69 Marine Parade, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga & Surrounds

The long view

Some positions are simply irreplaceable. Having been in the family for 57 years this is one of them. Elevated, 802sqm (more or less) of freehold land, and delivering what so many along this parade simply can't - panoramic, uninterrupted ocean views.

The appeal here is as much about what's possible as what already exists. Whether you're planning what comes next or simply enjoying what's here for now, this is a property where the long game makes sense and where the value is firmly underpinned by position alone. This is Golden Mile real estate in its purest form.

The existing home reflects an unmistakable bach energy. Clad in beachy brick and timber, it's relaxed, unpretentious, and quietly confident in its setting - a home that invites sandy feet, salty air, and easy living.

Downstairs, two bedrooms are supported by a bathroom with laundry, alongside an open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area. Large picture windows frame the view, French doors invite the breeze, and jandals become part of the daily uniform. The kitchen is generous and practical, designed to keep pace with beach days, shared meals, and easy hosting. Dash in for lunch, refuel, head straight back out - it's the kind of place where days are spent in togs and evenings roll in slowly.

Warm timber panelling wraps the second level, giving it character, calm, and a sense of retreat. Here you'll find an additional bedroom, a separate toilet, a second living area, and sunroom. The entire front of this level is largely glazed, ensuring the ocean remains a constant backdrop. It's a space that feels made for shared moments, board games, reading, or simply sitting still while the world moves outside.

Out the back, a separate guest house sits privately on the expansive lawn, offering a bedroom, ensuite, and small living space. It's ideal for visitors, extended family, extra accommodation, or teens - a little independence without losing connection.

The front lawn is elevated and sun-soaked, the perfect place to pull out a lounger, pour a coffee or a cheeky afternoon drink, and settle in. Watch the walkers, the surfers, the rhythm of the coast unfolding below. Elevation is everything on Marine Parade - and here, it's a genuine advantage. The raised position lifts you above the dunes, opening up expansive coastal views from the ground level that you can enjoy today and protect into the future.

Behind it all, the backyard opens wide, bordered by mature trees adding privacy and a sense of shelter. There's space to park the boat or camper, pitch tents for overflow guests, or set up backyard cricket and lawn games for long summer afternoons. If you're holding the property as is, it's a playground of possibilities.

An outdoor shower waits by the house for rinsing off salt and sand, while the beachfront boardwalk sits just across the road - perfect for sunrise strolls or evening wanderings when you're not quite ready for the day to end. And when you do feel like heading out, Downtown Mount is an easy stroll away. Cafés, restaurants, bars, ice cream stops, boutique shopping - all close enough to feel part of daily life, not a destination. Leave the car at home. Walk everywhere. Let the location do the heavy lifting.

This isn't about buying a house. This is about securing one of Mount Maunganui's most prized beachfront positions - a front-row seat on the Golden Mile, with elevation, views, and future potential that are becoming harder to find.

Opportunities like this don't come around often - and when they do, they're worth paying attention to.