5a Florida Place Saint Heliers, Auckland

Displaying an exceedingly lovely heart but in need of some remedial work to address weather tightness issues, this Mediterranean-inspired villa in St Heliers is worth the effort. For those who have the skill and vision for the job, this elegantly designed home on a peaceful cul-de-sac provides a rarely available entree into this prestigious neighbourhood. Built in the 1990s and ranging across three split levels of living and accommodation, the 172 sqm home sits amidst lushly landscaped grounds with covered Spanish-style terraces flanked by lawns and raised beds of tropical plantings.

A welcoming reception area has steps down to the ground floor where easy flow from living areas to the outdoors encourages al fresco leisure and entertaining. Set up the tables and get out the grazing platters for those summer lunches - this is as close as you'll get to holidaying in Marbella right now! The open plan living area has bi-fold doors stacking back to the balcony on one side and the terrace on the other. A spacious dining room also accesses the balcony and has a built-in granite topped hostess area backing onto the contemporary kitchen. Here, Bosch stainless steel appliances, pewter-toned cabinetry and bevel-edged granite counters create an elegant combination. On the upper level, three generously proportioned double bedrooms and a large office give off resort-feel vibes with plantation shutters and indoor/outdoor flow enhancing the lush leafy outlook. Two bathrooms include the ensuite to the master.

The double garage is internally accessed from a street frontage with plenty of room for two more off street parks. In zone for both St Ignatius and Glendowie Schools as well as Baradene College for secondary, this outstanding opportunity is close to the eastern beaches, restaurants and shops and a swift 25-minute commute to and from the city centre.