An orientally-flavoured and sculptural climbing front garden sits below a magnificent Cedrus deodara spreading welcoming ‘arms’ out from the house. This part of the garden features a great mix of Cycads, pony palm, twisty Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka', casually clipped Buxus and Euonymus, maples, Mondo, rocks and edibles.

The open curving house then wraps around the serene inner sanctuary beneath alders, gingko, camellias and ponga, backed by volcanic rock walls and pond. The transition is through a much-loved open fire terrace– lit most days, giving year-round pleasure and enhancing frequent entertaining.