ENJOY THE LOCATION, LOVE THE LIFESTYLE

The fine parade of waterfront-front properties along Devonport Rd ridge between the CBD and Fifth Avenue are well deserving of public admiration for their variety of architectural styles, garden landscapes and for the enviable lifestyles they provide for their fortunate owners. The address earned its status among discerning homeowners as one of Tauranga's best, over a century ago, providing early Tauranga with some of its finest and most prestigious homes. This location with it's unique lifestyle opportunity has never lost it's appeal due to, not only the impressive views, but also because of the easy access to the harbour for water activities and the CBD which is literally on the door step.

One of the original homes built in the 1920s which is attracting buyer attention, arguably stands out from the rest in its neighbourhood, for its outstanding original character style, beautiful sweeping gardens, views, boat shed and income potential from a self contained two bedroom apartment.

The residence at number 246 Devonport Rd never goes un-noticed from street view, because of it's big, solid river stone wall and gate, which not only provides security and privacy from the street but also a feature that blends well with the true character of the original and massive, handmade concrete blocks and timber weather boards of the home.

On arrival at the main entrance, the home and gardens stand out. The home for its striking 1920s architecture and the gardens with their privacy, multiple retreats, colour and vibrancy. Two beautiful Kauri entry doors greet you in a lovely formal courtyard. The first takes you by separate entry to the fully self contained loft apartment which boasts some of the best views along the ridge and the second leads you into the house itself. Immediately, you cannot help but be impressed by the sheer presence and volume of the interior, the lounge for example is huge with three massive casement windows framing the water beyond. A large brick open fire fights for your attention and the high ceilings with dark stained timber beams provide that feeling of solidity and strength.

All of your living can be done on this level and from it, access is easy to the grounds and entertaining spaces. A second double garage provides indoor access and in addition to the massive master bedroom and en suite with views that will challenge the apartment, a second, stunning guest bedroom and en suite basks in the afternoon sun and through French doors has easy access to the garden courtyard. A light, sunny more contemporary designer kitchen / dining opens again through French bi folding doors to a large concrete and glass balustrade balcony, creating an enviable indoor-outdoor lifestyle, for recreation and alfresco dining. This level of the home also has a media room and office which also enjoy views to the harbour, so one level living can easily be an option.

The basement is solid concrete and maintains an even temperature all year making it an ideal place to store your wine. But it is more than that, it too is a self contained two bedroom and provides for many opportunities including work from home offices, guest accommodation and workshop / hobbie rooms.

The house, while beautiful and functional is just one part of the properties lifestyle appeal with the privacy feature of the 1255sq-m section, the boat shed with riparian rights and immediate access to the water and the fact that the City, with all it has to offer is simply just outside the front gate, are just as important .

A credit to its fastidious owners, the house style and finish belies its age. Its genuine character carries with it a timeless appeal and together with the properties location attributes makes for the perfect residence for couples and families alike.