13 Frances Street, Waikanae Beach, Kapiti Coast, Wellington

Undoubtedly, many of us wish to be self-sufficient and live off the spoils of our own home grown produce. Well, here's a very special home situated a mere 200m to the beach that allows you to do just that.

This substantially updated three level home with majority double glazing is a true feat of modern engineering, with steeply raked tongue and groove ceilings and striking timber beams. The architecture is as significant as the owners love of the land which has seen the cultivation of an outdoor pantry like no other. You'll enjoy a mix of summer fruits and berries and a range of tasty home-grown vegetables, ready for the chefs kitchen.

Occupying a beautifully elevated North West facing site, adjacent to the beach access path, this is a home of significant proportions. The entry hall with its access to an internal lift leads to the entertainment hub of the home with a supersized games room, a guest bedroom and bathroom, and an enclosed room with a kidney shaped swimming pool, bubbling hot tub and intimate garden views.

The upper mid-level offers up a stylish granite kitchen with a casual family/dining space that opens out onto a large deck overlooking both the lush garden and the coast. Ocean and Island views are drawn deep into the homes interior from all angles, taking in both the sea and Kapiti Island along with the local beach landscape. A split stair in turn leads to a spacious lounge with bamboo flooring and cosy wood burner fireplace. On this level you'll also discover the master bedroom with ensuite, walk-in robe and ocean viewing balcony, along with a further double bedroom, guest bathroom and the lift arrival point.

The homes striking upper mezzanine level enjoys an intimate TV lounge room along with full size attic storage.

If strong architecture, bountiful vegetable gardens, a pool, a short leisurely stroll to the beach and the real quarter acre dream speak to you, then let this be your forever destination.

Private viewings are available over the holidays. Please provide 24 hours notice.