Property listing ID: 552954
During the sixties and seventies a new style of architecture emerged in New Zealand - vertical timber boards with reinforced block construction creating a new found external minimalism typical of the decade. Simple without excess, graceful and very chic. Plus a restored awareness of open space - both in and out. Within five minutes walking distance of the highly desirable Remuera Village with all it offers in shopping, dining, entertaining and transport, hidden down a no-exit street in a secluded back section of total area 1032m2 is a treasure which epitomises the style of that period. With its elegant yet utterly solid cedar exterior, block base and iron roof this unique building is currently structured as two apartments. Step inside both and discover the easy flow of superb space, ample storage and unlimited light - all so characteristic of the time. Downstairs on a much coveted dark stained timber floor the open plan living and kitchen area looks straight to the sun and harbour views with large ranch-sl iders opening to an outdoor patio perfect for entertaining. Next door a room for either dining or a family hide-away also provides access to the outdoor area. From the front door lobby a storage lined hallway leads to two large double bedrooms - the master with en suite and a separate bathroom plus laundry - all with yet more cupboard space. Upstairs the wrought iron and polished wood staircase with double landings and lavish light beckons to an almost mirror image of its sister below - but with separate kitchen and living area. Lying adjacent is an oiled timber-lined library- come -TV room from which ranch-sliders open to a wood based outdoor area directly above its counterpart below. The views are, quite simply, spectacular.
Listed by Barfoot & Thompson , Julie Fitzpatrick (Remuera) , Kathy Bower (Remuera)