2 Ranginui Street, Mangonui, Far North, Northland, 0420, New Zealand

This utterly unique 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom home has been designed to mimic the shape and proportions of a sea shell, discretely positioned in the trees above Mill Bay, and enjoying superb sea, bush, and garden views. Set within 975 sqm of landscaped gardens and located easy walking distance from the shops and eateries of Mangonui Village, this home offers a serene retreat in a convenient central location.

Aptly named The Shell House, this two-level home enjoys a wonderfully private setting, nestled within the trees and enjoying an abundance of sunshine and filtered views of Mill Bay below and the bush clad slopes of Rangikapiti Pa across the bay. The heart of the home is a semi-circular open-plan living area, walled in glass and opening to a wrap-around deck that steps down to sloping gardens filled with native birds. The curved motif is carried throughout the home with a stunning circular window in the dining area and a curved wooden staircase winding up to a mezzanine bedroom or study.

The mezzanine includes its own bathroom and a charming window alcove finished with a wave like mural that extends up from the floor below. The master bedroom is positioned around a curved wall behind the lounge and features access to the front deck, lovely views, and close proximity to the main bathroom. The third bedroom is tucked away near the main entrance and the bathroom features a bath, separate toilet, and separate shower room.

Surrounding grounds include a diversity of mature native and ornamental trees, olives and other productive fruit trees, an adjoined carport with a scallop shaped roof, a lock up tool shed, and a sheltered rear patio.