Built to make the most of the beautiful gardens of Frimley Park this 1984 Barry Sweet designed home has more than stood the test of time. Tucked into the corner of a quiet side street the road view gives few clues to the delightful surprise which lies beyond the front door. The overwhelming sensation is of space, light and calm as one enters the wide tiled entrance hall which leads through to the living areas ahead and seamlessly out to the "putting green" and the glorious vista of Frimley Park and the Rose Gardens beyond. The generous formal living with woodburner flows to the suntrap conservatory and a glorious entertaining area capturing the last of the afternoon sun or a sheltered spot for lunch. Both areas adjoin the kitchen/family room with heatpump and all modern conveniences - ahead of its time with a large central cooking island, two kitchen sinks, extensive pantry and storage space, double oven and double dish drawer. The separate laundry and utility area is conveniently situated for access to the sunny and private clothesline area, workshop and outdoor shower. The guest bedroom downstairs is well situated for morning sun, spacious and light with ensuite and security door to side patio. Upstairs the master suite is sublime in its use of space and light. Two walk in wardrobes and an office "cupboard" keep clutter to a minimum. The bathroom with bath, shower, WC and bidet is large and sunny. A further dressing room area or sunroom begs the reading of a book in the afternoon sun. Then there is the upstairs deck - sheltered and overlooking the glorious changing view of the Park. Meticulously maintained and immaculately presented this property has been specifically designed to ensure that every minute not spent on the golf course could be just as enjoyable in what is truly a champion home.
Real Estate as a career was more by accident than design. Two years of a law degree and a bit more of a B.A. led to property mamagement in 1980 at Rod Weir & Co. in Wellington where I first attained a Salesperson Certificate - a vastly different animal from today‘s extensive training, especially as provided by major market players.
Two years overseas travel, a stint in commercial interior design, completion of a degree in English Literature, more overseas travel and a marriage in Australia saw me back to Real Estate (what is it about it?) this time for Raine & Horne, Sydney. A move to Auckland, some computer work and a lot of golf and I was suddenly unmarried, working exporting wool in Taupo. Experience of difficult markets may be applied to many disciplines and where else to turn when a change of tack was required? - Real Estate!!
In the last twenty one years as a Sales Consultant in your area I have learnt that all those years accumulating a wealth of knowledge and experience can actually REALLY be used in one job.
In 1998 I completed a Diploma of Business Studies - Real Estate after eighteen months of study at Massey and joined the local Real Estate Institute District Committee, becoming Vice President in 2004 and President in 2006, re-elected for a further term in 2007 and a further term in 2008. With AREINZ status I managed a Havelock North office from October 2000 to February 2005. In 2006 I joined the Bayleys team and look forward to furthering my career under their excellent umbrella of brand, marketing and culture.
My goals are to listen to clients needs and help them fulfil their dreams.
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