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Brimming with character and warmth, this beautifully maintained 1930s home is perfectly positioned on a sunny 655m² corner section. It offers an intimate and inviting environment, ideal for couples, small families, or those seeking a charming home with future upside.
Period features such as high ceilings, timber doors, and original wood panelling reflect the home’s rich heritage, while careful modern updates bring it seamlessly into the present. A fresh, neutral colour palette and plush carpet throughout create a stylish, move-in-ready interior that still honours its vintage roots.
The open-plan kitchen and dining area form the heart of the home, warm, practical, and perfect for daily living or relaxed entertaining. Just behind, the cosy lounge provides a welcoming retreat, complete with a compliant log burner for winter warmth. Ducted heating throughout the home, ensures consistent comfort year-round.
Complete with two generously sized double bedrooms and a third single bedroom, ideal as a nursery or home office. A full family bathroom features both a bath and separate shower, with a second toilet conveniently located in the laundry.
Outside, the fully fenced front yard offers a safe and sunny space for kids and pets. The detached double garage, accessed from Cooke Street, features power and extra height, with additional off-street parking and pre-wired electric gate.
Recently rezoned Medium Density Residential, this property offers exciting future development potential, particularly given its corner site. Zoned for excellent schools including Cashmere High, Christchurch South Karamata Intermediate, and Somerfield Te Kura Wairepo Primary, it’s perfect for first-home buyers, downsizers, or developers seeking character, comfort, and future possibilities.