7 Parklea Drive, Tamahere, Waikato

Nothing beats the refined elegance of Tamahere’s country ambience. Especially in this elite cul-de-sac and headline star, with all its space and air of distinction.

The home nestles amid 5000sqm of pristine gardens, trees and playground leisure. A country resort that blends contemporary style with plush panache; entertainment with privacy and the added invitation of a guest cottage.

The formal welcome is warm and engaging, but once you sweep inside, you’ll discover there is much to fall in love with. Three separate living areas for starters. The family hub is like restaurant dining; a chef’s kitchen with the essential bar-stool island, plus a butler’s scullery streamed with natural light. Formal dining and family relaxation epitomise a country club. Come the evening, when the drapes are drawn, the mood is divine. After-dinner entertainment gives you other choices, however. Either enjoying gas-fire cosiness in the lounge, or absorbing a movie in the home theatre, the space here will captivate you.

Outdoor entertainment is the supporting star. A loggia for alfresco dining; sun lounge with filtered shelter from louvre roofing and the lure of a swimming pool. Saltwater kindness, water jets and bure sunbathing all add up to lingering days smooching in the sun. Summer’s almost here – the timing couldn’t be better.

Come nightfall, bedroom luxury separates the ensuite master retreat from the rest; spa-bath romance and separate cosmetic vanity enhancing its five-star finish. An office next door, or nursery if you need it, while a guest suite with ensuite and two more bedrooms share a bathroom in the far wing.

The country cottage sits at the end of the pool – enough space for privacy, but an invitation to enjoy the pool as well. Complete with a full kitchen and laundry in the bathroom; this is perfect for family, friends or boutique Airbnb.

With Punnet Eatery down the road, Tamahere Village nearby and links to all good schooling; Hamilton and Cambridge, you’ll want for nothing and never want to leave.