Auction: 34 Shortland Street, City on Wednesday 19 November 2025 at 10:00AM (unless sold prior)
A timeless icon resting at the summit of Takapuna's Golden Mile, "Black Rock" is a character villa of enduring elegance. After 20 years of ownership, this long-standing home and its all-encompassing sea views are ready to be entrusted to a new owner.
Built in 1922 and gradually enhanced and meticulously maintained through the years, today its graceful presence still holds influence over Takapuna's most prestigious road and beach.
Behind automated gates, Black Rock commands unobstructed sea views and 810m2 of manicured grounds (more or less). A true sense of arrival greets you with a formal entrance that reveals a 460m² footprint (more or less). This four-bedroom, three-bathroom home including a separate loft flat offers expansive living zones and sunlit balconies, crafted to entertain as effortlessly as they rest.
With vast sea views taking in Rangitoto and local headlands, it's a coastal outlook alive with ocean liners, surfacing orcas, and regatta sails skimming the gulf.
From casual gatherings on the lower deck by the spa pool to dinners in the entertainer’s kitchen and balcony-wrapped living zone, the experience remains the same, unmistakably refined. The master suite is a top-floor retreat with extensive wardrobing, an ensuite, and a vantage that embraces panoramic views of the Waitemata Harbour from Whangaparaoa Peninsula to St Heliers. Above the triple garage is a loft flat, ideal for accommodating teenagers or extended family, with private access.
Manicured gardens are rich in charm and invite a quiet moment or summer garden parties. Completely secure with ample parking, the grounds offer absolute peace of mind.
A short stroll places you at the water's edge of Takapuna Beach or among its vibrant cafes, restaurants, bars, and boutiques. It's a seaside destination that's never short of atmosphere, and zoned for esteemed schools, including Takapuna Grammar and Dual Westlake education.
Black Rock is a thread in the fabric of Takapuna, offering unique opportunities for the next discerning owner.
