Panoramic sea views and renovated mid-century style come together to create this cool designer beach pad. It's located at the crest of Old North Road at the northern end of Orewa and is framed with easy-care grounds, making it the ultimate family home or lock-up-and-leave getaway.

Solid 70s construction has been reinvigorated with a series of unique contemporary twists within this captivating seaside sanctuary. The elevated and spacious two-level residence was designed to showcase expansive vistas of the Hauraki Gulf and its islands. The flexible floorplan easily accommodates a family or visitors and offers three bedrooms, an office, rumpus/ media room and internal double garage. There is space for the boat out front and no lawns to mow.

The open-plan kitchen, living and raised dining area upstairs has walls of stacking glass doors framing the view and connecting it to the deck that runs the length of the home. External louvres can be adjusted for shade and privacy, while the Louvretec canopy provides shelter. High ceilings enhance the sense of space and a wood burner keeps things cosy in winter. The office and three bedrooms up stairs are serviced by the main bathroom that has both a bath and shower, each bedroom opens out to a sunny deck area. Downstairs offers the rumpus/media room, a bathroom, separate laundry and internal access to the double garage, which has its own separate entrance.

The local area is friendly and relaxed - a great community that offers excellent schools and access to Orewa's buzzing cafe's, bar and restaurant scene. Hatfield's is a popular and picturesque golden bay that boats can be launched from, while Orewa's vast stretch of sand is the perfect place for swims and strolls. Nearby Alice Eaves Scenic Reserve is a 16ha forest that is filled with walking and biking trails. Motorway onramps are close by, along with the handy bus service.

This is your opportunity to enjoy this summer by the sea.