Lovable and affordable true Kiwi-style home

Property listing ID: 468278

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Carport
1
Covered parks
7
Off-street parking
6
Land area
756m²
Price / method
Sold March 2012

14 years ago James and Christine found a 100m² cottage bungalow on a full 756m² site backing onto the reserve, and their 4 children thrived. On the fringe of old Howick and in easy reach of both Village and beach, the house was not large but packed a good punch, providing double access to outdoors and warmed in winter by a wonderful Kent fire. Surrounded by trees and birdsong, it also had a secret weapon: a 27m² outdoor room, which over the years has served in turn as rumpus, sleep-out, gymnasium, man-cave, guest room, teen pad and music studio. What a boon for a growing Kiwi family. It was a great spot for the kids to bring their friends, with endless space for adventure over the fence, where they ran through winding reserves to adjoining suburbs and play areas. All weather jogging paths even lead to Meadowlands shops and almost to the golf course or popular Elim Christian School and its new Junior Campus. Now that all but one have fledged, it's time at last for a change, and James and Christine have some exciting new plans. But first their much loved property must be sold. Do come visit. You'll find lots to admire. Call me soon though: we don't have to wait for auction day. CV $435K

Listed by Barfoot & Thompson , Howick Residential Sales (Howick)