45 The Esplanade, Manly, Rodney, Auckland, 0930, New Zealand

Located in the prime, tightly held location that is Big Manly, this spectacular property is centrally located on the beachfront and sits on The Esplanade, just a few homes away from the popular and active Manly Sailing Club. The cottage was lovingly built in 1969 by the vendor’s family and has been cherished by the family ever since. Sensitively designed by Malcolm Brown of BDG Architects this home offers uncompromised easy living. The view from the cottage is captivating and delightful and summons you to sit and watch Manly life go by. With multiple benefits including spectacular all-day sun and uninterrupted evening sun into the rear garden.

The Esplanade is one of Whangaparaoa’s most prestigious locations with its gorgeous north-facing aspect over the water and quiet, sleepy feel offering tranquillity and privacy for families. The home has not been sold since it was built and it is easy to see why. The property is simply magical.

It is unique in offering one of the largest waterfront plots on Big Manly Beach with the rear boundary bordering the native trees of Manly park reserve. 45 The Esplanade is an absolute gem of a property – only to be described as a property and opportunity of a lifetime.

Walking over the land is like a step back in time offering yesteryear charm, yet at the same time being conveniently close to the city. Local amenities and community activities are excellent.

The property offers over 1,350m² of true beachfront living and whilst the cottage is modest, it has been well cared for and is home to many memories of boating, playing, and happy times. Offering a total of four bedrooms (the fourth being a combined rumpus and bedroom).

The drive-through carport takes you to an expansive rear garden with room to play games, have fun and relax and then further into a secret garden with an abundant orchard including an infamous avocado tree along with figs, guavas, macadamias, and traditional summer fruit trees. A place to retreat and enjoy abundant birdlife and cool shade from established trees. The cedar barn is an amazing addition to the property and provides invaluable family space for storage of boats and kayaks and also rustic games/ hobbies or entertaining and relaxing.