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RMBA House of the Year Winner The Boathouse Taupo

THE BOATHOUSE

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"I decided to choose Simon Dumble of Beechtree Building to build my house at 171 Lake Terrace & it was the best decision I had ever made. The build was right on the Lakefront with limited access & in a Geothermal area. The build required not only the difficult logistics of getting materials on site, but also getting such things as concrete trucks to negotiate a narrow access. Simon was simply amazing at procuring materials & delivering on site, as well as organising sub-contractors etc so that there were no delays. The quality of the build was excellent. Simon was able to add value to the gifted architect, dealing with a sometimes-contrary owner under pressure. The result was delivered on time & received a well-deserved House of the Year award. Since being finished, there have been so many flattering comments as to the build. I am so pleased I made that first decision to choose Simon Dumble as my builder."

 

Steve Bignell

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS

Strolling along the water’s edge of Lake Taupo, you’ll spy two distinctive gable ends that reveal a home with a classic Kiwi boathouse feel.

 

Time-honored cedar board and batten cladding conspire with trough-style spouting to give a traditional look. Wide steps welcome guests onto the main outdoor living area where a kwila deck has built-in seating. It’s a beautiful spot to sit back with a cold one and watch the sun set after a long day fishing on the lake.

 

Large stacking doors open to the kitchen-dining hub, equipped with commercial-grade appliances. Warm tile floors and plenty of natural lighting are welcome features of this space.

 

Architectural beams on the main deck frame the picture-perfect view of Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro and Ngauruhoe. A second set of stacked doors lead to a sheltered rear deck while maintaining the unrestricted views of the lake and mountains. There’s also a geo-thermally heated cedar hot tub, which can be directly accessed from the rear bedrooms. The lake-facing master suite enjoys wonderful views and a luxury ensuite. 

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