Vendor Downsizes and Relocates

Wiwiki was designed by renowned international architect Neville Price as his personal residence. His vision was to create a structure that merged seamlessly into the dramatic landscape. Specific views of the farmlands and Pacific Ocean are emphasized by being framed by the building form. \n\nWiwiki is part of Mataka, which is a private 30 lot estate located in the Bay of Islands. One of the objectives of owners at Mataka has been to protect and enhance the significant conservation areas on the property, the outstanding landscape and the resident Kiwi population. 15 of the lots are owned by offshore owners with remainder owned by resident New Zealanders or New Zealanders based offshore. All security, management and maintenance issues are the responsibility of the estate manager and caretaker ensuring your property is looked after and cared for.\n\nWiwiki provides 20 hectares of your own land, but being an owner at Mataka allows you to access four private beaches, utilize the beach lodge, boat shed and boat launch area and numerous walking trails across the 1,148 hectare working sheep farm. \n\n* Wiwiki, (means 'ripples or smiling water'), and is undoubtedly one of New Zealand's finest coastal properties. From its superior design, materials and craftsmanship, to the breathtaking views of the entrance to the Bay of Islands: encompassing Cape Wiwiki and Nine Pin Rock to Cape Brett, including the Cavalli Islands to the north and beyond. \n* The house is modern but with distinct European solidarity; the interior spaces are open planned but exude an ambience of intimacy and security. \n* This private sanctuary spans an impressive area of 940m2 (10,118sf including patios) and is nestled snugly into a grassy knoll on the north facing Pacific side of the Purerua Peninsula, ensuring maximum hours of sunlight, uninterrupted 180 degree views, and protection from prevailing south easterly winds by Mataka Mountain behind. \n* High-end services and utilities are in place including; fiber optic for broadband, under-floor heating, T.V satellite to most living areas, bedrooms and kitchen, with specific areas wired for both International (120v US), and (240v NZ) NZ appliances and equipment. \n* Floor construction and walls are steel reinforced concrete; roof is constructed of steel beams, internal exposed timber sarking, with 400 year old antique Italian hand-made clay tiles that give the roof its texture and natural aged patina. \n* Eco-friendly and fully insulated, the 'Ambionse' concrete structure is warm in winter, cool in summer. The interior spaces are designed to maximise the views. \n* With a relaxing natural palette throughout, Wiwiki is in total harmony with the environment. \n* Indoor / Outdoor entertaining is enhanced by extensive sheltered patio areas accessible through fully opening bi-fold doors. The heated pool and spa are midway between the upper and lower levels, and accessible from both. The water from the spa cascades into the infinity swimming pool below. \n* Wiwiki showcases some of New Zealand's most stunning views and is one of New Zealand's more enviable coastal homes to come to the market in recent years.\n\nThis 5 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom residence has been finished to the highest of standards as expected of a home of this caliber. Wiwiki makes the most of its open plan design with all the living spaces and bedrooms opening out onto the extensive sheltered terraces and balconies and outdoor living areas, outdoor fireplace, and two BBQ areas. The design layout also enables no-step entry and one level living for two people if desired. \n\nThe Great Room has two wood burning fireplaces, one each side, their chimneys soaring up into the 4.5m ceiling, and towers incorporating remote operated skylights.This versatile room is cosy in winter or conversely can be completely opened up to the main patio for alfresco dining. Another focal point of this unique residence is the master bedroom and en suite bathroom. The master bedroom suite can be divided and private from the main living area or Great Room while retaining direct access to the main patio, or the private viewing balcony that captures the wide Pacific Ocean view.\n\nThe Master bathroom with dressing room is spacious and luxurious featuring twin limestone pedestal bowls, granite vanity, heated towel-rails, and a spectacular rain shower and luxury bath tub with views enveloping Cape Wiwiki below. To fully experience the dramatic vistas, unique architecture and ambiance created here at Wiwiki, one needs to spend time exploring this enchanting property and absorb all it has to offer. \n\nNeville Price is featured in an important new book Home Work - Leading New Zealand Architects' Own Houses. Wiwiki is on the cover of this book.\n\nThis estate is exceptional. Due to the owners decision to downsize and relocate this truly unique opportunity is available for sale.\n\nPurchase below replacement cost.