Barb's family home and trendy 2 bedroom pad
High above popular Alexander Street and built back then the way they knew how, this comfortable home with its commanding Gulf views, 895m² section, beautiful timber floors and easy style appealed to Barb's South African heritage and her passion for all things Kiwi.
Over 2 decades she consistently upgraded, including a second bathroom and large decking with an extra carport under. Finally came a gorgeous 60m² free-standing unit on the same title, with queen and double bedrooms, its own car shelter, extra parking and sunny level patio, current rental value $450 - $470 per week. The main house would fetch $650 - $670 per week. "
Come visit. From this strategic decile 10 spot, Cockle Bay Primary is a couple of hundred metres via the walkway, Howick College is only a few steps further, and by years 7 and 8 Somerville Intermediate is easy walking distance too. Goodbye morning school run.
Cockle Bay proper is a peaceful and lovely environment for any age, close to transport, playing fields, local shops, several safe family beaches and to Howick Village itself. Surrounded by good neighbours, you'll have a dazzling choice of cultural or sporting activities, with fresh sea air to breathe and a mild coastal climate, where some swim all year round.
Weekends do brunch at Shamrock Cottage and a movie at the Monterey, or put out the kayak to join the City of Sails at play on the sparkling Waitemata. What a lifestyle.
Give me a call soon so we can make a plan - and best bring the chequebook: properties like this are scarce, and we don't have to wait for auction day. CV $860K.
