Mt Maunganui 5/50 Marine Parade

Marine Magic

The coveted dress circle location of this three-bedroom penthouse apartment in a boutique complex heads a long list of attributes that will appeal to many discerning buyers. Whether you're moving to the Mount precinct; seeking an easy undemanding lifestyle for everyday life; or reside outside the region and dream of holidays with the family then this rare-to-secure address is the creme de la creme in beachside retreats.

Unsurprisingly, this top floor apartment holds pride of place for privacy and protected ocean, beach and islands panoramas. Plantation shutters and a cool coastal decor throughout the home injects tropical chic, so start the day right by checking the tides from the balcony. Follow the sun to hunker down around the barbecue on the balcony listening to the oceans soundtrack beneath the organic curves of the building. Whether sun-worshipping or socialising with your steady stream of appreciative guests, the designer kitchen easily handles the catering. Rustle up a banquet and share around the vast stone-topped counter or lounging on bean bags in the family room. Or transport it in a hamper to the silver sands across the road for the best al fresco dining spot in town. Lavish accommodation with electric blinds and doors is served by two luxurious, fully tiled bathrooms with the ensuite to master having an intimate spa bath. The laundry is separate and opt to work from home in the versatile office space or media room - it's wired for sound. Extra wide doorways for mobility and wheelchair access and a convenient video entry system via electric remote indicates life is stress-free here.

Basement parking for three cars with a range of dining options a short walk away to some of Tauranga's top restaurants. Choose to swim and surf at Mount main beach and then stroll the boardwalk in Pilot Bay in the evenings. If you're new around here then join the Mauao morning climbers followed by an excellent coffee at one of the fabulous cafes that dot the shoreline.