Set above its garden surroundings with leafy views stretching toward the hills, this three-bedroom Whakatāne home offers a relaxed sense of privacy and plenty of room to enjoy everyday life. With approximately 170m² of floor area on a generous 1,249m² section, there is real breadth here, from the double garage below to the covered outdoor living above.

The lounge is light-filled and inviting, with wide windows bringing the garden into view and a heat pump providing year-round comfort. Alongside it, the dining area opens through to the elevated balcony, making breakfast in the sun or an evening meal outdoors an easy extension of the day. The kitchen offers good bench space, plenty of cabinetry and a broad window over the work area.

Three bedrooms provide flexibility for everyday living, guests or working from home, with each enjoying good natural light and leafy outlooks. The bathroom includes a bath, separate shower and vanity, while a separate laundry adds another useful everyday feature. Timber detailing and a neutral palette give the interiors a warm, familiar character.

Outside is where the 1,249m² section earns its keep. Lawn areas give kids room for outdoor games, while mature planting and fruit-bearing trees add shade, colour and greenery. A greenhouse and garden shed will appeal to keen gardeners and the elevated balcony looks across the grounds for morning coffee or a quiet end to the day. The double garage and generous driveway take care of vehicles and storage.

Douglas Street puts Sullivan Lake Reserve within easy reach, along with the shops and everyday services of Kopeopeo and local schooling including Allandale School, Trident High School and Whakatane High School. If the combination of garden outlooks, generous land and easy living feels right, contact Celeste de Haas to arrange a viewing.