Wind vane points to America's Cup success — and there's a link to All Blacks.

View from roof of old villa told stranger to Auckland he was on a winner.

Developer calls eastern bay 'best least-known' part of Auckland, writes Catherine Masters.

Three homes in 63 years of marriage and couple in their 80s say it's time to move on.

Savvy shopper with eye for best adds female touch to an already handsome renovation.

There's no mention of Goldilocks and porridge, but plaque on house points to footprints.

Apartment has all the comforts of home, discovers Donna McIntyre.

Couple are moving away from dream property after 12 years to stay closer to family.

Apartment complex comes with New York state of mind for mum, dad, and four kids.

Entire industries are devoted to making stuff that gives new life to tired old surfaces.

Catherine Masters is told: Think of 'Doc Martin' and you get the picture.

Raffle prize was the inspiration for this roomy and flexible home.

Home makes the most of the benefits of island life.

Lookalike farmhouse stirs memory of family reunion.

Family of asthmatics wanted warm and dry, so their architect designed house to suit.

Laid-back living in heart of food mecca.

Mansion built in 1857 is brought back to its glory days.

Towards end of 2016 we saw a pretty clear impact from the third iteration of LVR limits.

Couple tell Louise Richardson of a neighbourhood with Kiwi togetherness.

Check out the rules and regulations before you buy.

Homeowners are taking legal action over Carter Holt Harvey's Shadowclad product.

Architect-designed house stole marketing strategist Penny McKavanagh's heart.

The outlook over the bush to Lion Rock and views of the ocean were an immediate drawcard.

Tranquil setting offers dazzling natural delights — native bush and sea views.

Freehold studio has everything on its doorstep.

House has such personality and charm the family gave it a name.

Starting life as a villa, this home was updated and has been in the same family since.

Home's unusual shape creates a resort-like feeling year-round.

Lovingly restored home brought a wonderful place to live and a treasured friendship.

House design allows calming outlooks as you move from room to room.