Sitting right on the Tasman Sea in the charming village of Mapua, New Zealand, a laid-back private estate is all about harmony and taking things easy. On the market for $4.5 million NZD (about $3 million), this property embodies the iconic Kiwi lifestyle. Over 12 acres of lush nature surrounds this classic 2,368-square-foot beach house. With interiors that flow seamlessly into the wild outdoor seascape, the main house offers five bedrooms and four baths of wide-open spacious luxury. Almost all the rooms of the house have outside access to shady nooks and covered decks, and the pristine beachfront. There are three guest rooms, two downstairs lounges, a gourmet kitchen, an office, a music room, and a separate “sleep out” suite off the back deck. Upstairs, the master suite has its own lounge, bath, and observation deck. The open and breezy main house affords the owners and their guests panoramic views …