Inspired by timeless, colonial architecture, and future-proofed with an extensive list of modern luxuries, this gracious home offers the ultimate solution for your family's continually evolving lifestyle needs. Built in 2012 and set in a grandstand position amongst one of Mission Bay's finest parade of homes, the grandeur, reminiscent of Raffles Hotel, unfolds ceremonially on approach through secure electric gates, to an an elegant and dramatic mid-floor entrance. The true hub of the home upstairs comprises a stylish free-flowing living room with gas fire, open plan dining, and sensational, top-of-the-line kitchen with scullery. The living area extends outdoors to a generous loggia with a crows-nest vista from Bastion Point to the Harbour and Rangitoto - the perfect, sheltered spot to enjoy a Singapore Sling or Sea Breeze, perhaps? Accommodation upstairs includes a generous master suite with luxury tiled ensuite, walk-in-robe & wide north-facing terrace, plus an additional guest bedroom with full bathroom, dual purposed as a powder room. Downstairs functions perfectly providing separation for children of all ages, with 3 large double bedrooms, family bathroom and media room / rumpus opening to a covered patio and super-sized level lawn for summer games & entertainment, all fully fenced and bordered by landscaped gardens. A separate laundry, double garage with guest parking, and utility yard with vege garden round off this beautifully proportioned 282m2 home. The location speaks for itself, being just moments to the Mission Bay Waterfront, Eastridge Shopping Centre and zoned Kohimarama School. This home is bound to satisfy the most particular of "wish-lists" & impress with its high specification and extensive catalogue of features. Your early inspection is encouraged. C.V. $2,900,000 (2014). View Heli-video: http://youtu.be/QLQk9JbS6sQ Interactive Floor Plan: http://goo.gl/ulJjdx