Tucked away in its own pocket of leafy bliss, but elevated for full sun and lovely views, this elegant character home is an easy-to-manage gem in the heart of city-end Karori. Where better to live within easy reach of the CBD while enjoying the ultimate in suburban nirvana, complete with a delectable deli on your doorstep?
Built most likely in the late 1920s, this superbly-presented two or three-bedroom delight (depending on how you wish to live) is safely set back from the street on a gently-rising 513sqm section overlooking landmarks like Wrights Hill and Ben Burn Park.
Here you can be lost in your own peaceful, picturesque splendour while still feeling in touch with the community, whether it's simply watching the world go by or waving to friends as they catch up for coffee at the Gipps St Deli.
It's also a popular perch for kereru, kakas and tuis seeking a stopover en route to nearby Zealandia.
Built of quality, time-tested materials, including timber weatherboards and copper spouting, the house has been enhanced for modern living while retaining hallmarks of its era, from high decorative ceilings to an enchanting window seat. There's designer lighting throughout, all the wiring's been upgraded, a heat pump complements the HRV system and partial double-glazing, and luxuriously-thick carpet adds even more comfort.
The formal lounge has plantation shutters for when it gets too hot late in the day while at the other end of the house are the dining room and recently remodelled kitchen with an extra-wide Smeg range and an island with ingenious storage .
The light-filled family area combines floor-to-ceiling glazing with French doors that open to an enclosed, north-facing wraparound patio where kids and pets can safely play while you breakfast, brunch or BBQ in the sun.
Each of the double-bedrooms has freestanding or built-in wardrobes, and one's even versatile enough to be an extra living room or a fantastic work-from-home space.
The modern bathroom includes the convenience of a hideaway laundry and as well as a garage with storage, there's the bonus of a basement workshop.
Marsden Village, with its boutique shops and cafes, is a short stroll away and there's a choice of bus routes for when the weather's too wet to enjoy the walk into town.
No wonder this wonderful home is reluctantly for sale for the first time in nearly 20 years.
If you want to enjoy a city-fringe village lifestyle amid greenery, scenery and serenity, don't overlook this rare chance to buy one of Karori's best.
Buyer information:
Wellington city council rates $8,318.48
Building report and LIM available
Floor plan (please see photos)
3D tour (please click on link to experience the home and the layout)
