149A Arney Road, Remuera, Auckland City, Auckland

In one of Auckland’s most prestigious streets, this modern fairy-tale castle-like home by legendary architect Claude Megson offers showstopping, sweeping 270-degree views over Bloodworth Park to the harbour and city skyline. Profoundly serene and luxuriously comfortable, it is one of Arney Road’s most impressive homes, dazzling with architectural originality on a large 1102sqm site.

This stunning cliff-top property underwent an extraordinary structural transformation in 2024. Engineering experts from Babbage designed a remarkable stabilization solution, which Groundfix meticulously implemented. The complex renovation involved an intricate anchoring system that securely connected the building to the underlying rock formation. Seven strategic barrier piles, two precision-placed underpinning piles, and six ground anchors worked in concert to create an unprecedented level of structural stability. The project's exceptional engineering excellence was celebrated when it received the prestigious Auckland CCNZ Hynds Construction Awards, recognizing the innovative approach to complex terrain challenges.

New owners can enjoy peace of mind, soaking up the everchanging scenery from multiple light-filled living areas and a sprawling deck that captures sunrises to the east and sunsets to the west. A huge modern designer kitchen caters for large scale entertaining with Gaggenau ovens. Louvred canopies add shelter to an outdoor kitchen and romantic sitting area.

Textured interior walls and soaring angular ceilings give interiors an exquisite sculptural feel while ducted heating ensures constant warmth. From the large entry, staircases create a voyage of discovery to bedroom suites and upstairs living – all with stunning views. There are four bedrooms, plus an office and four bathrooms. The master suite includes his and hers dressing rooms.

Features include double garaging, double-glazed throughout with insect screens, and huge off-street parking behind security gates. This dream home has triumphed over the challenges. Now safe and secure, live the finest lifestyle in the city’s best private and public school zones including double Grammar. Near Remuera, Newmarket, Parnell, waterfront, and public transport.

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