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  • Building Icon 240m2
  • Bed Icon 4
  • Bath Icon 2
  • Car Icon 3
Land Area: 453m² approx

Gracious Family Home on the Parade

Almost 100 years ago, before mass production was a thing, this gracious home was crafted as a strong, handsome seaside haven. Double walls of concrete, Kauri and Rimu joinery, exquisite lead light windows and living rooms on a grand scale saw no expense spared. Aspected for the best sun and views, these luxuries perfectly suited a property so finely located opposite the beach. Many charming features remain to blend with modern improvements that have been made over the years. With 3/4 bedrooms and 3/4 living rooms, the property is perfect for families, those who work from home and couples who simply enjoy generous space. This home can add convenience and calm to your busy lifestyle. On a super sunny, flat site the park and beach are just a few steps away and the outlook is sublime. The village shops, cafes and services are at the end of the road, the school a little further on and the Days Bay commuter ferry (to Wellington's CBD) is an easy 15 minute walk away. Everything is just where you need it and the car can stay home! The present owners have loved their 35 years here, and take with them many happy memories to treasure. Call me today, view soon and plan for Christmas at the beach! Walkthrough tour available via URL my.matterport.com/show/?m=p6CvU6eWkKZ (copy and paste into browser)

The front door opens to the much loved sun room, known as The Gallery. It is here that the generous scale of the home becomes apparent, with its expansive length and bank of west facing windows with exquisite lead lights. The sea view across the park and beach is very relaxing and the room flows directly to the separate dining room (or one of four bedrooms) and the formal lounge.

A soaring ceiling height, tastefully decorative ceiling and softly rounded bow window (with seat) add character to this recently painted and very welcoming room. Relax in the sunshine while watching the myriad of water activities enjoyed by many. Opening fully to the sun room with bi-folding lead light doors, entertaining on any scale can be accommodated. The room also serves formal dining occasions too, with original fitted cabinetry and beautiful serving hatch doors opening to the kitchen.

Known as The Gallery by the present owners, this sun room certainly lives up to its name. The extensive width and two banks of lead light windows keep you blissfully connected with the view. The front door brings you directly to this room, which in turn opens to the hallway, formal lounge and 4th bedroom (currently formal dining). It is a highly versatile room that is suited to informal living, working from home or as your private library. The floor is tiled, for convenience.

1. Upstairs, the master suite is a wonderfully private place to wake up every day to a stunning outlook. This spacious room has brand new French doors (double glazed) to a balcony, from where the outlook becomes panoramic. There is a large ensuite bathroom (with spa bath and separate shower), a walk-in-wardrobe and additional storage. As you might expect by now, an exquisitely beautiful lead light window features a sweet, and what looks to be hand painted, bird.

2. Upstairs, the 'Blue Room' is a generous double with north-east facing windows that provide a sea view. In addition to the large in built wardrobe, there is further storage and beyond this is access to very large roof space. A separate, upstairs toilet with wash basin is handy to this room.

3. Downstairs, a double room off the main hallway and close to the family bathroom.

4. In the original plan this very spacious room, with a soaring stud height and decorative ceiling, was designated as a bedroom. Fitted wardrobes are in place and it is a peaceful spot in which to rest. Currently used as a somewhat grand dining room, it is a highly versatile space for additional living, working, rumpus, or whatever your needs may make it. The room has direct access to the sun room and hallway and the family bathroom is a few steps away.

1. Ensuite to the master bedroom, this spacious facility has a tiled floor, large spa bath, double vanity and separate shower. It also has an extractor fan and natural light from large windows.

2. Downstairs, the family bathroom was relocated (with building consent) and fitted anew less than 10 years ago. It is mostly tiled, and has a bath, separate shower, extractor fan, heated towel rail and wonderful natural light. The adjoining WC is separate.

A third toilet, with hand basin, is located off the upstairs hallway.

The laundry is spacious and has a tub, plus a door conveniently leading to the rear patio.

The kitchen has been extended and modernised to perfectly suit current day living. Refurbished less than 10 years ago, and extended by previous owners it is a lovely blend of fresh white cabinetry, Rimu panelling and a touch of original connection with the formal dining area. Extensive glazing makes this a sunny, light filled room with a much loved informal dining area that flows to the rear patio through French doors. A heated, tiled floor throughout the room ensures its popularity year round!

Attractively landscaped for easy care, the rear garden is a combination of tiled patio, lawn and border planting. The perfect spot for breakfast and lunch, this sheltered area is also great for playtime. And of course, the park and beach are just a moment away. With the addition of a gate at the entrance to the drive, the property would be fully fenced for your children and pets. The outdoor shower in the rear garden is not operational.

The single garage has a new auto door (October 2023) and there is space for two further cars on the driveway.

Muritai School (Primary & Intermediate) is a 5 minute walk away; Hutt Valley High School is an easy bus ride for college age students. Local students also attend any of the several private and integrated schools within the Hutt Valley and Wellington region. In nearby Days Bay is Wellesley College (Primary & Intermediate), a private school for boys.

Ducted, electric underfloor heating in the sun room, under tile electric heating in the kitchen/breakfast room. Open fire in the formal lounge, gas bayonet heater x 2.

Ceiling, Underfloor (where accessible)

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