Above the bay, beyond compare

From the cliffs of Hahei, the world opens wide. Mercury Bay shimmers in every direction, its turquoise waters punctuated by craggy headlands, pōhutukawa-framed coves, and the sculpted grandeur of 4 Margaret Place.

It is here, adjacent to one of New Zealand’s most iconic seascapes, you’ll discover a residence that commands its presence: a five bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom coastal retreat pairing architectural precision with the easy flow of life on the Coromandel Peninsula.

“Views are nothing short of cinematic,” say Bayleys waterfront specialists Belinda Sammons and Kylie Pullen. “From the living zones, the horizon is infinite, yet accessible; the home doesn’t just overlook Hahei, it belongs to it.”

Architecturally designed with a striking blend of concrete, cedar, steel, and glass, the residence unfolds across two levels. The upper floor houses an expansive open-plan living pavilion, anchored by a granite-clad kitchen and adjoining scullery.

A home designed for sharing

Floor-to-ceiling glazing ensures the ocean is never far from sight, while sliding doors extend the living spaces onto an expansive hardwood deck, sourced from the Solomon Islands specifically for its enduring coastal qualities, to provide an outdoor room where sea and sky set the stage for gatherings that linger long after sunset.

The master suite is a lesson in understated luxury: warm cedar ceilings, a sculptural pendant, and a window seat framing uninterrupted ocean views. Four additional bedrooms, including a bespoke bunkroom with built-in king singles, offer flexibility for family and guests.

“It’s a home designed for sharing,” Sammons says. “Long summers, sandy feet, kids, grandkids, friends and family. It’s a residence that balances scale with intimacy beautifully.”

Luxury underscores functionality

On the lower level, a private wing spills out to landscaped grounds. Underscoring ultimate functionality, the home also includes an executive office, media lounge, and well-appointed laundry. Practical luxuries abound: ducted air conditioning, European-tiled bathrooms with rain head showers, automated blinds, garaging for cars and boats, and thoughtful storage for surfboards and coastal living essentials.

Outdoors, native planting blends effortlessly with reserve land that protects both privacy and direct access to Hahei’s white sands. A hot outdoor shower, surfboard rack, and hot tub terrace complete the rhythm of life – morning swims, lazy afternoons, and evenings under the stars.

“This is an invitation to experience Hahei at its most authentic, with a home that honours its setting and offers a uniquely New Zealand lifestyle without compromise,” Pullen says.