It might stand tall on Mt Pleasant, but luxurious is a more apt description for this newly revamped residence. The wonderful home is now beautifully equipped for easy living and entertaining.

On the ground floor you’ll find four bedrooms, including the master suite with built-in bed head and his-and-hers dressing room in American oak. The ensuite, with its large freestanding bath, tiled shower and double basin, is an everyday retreat. Oval mirrors add a fairytale flourish. Take the feature stairwell to the upper floor where a wonderful dining experience awaits through bi-fold doors. Party of eight? No problem, just take a seat at the spacious table under a crystal-ball chandelier. A wine fridge and small bar with built-in cabinetry complete the package for easy hosting. Under-slab heating keeps everyone warm from the ground up. A fireplace in the open-plan area adds extra warmth and ambience on winter nights.

Budding chefs will be blooming with pride in the bright and inviting European-designed kitchen. Complete with American oak joinery, a curved mosaic splashback, a hidden 2m-long rangehood, and all the mod cons, it’s the heart of the home’s living space. A cleverly designed benchtop incorporates a breakfast island and workspace with views. For more informal entertaining, step onto the large tiled deck and barbecue area, where an automated louvre roof system is on weather watch. Glass balustrades ensure an uninterrupted outlook. Views of the city, Southern Alps and Kaikoura coastline are captured from every corner of this stunning home through brand-new double-glazed windows.