Positioned high above Akaroa, where the hills fold into the harbour, this contemporary residence commands complete privacy, establishing an elevated lifestyle driven entirely by the landscape.
Spanning 12 hectares across the hillside, the raised position secures a sweeping panorama over harbour and headland, pairing rural seclusion with minutes-to-village ease, a combination few positions can claim.
Designed by Philip Bidwell, the single-level design offers a high level of specification, but it is the outlook that directs the experience, linking daily life directly to the land beyond.
Centred on a Falcon range and supported by a fully appointed butler’s pantry, the kitchen sets a superior standard for entertaining. The double-sided fireplace gives clear definition to the dining area and lounge, lending each its own ambience while keeping the layout open for flow and the view as the central focus.
Stacker doors release the living zone to a harbour-facing deck and lawn, shifting the mood as everyday living moves outdoors, while a paved terrace crowned by an automated louvre extends the seasons, securing a sheltered setting for long lunches, late afternoons and summer gatherings of any size.
Accommodation is purposeful, private and perfectly positioned to connect with the outlook, with the master suite taking precedence with a walk-in wardrobe and tiled ensuite, while three further bedrooms and a family bathroom sit within their own wing, ideal for guests, extended family or multi-day stays that unfold at their own pace.
An open fire and diesel-powered underfloor heating secure comfort through the cooler months, while a dedicated study and substantial laundry complete the floor plan with precision.
Beyond aesthetics, the property delivers raised vegetable plots, double internal access garaging, extensive off-street parking, and a 12mx10m shed built for boats, machinery or heavy-duty storage, reinforcing the property’s coastal and countryside credentials.
In a location shaped by land and sea, the property maintains complete privacy while sitting just five minutes from the idyllic waterfront with its cafes, eateries and day-to-day convenience.
Buyers seeking a premium permanent base near the village, or an elite retreat within an hour of Christchurch, will recognise the rarity of a home where elevation, craft and connection to landscape come together at this calibre.
For further information, please contact Nicky Armitage of New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty.
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