Some homes impress with trends. Others earn their reputation through enduring design, solid construction and an address that never goes out of style.
Privately positioned away from the road, this Spanish-inspired residence combines timeless architecture with the practicality today's buyers value most. Solidly constructed with concrete and shiplap timber, it offers the reassurance of lasting quality, while thoughtful updates throughout create a home that's ready to simply move in and enjoy. Inside, generous windows fill the living spaces with natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout the day. The modernised kitchen sits effortlessly alongside the dining and living areas, flowing seamlessly to a covered terrace and expansive north-facing courtyard - a private outdoor retreat that feels remarkably spacious for a home of this style. Whether entertaining friends, watching children play or simply enjoying the afternoon sun, the outdoor spaces become a natural extension of everyday living.
Key Features
•Freehold title - no body corporate
•Coveted Double Grammar Zone
•Concrete, cedar and cement construction
•Two generous bedrooms plus versatile third bedroom or home office
•Modernised kitchen and bathroom
•New roof completed in 2023
•Large north-facing courtyard
•Covered outdoor entertaining terrace
•Separate storage room
•Covered carport
Beyond its immediate comfort, this home offers something increasingly difficult to secure - flexibility for years ahead. The additional third room easily adapts as a nursery, guest bedroom, home office or media room, while the separate storage keeps life's extras neatly tucked away.
For families, the location speaks for itself. Walk to Remuera School and Remuera Intermediate, while zoning for both Auckland Grammar School and Epsom Girls Grammar School places some of Auckland's most respected education within easy reach. Remuera Village, cafes, transport connections and motorway access are all moments away, ensuring daily life remains effortlessly convenient.
Opportunities to purchase a fee-simple home of genuine substance within the Double Grammar Zone are becoming increasingly scarce. Combining enduring construction, timeless Tuscan character and an unbeatable location, this is a home that offers not only exceptional lifestyle appeal today, but confidence for the future.
Auction (unless sold prior) 5pm, Wednesday 26th August 2026
778 Manukau Road, Royal Oak
