La Dolce Vita

Translated literally, La Dolce Vita means 'the Good Life' - and that's exactly what this stunning, luxury residence offers.

From the central city location, to the easy-care freehold title, to the expansive city and sea views, this home is something special - and that's before you even set foot inside this Mediterranean-inspired villa.

You could be in an Italian courtyard, complete with fountain, when you knock on the large double front doors and step through to the expansive double-height tiled foyer. On this level you'll find 3 bedrooms, guest bathrooms and double-internal access garage, surrounded by easy-care tropical gardens.

A staircase with Italianate iron balustrade carries you up to the main level, where you're drawn to a spacious formal living room, with open-plan kitchen / dining, plus another lounge area, to the side. The warm oak flooring throughout, plus granite benchtop and European appliances in the kitchen, give the assurance that no expense has been spared.

In the winter, the two gas fires will keep you warm; in the summer, you can throw open the stacker doors and bi-folds to fully-appreciate the wonderful views, where you'll spend hours on the expansive balcony enjoying sunsets over the Orakei Basin and the twinkle of city lights as you entertain friends and family. The view is the same from a 2nd balcony found off the sumptuous master suite, also located on this level.

What is hidden from view is the hydraulic lift, ensuring the home is future-proofed and suitable for the less-mobile. You also won't be able to see the construction of the home - again, no expense spared with galvanised steel framing throughout, plus 60mm-thick 'Insulclad'.

With a location on one of Orakei's most sought-after streets, just minutes from the CBD and Eastern Bay beaches, and with the Coates Ave shops and amenities almost across the road, this really...

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