7 Rautara Street, Orakei, Auckland City, Auckland

Nestled in a prestigious bays location, this generously sized and fully fenced executive residence offers everything a growing family needs - comfort, style, and exceptional indoor-outdoor entertaining. Nestled behind a stone wall, with electric gates, the sunny property sits amidst other superior properties within walking distance of in-zone Orakei School. Being marketed as a deceased estate, this distinctive 2012 constructed Jalcon home must be sold.

A 249 sqm floor plan configured over two levels offers copious natural light with the lofty double height reception atrium having a distinctive spherical light pendant illuminating a stairwell ascending to core living areas above. Here, light timber flooring anchors an elegant open plan sitting and dining room with gas fireplace and plantation shutters for that coastal Hamptons vibe. Ranch sliders stack back to incorporate an enclosed balcony with a sunscreen roller blind system for all weather use and dining alfresco. A stylish and functional culinary hub the kitchen has plentiful high gloss cabinetry; island sink bench and stainless appliances. Four bedrooms are divided between levels with the master on the upper floor comprising of a walk-in closet and a chic fully tiled Jack and Jill ensuite. There's a powder room for guests while the main bathroom downstairs combines a bathtub, shower, floating vanity and toilet. Both of the ground floor bedrooms enjoy indoor/outdoor flow. A spacious second lounge filled with natural light offers the perfect retreat, seamlessly opening to a large, secluded barbeque patio flooded with afternoon sun.

A flat section of 428 sqm is easy care and attractively landscaped with an internal access double garage and off-street parking. Close to transport, schools, shops and bay beaches with the nearby Orakei Bay Village a few minutes walk from home. A short drive to Eastridge for all the shopping essentials and a swift commute to the CBD, this superb property is ready to elevate your lifestyle - bigger, better, and brighter.