Testimony to Masterful Enduring Design - $500000

Description

After 30 years of one fastidious owner, this well known and much admired Bill Algie designed home is for sale. Architecturally designed to transcend the years, with a strong influence of early New Zealand homes, this traditionally crafted home, built of wide painted rusticated weatherboards, has potential to expand for a larger family. The inside is match-lined in heart rimu. Four double sets of French doors open onto paved terraces which lead to an attractively landscaped 846m2 site. There is an inglenook with open fireplace and the exposed brick chimney rises through two floors to be topped with an authentic colonial firepot. The upstairs gallery lounge takes in harbour views. This light-filled, warm and sunny home is impeccably maintained and has new carpet, paint and appliances. A two car garage and large sealed parking area are secured behind antique wrought iron gates. Zoned for Hobsonville School (composite Primary) and Massey High School. Buses are also available to popular North Shore schools: Takapuna Intermediate, Westlake Boys and Girls High Schools, and sought after Kristin Private School. Village shops and a doctor's surgery are within a handy, level walking distance, and a bus service operates along Wiseley Road. Westgate Shopping Centre and the Motorway is 5 minutes drive away, with Albany and Auckland city 20 minutes (off-peak). A water taxi operates several trips daily to and from the Viaduct and West Park Marina. Take a 15 minute drive along State Highway 16 to experience the local restaurants, award winning cafes and world renowned wineries. Fresh fruit and vegetables are also in abundance from the many produce stores along the way. Hobsonville - An atmosphere of country charm whilst so close to the city. View by appointment.