Bobbie Nichol ls fancies curling up with a book in the sunny bay window seat of this home.

Properties in Ursula Drive are very desirable, all built to a high standard and number 20 is right up there with the best. This cosy brick home could be yours before the worst of the winter sets in and gas heating means no firewood to chop.

The home was built in 2003, the tasteful décor in new condition, with an established low maintenance garden. The 758 m² section has enough lawn for a small dog or visiting grandchildren, and plenty of sealed area for parking cars, plus a private outside entertainment area. There is room for growing vegetables but the garden is compact and easy to care for.

The front door opens to a tiled vestibule which leads either into the open plan living area or into the separate formal lounge. This arrangement works well for visitors arriving for a meeting or keeps dinner guests away from the cooking and dining area until the food is ready to be served.

Alternatively sliding doors between the formal lounge and living area can be opened for larger gatherings, depending on the occasion and the weather. In winter doors can also be closed between the living area and the south facing conservatory, which can be used as a smaller dining room, sunny seating area, to enlarge the living space or as a connection with the private courtyard for al fresco entertaining.

An unusual feature of the kitchen is the bay window with built in seat, which faces the street. It is separated from the kitchen by a wide servery and would be a popular place to sit and watch the cook at work. It is a very pleasant kitchen to work in. Although it faces towards the street, the kitchen is screened from passers-by, but from the working area, you can keep an eye out for visitors at the front door.

The fourth and only single bedroom is also accessed from the front entry for use as a convenient and good sized office.

An ensuite bathroom and walk–in wardrobe including shelves and drawers complete the master bedroom suite the outlook of which is the attractive rear garden.

Two other large double bedrooms make the most of the 204 m² layout which includes a practical family bathroom with Infinity gas hot water, separate toilet, and the laundry in the double garage. Sited in an excellent subdivision within walking distance of dairy and service station and in a low traffic road this house would suit a couple whose lifestyle includes entertaining visitors overnight or for meetings. A professional needing home office space, or a couple looking to downsize from a large section, but requiring extra bedrooms and living spaces for visiting family would also appreciate the features of this property.

To find out more, and for a private viewing contact Melanie Groucott at Professionals Feilding, phone 06 323 1558 or 021 298 9823.