Architectural Masterpiece Oasis with Pool and Spa

Just 10 minutes from Albany Centre, this beautifully designed home offers a peaceful retreat. Its open kitchen and dining area lead to a second lounge overlooking the pool and distant valley. A short drive takes you to a shopping mall, restaurants, a cinema, and cafés, with quick access to SH1/SH16. ☆ Wi-fi | Fast and unlimited ☆ Laundry | In-unit washer and dryer ☆ Parking | Driveway for three vehicles ☆ Top Location | Albany at your doorstep ☆ Self-check-in | Book and check in within minutes Thoughtfully built and designed by Stephen Matthews Architects, with a minimalist approach to creating spaces, the property features a separation between the garage wing and the rest of the house, achieved through the front entrance at the end of a long driveway. Exposed timber beams convey masculinity while evoking a sense of closeness to nature. Curated with high-quality interiors through a mix of minimal and oriental designs and furniture, the home offers semi-open-plan living with outdoor and indoor flow throughout all areas on the ground floor, stretching from the main lounge at one end to the bedrooms on the other, all with views of the swimming pool and the green valley. While the main lounge with a 75-inch TV can act as a home theatre with high-end leather furniture, the second lounge with a fireplace is a cosy space to gather and have quality time with our loved ones. A fully equipped kitchen with a long second marble benchtop can satisfy any great cook in the family. WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE HOME ✧ Gas fireplace in the main living area ✧ Handy desk if needed for study or work ✧ Spa, swimming pool and basketball hoop ✧ Upright piano if you are musically inclined ✧ Two lounge areas, one with a large 75” TV ✧ Four large bedrooms with large wardrobes ✧ Outdoor fireplace - please supply your own wood ✧ Patio area with BBQ, outdoor furniture and fireplace ✧ Covered gazebo area with lounge outdoor furniture ✧ Open-plan living areas with kitchen, dining and living space ✧ Air conditioning in the main living room area and main bedroom ✧ Three full bathrooms, including shower, vanity and toilet + 2 have a bathtub ✧ Kitchen includes oven, gas cooktop, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE LOCATION ✧ Westfield Albany Mall is within a 13-minute drive ✧ North Harbour Stadium is within a 11-minute drive ✧ Riverhead is within a 14-minute drive ✧ Browns Bay Beach is within a 20-minute drive ✧ Long Bay Beach is within a 22-minute drive ✧ Snowplanet is within a 24-minute drive ✧ Whenuapai is within a 25-minute drive ✧ Orewa Beach is within a 28-minute drive ✧ Auckland Art Gallery is within a 32-minute drive ✧ Auckland War Memorial Museum is within a 32-minute drive ✧ SkyCity is within a 32-minute drive ✧ Whangaparaoa is within a 37-minute drive Note: Driving times are an indication only and may change due to traffic or weather WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE HOST Make your stay seamless by choosing us as your accommodation provider. Our dedicated customer support team is just a phone call away, ready to assist you from 8 am to midnight. Whether you need recommendations for local attractions, assistance with reservations, or have any other queries, we are here to help. You can rest easy knowing that you have a reliable and accessible support system at your fingertips.  WHERE YOU WILL STAY Ground Floor: Living room x 2 , dining room, kitchen, garage, bedroom 3, 4 and family bathroom. Level Two: Bedroom 3, family bathroom, and laundry room Level Three: Main bedroom 1 with ensuite and desk WHERE YOU’LL SLEEP All our beds are made with fresh, hotel-grade linen sheets and a triple-sheet technique instead of duvet covers. Bedroom One: King-sized medium comfort bed with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite Bedroom Two: Queen-sized medium comfort bed with double wardrobe Bedroom Three: Queen-sized medium comfort bed with double wardrobe Bedroom Four: Bunk beds made up of 1 single and 1 x queen beds with double wardrobe GUEST ACCESS ✧ Complete and uninterrupted access to the majority of the home ✧ The garage is locked for staff use only INTERACTION WITH GUESTS ✧ Before Arrival: We will make sure you have all the information you require to ensure an easy arrival, including clear and detailed self-check-in instructions ✧ After Arrival: We like to message you occasionally during your stay and are happy to provide additional recommendations if asked ✧ Support: In the unlikely event you have an issue with the accommodation, we always respond as soon as possible to guests' messages, so rest assured you're in good hands GETTING AROUND ✧ There is driveway parking available for a maximum of 3 vehicles ✧ As this is a rural location, you will need a vehicle to get around OTHER THINGS TO NOTE While enjoying this home as your home away from home, we kindly ask you to keep the following in mind: ✧ No breakfast is provided with this listing - please do take the chance to enjoy some of Auckland’s beautiful cafes ✧ Be respectful to the house and neighbours, with no disturbance to the neighbourhood. Violation of this will result in immediate eviction without refund at the host's decision, regardless of policy and booking in place ✧ Strictly no parties or large gatherings without approval. Violation of this will result in immediate eviction without refund at the host's decision ✧ No smoking is permitted anywhere on the property, indoors or outdoors. This is a 100% smoke-free home. A cleaning fee will apply if this rule is violated ✧ A form of government ID along with a selfie is required by the host ✧ Please leave the pool in the same state it was in during check-in ✧ If you have children, please ensure they are supervised at all times, to ensure their safety and security. The gate to the swimming pool must be closed and secured at all times as per New Zealand regulations of pool area safety ✧ The spa pool is maintained on a regular basis to ensure it is hygienic for all guests. As guests, you are required to be clean before entering the spa and to keep it hygienic and clean during your stay and at check-out. Should it be left unclean and unhygienic for the next guests, charges for treatment and loss of rent will apply ✧ Kindly be aware that our pools and spas adhere to a predetermined maintenance service schedule. Our team might be present on-site during your stay to guarantee that these amenities are maintained to the highest standards for your enjoyment. We will make every effort to minimise any inconvenience and complete our tasks promptly ✧ Exterior CCTV camera in operation ✧ Please be aware that our landscaping, including lawn mowing and gardening, follows a scheduled maintenance plan. Our team may be on-site during your stay to maintain our grounds to the highest standard. We will strive to minimise any inconvenience and complete our tasks promptly ✧ This home is on septic tanks; use eco-friendly and biodegradable products ✧ This home is on tank water; please be mindful of water consumption ✧ Unfortunately, the playhouse is not safe for children to use