Whitianga forever home offers spectacular memories

Directly across from the golden sands of Brophys Beach, this substantial Whitianga residence captures the very best of coastal living - space, privacy, and timeless craftsmanship.

Set on a sprawling 2,008sqm (more or less) site, the solid block home was designed and built in 2004 by Murray and Arlene McLean as their ultimate family retreat. Spanning approximately 740sqm, it stands as one of Whitianga’s largest private residences, and as a property created to bring generations together to celebrate everything about life by the sea.

“Murray and Arlene built this as a multi-generational forever home and have loved every moment they spent there”, says Bayleys salesperson Chelsea McLean.

“But after two wonderful decades, they’ve decided it’s time to downsize and spend more time travelling and visiting their grandchildren.”

The home’s scale is impressive but still feels warm and welcoming the moment you walk through the door. There are five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and a dedicated office, complemented by multiple living zones that cater beautifully to both quiet moments and large gatherings.

A separate wing houses three ensuited bedrooms and offers privacy for guests or extended family, while a bright, north-facing sunroom opens seamlessly to a sun-soaked deck - the perfect spot for a morning coffee or evening wine as you watch the waves roll in.

“It’s the perfect home for a buyer who often hosts friends and family. An entertainer’s dream with an expansive design and thoughtful layout, it offers wide communal spaces while also giving everyone their own sense of space and privacy.”

Two gas fireplaces anchor the main living areas, while heat pumps in each bedroom keep the home cosy all year round. Storage is abundant throughout, and the lower level reveals a wine cellar, pool room, workshop, and internal-access double garage.

“It’s a space that easily once housed enough items to fill two homes in the loft area above it. You just don’t find properties of this size on the beachfront.”

On the main level, a second high-stud garage, purpose-built boat shed, and adjoining wet room also ensure there’s space for every car, craft, and coastal essential.

Framed by uninterrupted views of Mercury Bay, the home feels worlds away from city life, yet Whitianga township is just a short five-minute drive for coffee, dining, and supplies.

“It’s a home built for connection, for family, for entertaining, and for simply enjoying where you are, and with beach access right across the road, what more could you want?”

“Murray and Arlene say they’ve loved every minute in the spectacular home full of morning walks, the laughter of family gatherings, and the peace that comes with such a spectacular view, but now they believe it’s someone else’s turn to make it their own.”

For those seeking an exceptional coastal home that balances scale with soul, this Brophys Beach beauty delivers a rare combination of size, quality, and pure seaside serenity.