WHAT A FIND!

Nestled in the heart of Whakatane is this little bit of magic, a local icon.

A private corner site vehicle entry is from Horrocks Avenue and a walking gate from James St. The 1920's dwelling is of painted weatherboard with a mixture of character double hung sash windows and fixed painted wooden joinery. A covered verandah wraps around two sides of the dwelling and decks on the northern aspect enjoying the privacy of the stunning landscaped garden. A separate garage workshop is easily accessed from the covered back door area and includes a separate lock up hobby room. Perfect for children and pets the section is fully fenced and secure and walking distance to all levels of schools.

Open plan, the kitchen, dining and laundry are included in this generous space. A large pantry and freestanding dishwasher feature in the kitchen. With exceptional natural light, what is presently used as a dining room area could easily also combine casual living. A possible office workspace is neatly enclosed in a cupboard. A log fire provides for winter heating. From the kitchen the outlook is to the driveway and Horrock St and from the dining living area out to the verandah and garden.

A passage leads from the living/dining beyond the main bathroom to the first double bedroom. Large and bathed in afternoon sun this room includes a large wardrobe and mezzanine area for sleeping a stay over friend

The main bathroom includes a shower over bath, vanity and toilet.

The main living area is spacious with a native timber sarked ceiling and features a bricked ornamental fireplace. The outlook through French doors is to the deck and private garden. Neatly positioned in a corner of the living area but nicely screened is discreet office workspace. This area can easily be accessed by the front door, an advantage for one choosing to work from home.

The Master bedroom accessed from the main living area includes an ensuite bathroom with shower, vanity and toilet.

The third bedroom is also generous in size and enjoys an exclusive deck accessed by French doors.

Sweeping traditional verandahs combined with cleverly added purposeful decks. Well maintained the buildings have been enhanced with exceptional landscaping.

A tall mature hedgerow follows the corner street boundary from James St into Horrocks Avenue providing optimum privacy and absorbing sound from traffic and pedestrians. Secondary buxes hedging structures the garden featuring enviable specimens of magnolia, albissia, lillies, palms and camellia. Casual brick paths lead across the lawn where walking areas are required.

Stunning, the garden provides out door spaces for the whole family. Decks for rest and relaxation, privacy and function with the well positioned and screened kitchen garden and clothes line area.
Decks to enjoy alfresco dining and entertaining friends. The large shade trees invite you to erect a hammock and enjoy an afternoon nap or play cricket with the children in the privacy of your own home.

Come, bring the children and delight in the sound of their laughter as they enjoy the freedom of the garden. Experience the charm of this home for yourself.