Evenings in this Hilltop home belong to the lake, best watched from the elevated living area as the sun goes down. Recognised with a gold award in the 2014 Registered Master Builders House of the Year, it suits owners who want quality without the upkeep, whether that’s a holiday retreat, a lock-and-leave or a permanent base.

• Gold award winner, 2014 Registered Master Builders House of the Year.
• Lift connecting both levels.
• Elevated open plan living with lake views and all day sun.
• Self-stacking doors opening the living area wide to the deck.
• Kitchen with gas hob, butler’s pantry, and generous storage.
• Master suite with deck access, walk-in wardrobe and ensuite.

Built in 2013 (approximately), this home makes ownership easy from the moment you pull in. Internal access garaging and generous storage take the effort out of arriving, and the lift carries bags, groceries, and guests between levels. Downstairs, a separate guest level with its own family bathroom and laundry gives visiting family room to spread out. Gas radiators, a central heat pump and full double glazing keep every room comfortable, whether you’re here for summer or the middle of winter.

Hilltop puts the lakefront, cafés, shops, Taupō Hospital and Hilltop School minutes away. The fully fenced, low maintenance grounds keep weekends free for the water, while raised vegetable beds and fruit trees reward a little time in the garden. There’s off street parking for the boat or campervan too. After years of enjoying it, the owners are ready to hand over the keys, so book a viewing and see the lake from the deck for yourself.