For the past 10 years this sturdy 1947-built home has been a sunny, safe haven for our owner who shared it with her friends. The sun pours into the living room and they just fling open the French doors to the large, sun-drenched deck that's been perfect for lunchtime BBQs or evening drinks. Configured over two levels, there's four good-sized bedrooms and two bathrooms, plus the bonus of a study/office; everyone has had space and privacy.

Character features abound including native timber floors, the ornate fire surround and stained glass windows, along with its time-honoured and durable weatherboard exterior that was only painted last year. Sensational radiator heating installed throughout, along with a heat pump and log wood burner, plus insulation top and bottom where possible ensures this home is toasty in the cooler months. It was partly re-roofed and nails replaced in 2016, and painted last year, and with new flooring installed in the kitchen and bathroom, it will be a lucky new owner getting the keys to this well-maintained home.

Along with the large deck, there's a small, flat lawn for fun and games, and a terraced rear garden that could be further developed. The walk up, via a gently sloping path under mature trees bursting with birdsong, passes a handy garden shed just perfect for bikes, tools and toys. In zone for both Wellington Girls' and Wellington College, it's an easy walk to the bus or stroll down to the city.

This has been such a happy home but with our owner now permanently living overseas, it is time for a new chapter to be written in the story of 77 Oban St. Builder's report and LIM will be available. RV $960,000