86 Waerenga Road, Otaki

With few hints of the promise to come, a meandering driveway opens to reveal a home as elegant now as when built in 1906. An illustrious Grand Dame with the design and layout of a bygone age juxtaposed against a wonderfully curated decor and modern comforts. Soaring ceilings afford a wonderful sense of scale, and an exquisite formal living room was made for entertaining. With one of three working fireplaces, you can close the curtains, shut out the world and soak up the ambience that only a real fire offers. Adjacent, a formal dining room is enhanced by beautiful bay windows which make outsides greenery part of the canvas of the room. Character is evident throughout and the elegant bedrooms are no different. Two sumptuous suite style rooms, and one good sized double all feature original hardwood flooring that runs throughout the home, with the master elevated via walk-in robe and ensuite. Renovated throughout in 2002, gas ducted central heating and infinity hot water add layers of comfort to ensure modern living meets historic charm. A cosy family room and kitchen is accessed by a grand hallway lined with quality joinery and storage, and the home is completed by a spacious family bathroom, office, and laundry. Minutes from the expressway extension and local amenities, everything you need is easily accessible, and the fully fenced section, with established gardens and surrounded by mature trees affords excellent privacy. These complement the view from the large partially covered L-shaped veranda, as well as the sunny deck to the rear, with both offering perfect spots to while away the time. There is the bonus of a two level sleepout, featuring good-sized storage downstairs, and a fully insulated living space upstairs, accessed by a picturesque spiral staircase. 86 Waerenga Road is a property for which no superlative seems sufficient. For anyone who yearns for character and refined splendour, prepare to have your heart stolen. RV not indicative of market value. ...