2 HOMES – POOL, SPA, TENNIS COURT & LANDSCAPED GROUNDS
A major development opportunity is on offer here with two adjoining Pukekohe properties on separate titles, totalling 6,644 square metres (1.64 acres) of flat to gently contoured land with approximately 45.3 metres of road frontage. With a concept scheme plan prepared to illustrate potential subdivision options, this high growth site is currently zoned Residential Mixed Housing Suburban under the Auckland Unitary Plan. Positioned just minutes from Pukekohe town centre, a priority satellite town identified by Auckland Council for substantial future growth, and zoned for multiple local schools, the prospect of significant financial rewards awaits the astute investor/developer or family looking for a secluded resort style property with development potential. After 54 much loved years here, our motivated vendors are ready to embrace their next chapter and downsize.
The main property comprises 5,882 square metres (1.45 acres) and features a stunning 248 square metre (approx) dual level, five bedroom home including garage. Designed by renowned and award-winning architect Lillian Chrystall, one of New Zealand’s first female architects to receive a national New Zealand Institute of Architects award. Constructed of board and batten, the home showcases exposed heritage brick features, stained glass windows, featured timber ceilings, redwood doors, and a tiled roof with copper spouting. Cork flooring is throughout the high-traffic areas, echoing the warmth of the timber ceilings and detailing. Outdoors there’s scenic verandah-covered and open deck entertaining and leisure along with hours of relaxation and family fun in the heated saltwater pool with chlorinator, separate spa or on the tennis court.
Double redwood doors open to the entry foyer and two separate living and dining areas, one comprising the family room and large light filled dining area adjoining the kitchen, the other to the living room with bay windows and a formal dining area. The spacious kitchen features abundant cabinetry, stainless steel benchtops and servery to the outdoors. Both living areas open to north-facing decks surrounded by magnificent, landscaped gardens and lawns and both feature built-in fires with brick surrounds. The prolific use of timber complements the expanse of windows in this architecturally designed home, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Beautiful garden views can be enjoyed from every room, while the three downstairs bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes, offer seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Also on this level is a large laundry with generous storage and outdoor access, along with a separate toilet and a family bathroom featuring a skylight, bath, and shower.
Upstairs, this home features the master bedroom with two sets of built-in wardrobes and double doors to a wrap-around balcony with serene vistas. A bathroom separates this and a fifth bedroom, also with built-in wardrobe and tranquil views. A double garage connects to the home via a breezeway, and nearby is a 20 square metres (approx) garden equipment storage building. There is also a separate a 55 square metres (approx) office building currently configured as two offices with inbuilt desks and shelving, redwood doors, and a pot belly fire with a heritage brick surround.
The second smaller home on 762 square metres of land is comprised of three bedrooms and one bathroom. It was recently tenanted, generating a rental income of $615 per week.
This beautifully presented property is an excellent opportunity which will be readily recognized by the astute buyer.
