AUCTION TODAY Tucked away, this secret gem speaks of gracefulness and grandeur, charm and romance.

Rich in French architecture - inlaid parquet flooring, marble tiles, panelled walls, coffered ceilings, chandeliers and stained glass windows to just name a few - features unheard of these days.

Enter through a grand courtyard with fish pond and north facing established gardens. Entertain in the elegant formal lounge and dining room sporting an open fireplace and French doors, and live comfortably in the family annex with second mezzanine lounge. Four bedrooms make up the main house with a separate wing, a perfect self-contained area for overstaying guests. Each room offers a glimpse of the garden, a secluded and private arrangement. Plenty of parking and secure garaging.

A tranquil Coastal Beach Haven location just a few minutes' walk from the water's edge and so close to Birkenhead amenities and central Auckland. This is a distinctive yet dreamlike property, crafted with care and awaiting your continued loving. Call Nicky H and Roy Dong today to have an exclusive viewing.

To be sold at auction on Thursday, 29 September (unless sold prior)