Some homes look good in photos. This one gets better the more you learn about it.

Built by renowned local builder Carl Van Der Meer, this is the kind of property that reminds you what happens when someone builds a home properly - without cutting corners, downgrading specifications or value engineering the good stuff out of it.

3 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR SINGLE LEVEL PARKSIDE

Let's start with what you can't see. Low-E Argon-filled thermally broken double glazing. Upgraded insulation. Heat recovery ventilation. Daikin climate control. The result? A home that feels noticeably quieter, warmer, healthier and more comfortable than the vast majority of homes you'll walk through this year.

Then there's what you can see. Oamaru Stone cladding. Soaring stud height. Corian benchtops. Miele appliances. Premium finishes at every turn. Nothing feels off-the-shelf because it isn't.

The kitchen is exceptional. The sort of space where quality isn't a feature - it's the standard.
Large sliders connect seamlessly to bamboo decking and a covered louvred outdoor room that extends your living space year-round. Morning coffee. Long lunches. Friday night wines. It all works effortlessly.

Even the landscaping has been thought through. Intelligent irrigation, low-maintenance grounds and a design that gives you more time enjoying the home and less time working on it.

And then there's the position. Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac and backing directly onto Waikanae Park, you get a sense of openness that's becoming increasingly difficult to find. Sun, greenery and space - without the upkeep.

This home wasn't built to meet a specific price point. It's a home built to a standard!