Auction 12pm, 2nd November, on-site (unless sold prior)

The vendors have packed up and headed North, and the family has made the call that they're not keen on becoming long-distance landlords. So, unlike some campaigns where "motivated vendor" is doing a lot of heavy lifting, these vendors actually want this one SOLD. No games, no endless renting it out, no waiting around for the planets to align.

Tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac, this is the kind of spot that gives you peace and privacy without putting you in the middle of nowhere. In fact, you can walk into town, grab a coffee, sort the groceries and be home before the kids have had time to ask, "Are we there yet?" There's also a park diagonally across the road, which is handy when the backyard needs a break from the kids, the dog or both.

And speaking of the backyard... 857sqm of freehold land is a pretty decent slice of Motueka. There's actual room to move here. Lawn for the kids, gardens for the green-fingered, space for the dog to perform its daily zoomies and, importantly, it's fully fenced, so the four-legged members of the family can enjoy the backyard without plotting their great escape. There's even enough room for a couple of chairs in the sun without having to shuffle sideways past the garden shed. Basically, if your idea of outdoor living extends beyond standing on a deck, you're going to like this.

Inside, the home is bright, warm and seriously sunny. The kitchen catches the morning sun, while the dining and living spaces soak up the afternoon and evening rays. The family room opens through double glazed bi-fold doors to the backyard, making the transition from "I'll just sit outside for five minutes" to "well, I suppose we're having dinner out here" remarkably easy.

When winter rolls around, the heat pump and wood burner have you covered, while three bedrooms, a family bathroom, separate toilet, laundry and single internal-access garage keep the practical stuff nicely sorted. There's also a garden shed and plenty of off-street space for the boat, trailer or camper, because apparently owning one outdoor toy is never enough.

This is a home for families wanting space, couples wanting a decent backyard, retirees wanting easy living close to town or anyone simply wanting more bang for their buck. It's private, sunny, affordable and in a location that makes everyday life easy.

The vendors have moved North. The house is ready. Now all that's missing is you... and preferably a SOLD sign.