It’s hard to believe, but this house north of Napier was once tired, dated and forlorn. Given its prized position above the treeline and ocean, it deserved much more than a once-over-lightly makeover. The home has been completely reimagined with every element thoughtfully replaced, upgraded and refined. Contemporary materials such as vertical shiplap and iron, clean architectural lines and decking and patios now define the home’s exterior style. Inside, the aesthetic is airy with a monochrome palette. The house was reconfigured to create flowing spaces filled with natural light.
A substantial new addition expanded the footprint to 324sqm, allowing for generous living areas that seamlessly link to the outdoors and the sweeping vistas. The kitchen is set up for catering to extended family or visitors, there’s a scullery and long island with breakfast bar. It’s just as well given there’s plenty of room for visitors. The house has three bedrooms and you’ll find an office that could double as a fourth bedroom. The special property also has a family bathroom, double garage with laundry, separate mudroom, workshop and plenty of storage. This ‘tree house retreat’ is a sophisticated, light-filled sanctuary where indoor comfort meets extraordinary outdoor living. With open sightlines to the Pacific, the home now celebrates its surroundings in every possible way. As renovations go, this is epic and beautiful.

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