Easy To Live In, Easy To Love

You only need to spend a short time at 14 Garmons Way to understand why this original brick and tile bungalow has had only two owners since it was built in 1967. The current owners say they never meant to stay so long, "but it has just been so easy to live in". Their two sons have grown up here, attending Milford Primary and Westlake High, and taking themselves off to the beach at Castor Bay or Milford. They've had the big back lawn to play in (923 m2!) with trees to climb and huts to build.
Built on the highest point in a quiet cul-de-sac, the home has good elevation, and an abundance of windows to make the most of the views over the neighbourhood, with snatches of Rangitoto and the shipping channel. A new kitchen was installed a few years back - modern and functional, with a breakfast bar for casual meals and underfloor heating to keep you cosy on winter mornings. The spacious lounge and formal dining area is semi-separate - an elegant room with a leafy outlook. Positioned for sun and blissful privacy, the deck is favourite spot to sit and relax with a coffee or a wine, surrounded by fragrant blossoms, playful birdlife and gracious trees - delightful at any time of year.
Lots of original 60s features remain for aficionados: wrought iron balustrades on the stairs and front deck; pelmets in the living rooms; the original formica vanity in excellent condition! The main bathroom set-up is the quirky, original three-piece version, with separate toilet, shower room, bath and vanity room - ideal for a busy-morning family. All four bedrooms are generous doubles.
The quality and presentation of this solid home is a real tribute to its owners and stands pretty much as it was built. It has been well-maintained, and is enriched with happy family stories. But, now there's just the two of them, it's time to move on and let another family build their life here. You might just be the lucky one!