A TRIP DOWN MEMORY LANE

I first saw this charming character home nearly forty years ago. It had such presence and character that every classic 1940s detail I saw then, was still fresh in my mind when I saw it again today.

The charm of the property which had created such an impression, has the same effect today. This home wasn't just built, it was crafted, and the standard of workmanship at the time can only be described as awe inspiring.

It is a home like no other I have seen in Tauranga, with many of these gems having been removed or even bulldozed over the years. The fact that it has only ever had two owners in the last sixty four years is testament to not only its long lasting and universal appeal, but also it's outstanding Avenues location, over the road to the St Mary's School playing fields and a short stroll to the waterfront. Of course today, cafes, shopping and CBD are only minutes away as well.

The stucco home with its tiled roof nestles nicely into the gently sloping 825m² site, providing both spacious front and back gardens and a sunny aspect to water views of the inner harbour from the dual living areas, master bedroom and balcony. Two more bedrooms, kitchen, dining and bathroom make up the first floor with a very generous single garage/workshop and additional carport in the basement below.

The extensive use of high gloss varnished Rimu detailing through out the home is what really sets it apart from its contemporaries. The ceilings and highly polished doors are amazing, as is the detail in the entry way, French doors and window seat where the genuine and original leadlight windows remind us of another era.

The time has come for this charming property to welcome it's third owner and who ever those lucky people may be, they can be assured that they won't just be buying a house, but a home, a lifestyle and a location where family values have always come first.