At the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, tucked between Hihi Beach and Butler Bay, this two-bedroom retreat is big on lifestyle. On 815m² of fully fenced land with palms, broad decking and a freestanding garage, it’s the kind of place where weekends stretch long and the coast feels like it’s yours alone.

Step inside and you’re greeted by light and height. Timber cathedral ceilings lift the open-plan living zone, where morning sun pours in and ranch sliders spill out to wrap around decks. Whether it’s coffee with the birdsong, long lunches in the salt air or easy barbecues after a swim, this home keeps daily life connected to the outdoors. The kitchen is simple and dependable with tiled benches, open shelving and all the storage you need for sandy-toed suppers.

The main bedroom sits on the ground floor with garden views and built-in storage, while upstairs the loft-style second bedroom looks across the living area from a gallery landing. It’s a flexible spot for guests, teenagers, a study or a work-from-home corner. A tiled bathroom and tiled entrance way add to the everyday ease.

Outdoors, it’s all about the lifestyle that people picture when they think “beach house.” Lawns roll under the palms for backyard play, there’s space for tents, caravans, veggie beds or a hammock strung in the shade and plenty of deck for drying towels or chasing the sunset. The freestanding garage with ‘sleepout potential’ doubles as a workshop or storage shed and off-street parking easily handles a boat or trailer.

A few minutes’ walk takes you to Hihi’s safe swimming beach and boat ramp. Mangonui is a quick drive for fish and chips on the wharf or the weekend market, with Coopers Beach and Taipa close by for more swim-and-shop options. Scenic coastal walks, easy schooling at Oruaiti or Taipa, and essentials just ten minutes away round out the package.

For first-home buyers, downsizers or anyone dreaming of a lock-and-leave base by the sea, this home hands you the lifestyle in full colour.

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