Lyallbay

Imagine waking up to the sun rising over the harbour, stepping across the road for a dip in one of Wellington's best bays, or strolling a few metres to a divine seaside café ... These are just some of the pleasures this magnificent waterfront home offers within a stone's skip of Scorching Bay. One of two, architecturally designed and immaculately presented, the light filled northern one combines sophistication, versatility and next-to-no maintenance in a highly prized location with panoramic views and great sun. Enjoy as a sublime four-bedroom, three-bathroom home with a superb guest suite. Or use one of the bedrooms to work from home -- but away from the rest of the household. Outdoor living couldn't be lovelier: choose from basking in the 180-degree views of the northeast-facing deck or sequester yourself in the private al fresco suntrap. The supremely appointed entertainers' kitchen is as stylish as the light-drenched living and dining space. And there's a charming TV room with a serene native bush outlook should you ever tire of the ever-changing seascape. Other features include: * tiled bathrooms with wet showers and underfloor heating * full-height double-glazing and three heat pumps for year-round comfort * open study with spectacular view over Scorching Bay * warmth and contrast of jarrah staircase and floorboards * extensive wall space for hanging artwork * extra-large internal-access single garage with storage * lock-and-leave security No wonder this extraordinary home is for sale for the first time since the Wairarapa-bound owners bought it brand new 11 years ago. If space, specifications and spectacle are paramount, then this is the ultimate in seaside splendour. House Area: 247 sqm (approx) Land Area: 295 sqm (approx) RV: $1,220,000 Viewing: Sundays, 11am-11.45am or by appointment