This warm and inviting 1940s weatherboard home on a manageable section is situated on a quiet side street in Orakei. The driveway offers off-street parking in addition to the carport attached to this charming dwelling. The comfortable and understated residence is a deceased estate property perfect for professional couples, those with a young family, empty nesters downsizing or savvy investors with an eye to the horizon. Adding value by way of further improvements inside and out would certainly be justified in this prestigious, coastal, city-close suburb.

The refreshed interior is a cohesive space of neutral tones with a small, covered entrance opening into the central hallway where carpet conceals the original timber floors. The doors lead in to open plan lounge, dining and kitchen, bathed in natural light. Dual French doors open to a super sunny wraparound deck ideal for brews, views, and barbecues. The heat pump stands ready to warm the living areas up to comfort levels along with an open fireplace for that relaxed ambience. Northeast aspect across the landscape gives bonus glimpses of Rangitoto Island - a vista that could be further improved if another storey were added as part of a more substantial renovation. The kitchen is functional and fresh with plenty of scope to upgrade. A breakfast bar separates it from a spacious dining area. The bathroom retains similarly utilitarian status and is combined with laundry nook and access to a separate toilet. The three bedrooms are all bathed in light and generous in proportion with one comprising a walk-in wardrobe and one with built in closet. A basement and workshop downstairs presents further options for storage.

Flourishing citrus trees keep lawns and tropical foliage company on this tidy section zoned for Orakei School and Selwyn College. The immediate neighbourhood comprising a mix of original and substantially transformed properties is located minutes from Eastridge Shopping Centre, beaches, parks and transport links.