Inspired by the residence of Batrice de Rothschild, this property is 1/6th the size of the iconic Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in the French seaside village of Cape Saint-Jean-Ferrat, which was designed by French architect Aaron Messiah and constructed between 1905 and 1912.
This solid concrete built home offers two levels of pure luxury with incredible attention to detail. Opening with a marble-tiled atrium flooded in natural light from decorative skylights, this home makes it easy to imagine entertaining in the open plan area, which includes a dining area that opens out to a North-facing patio, or in one of two formal lounges.
A kitchen with ample storage space sports a stylish granite benchtop and hand-made brass handles, while a lift connecting the two floors provides unprecedented accessibility and comfort. Also on this level is an independent study and bathroom, which can be converted into a guest room. The laundry contains one of two doors offering internal access to the triple garage.
On the upper level, five bedrooms include the impressive marble-tiled master, with a super-sized en suite, dressing room and Juliet balcony which offers uninterrupted views across to Rangitoto. Another spacious en suite bedroom boasts an additional walk-in wardrobe, while the three others share a decoratively tiled family bathroom.
Modern essentials including underfloor heating and smart tech throughout makes this home even more welcoming, whilst a bore offering thermal water on the property is another asset at your disposal.
The unique craftsmanship of the home's decorations are not found anywhere else in New Zealand. With handcrafted antique chandeliers and wrought-iron railings in the atrium, and imported European curtains in every formal entertainment space and bedroom, these features bring the refined living style of French aristocracy into everyday living.
Located on a quiet country lane on the prestigious Clifton Peninsula, this magnificent property is also close to the tranquil Whitford Village, the esteemed Rydges Formosa 18-hole Golf Resort and surrounding coastal reserves.
Botany Town Centre can be accessed in a 15 minute drive, with the motorway 25 minutes away. In zone with Shelly Park School, Somerville Intermediate, Howick College, and buses en route to St Kentigern's College, schooling for all levels is easily accessible.
