Fall in love with the quirky, maritime character of one of Northcote's original older homes on the cliff. Reminiscent of a ship captain's hideaway, the rambling (three/four bedroom) traditional home has a host of large and intimate and dining areas, all brimming with timber craftsmanship and cosy fireplaces. The property hides in a peaceful street, stepping down the garden to the water (with riparian rights) where you can park your kayaks ready for adventure.

Sun pours inside across a vast, north east facing entertainer's terrace that commands breathtaking views reaching from Rangitoto Island down the Waitemata Harbour to the city. A self-contained one/two bedroom apartment downstairs opens to a pool.