Magnificent Shorelines
Auckland
Herne Bay, St Heliers, Takapuna, Devonport, Waiheke & More.
Auckland is built around two harbours: the sheltered Waitematā Harbour, which opens to the Hauraki Gulf, and the tidal Manukau Harbour, which opens to the Tasman Sea.
We list sparingly across the eastern bays of the Waitematā, the cliff-edged peninsulas of the inner harbour, and the Gulf islands — including Waiheke, Rangitoto, Motutapu, Kawau, and Great Barrier.
Frequently asked
About Auckland
- Where is Auckland in New Zealand?
- Auckland sits in the upper North Island, built across a narrow isthmus between two harbours — the Waitematā to the east, opening to the Hauraki Gulf and the Pacific, and the Manukau to the west, opening to the Tasman Sea. It is New Zealand’s largest city and the country’s main international gateway.
- What kind of waterfront properties does Exclusive Waterfront Properties list in Auckland?
- We list carefully across Auckland’s most tightly held coastal pockets — the inner-harbour suburbs of Herne Bay, St Marys Bay and Westmere, the eastern bays from Mission Bay through to St Heliers, the North Shore beaches of Takapuna, Milford and Devonport, and the Hauraki Gulf islands, with a particular focus on Waiheke.
- Why is Waiheke Island significant?
- Waiheke is about a 40-minute ferry ride from downtown Auckland and has become internationally recognised for its vineyards, olive groves, beaches and architect-designed homes. It is one of the country’s most sought-after holiday and lifestyle locations, with a permanent community alongside a substantial seasonal one.
- How accessible is Auckland?
- Auckland International Airport connects directly to Asia, North America, the Middle East and Australia, and the city is the principal hub for domestic flights across New Zealand. The inner waterfront suburbs, eastern bays and North Shore are all within about 15 to 25 minutes of the central city, and Waiheke is reached by regular passenger and car ferry from downtown.
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