148 Esplanade, Sumner, Christchurch, Canterbury

Property info: https://www.propertyfiles.co.nz/property/148Esplanade

Holding a prized position at the highly coveted clock tower end of the Esplanade, this award winning architectural masterwork by Cymon Allfrey and California Homes fuses bold form with flawless execution, making an indelible mark on coastal living.

Unveiled in 2020, winning the 2020 Regional Build of the Year award from Master Build, this home distils high-end living into an easy care format, offering a sophisticated lock-and-leave option for those unwilling to compromise on design.

Clad in vertical Western Red Cedar and Coloursteel, the exterior commands attention with a contemporary, refined aesthetic. Inside, Meranti timber ceilings and engineered oak flooring introduce tactile warmth, while floor-to-ceiling glazing draws the eye outward, offering a seamless connection between the interior spaces and the sun-lit wraparound deck.

The minimalist kitchen, featuring an island bench, integrated appliances, and a walk-in pantry, forms the social centrepiece, where dual living spaces allow for entertaining and unwinding.

The entire top floor is a master sanctuary, complete with a built-in bench seat and ensuite, while the lower level hosts two more bedrooms, a family bathroom, and laundry room, catering to both privacy and practicality.

With internal access garaging, abundant storage, solar heating, and an outdoor shower, this approx 233sqm residence offers refinement in every corner.

Set on a generous approx 807sqm section, the property balances precision with potential, featuring a solar shower for post-beach ease and scope to introduce a swimming pool.

A family legacy for generations, now realised as their dream home, this incredibly rare property is available as the vendors move abroad, offering an extraordinary chance for buyers to step into a lifestyle of coastal prestige. Enjoy a barefoot walk across to the beach, playground and cafes.