If summer for you looks like salty hair, barbecues on the deck, and kids dropping their towels at the door before heading straight back out, 42 Moody Street will make a lot of sense. Right in the heart of Gore Bay, this three-bedroom home pairs an 81m² footprint with an 809m² site and suits buyers chasing a family bach or holiday rental.

Downstairs, the living room is warm and easy, with a heat pump for comfort, and wide windows pulling in the light. From there, the kitchen and dining area keep things simple and social, with good storage, room for a proper table, and an easy flow for late breakfasts, card games, or dinner after the beach. Double glazing adds real comfort when the weather turns.

Upstairs, the sleeping quarters lean into the holiday mood. The larger bedroom is especially generous, with pitched ceilings and exposed beams giving it a relaxed loft-like feel, while the other two bedrooms sit alongside it on the same level. One opens straight to the deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. The bathroom is on the ground floor and nicely refreshed with a shower, vanity and toilet, while a separate laundry keeps the sandy towels and everyday mess out of the way.

The deck upstairs in the real drawcard here. Broad, sunny and looking toward the bay, it is set up for long lunches, barbecues, evening drinks and those slow days where no one is in a hurry. Covered parking beneath adds practicality, and the setting behind the home brings a green, tucked-away feel that is getting harder to find so close to the water.

Gore Bay draws Canterbury locals back year after year. The campground sits across the road, with swimming, surfing and fishing close by, plus a reserve with tennis courts. Cheviot covers everyday essentials, schooling and healthcare, while the Cathedrals and coastline keep weekends full.

If you can see yourself making a habit of this place, why wait? Give Steve Collier a call today.