouring properties.

There is a separate office/ TV snug located off the living area, while three bedrooms are located down the hall. Two share an ensuite, while the master has a walk-in robe, ensuite with spa bath and sea views. Downstairs can be self-contained if required and offers a bedroom, bathroom living, dining, full kitchen and covered terrace that flows out to the private gardens.

An electric security gate protects the flat driveway and there is plenty of extra off-street parking in front of the double internal garage. There is abundant storage throughout and, while very comfortable to live in as is, there is undeniable potential here to refresh and reimagine the home into a modern masterpiece.

This sought-after neighbourhood is within walking distance from Madills Farm, Kohimarama beach and Kohimarama School, as well as in zone for St Ignatius School and Selwyn College.