Spacious grounds and home with separate living and pool

Anyone with fond memories of the Bay of Plenty Homeopathic School at this Bethlehem address, will appreciate the size and scale of the property and what it offers in terms of space and potential. Location is prime – Moffat Road; a stone’s throw from sought-after Bethlehem College and a pleasant walk to the local garden centre down the road. Bethlehem Town Centre is handy as well – offering another garden centre, boutique shopping, cafes and restaurants. Moffat Road is a major link to key arterials – to Tauranga, Tauranga Crossing and highways out of town or over to Papamoa and beyond. From a business perspective, this property is sitting pretty – easy access from all points of the city, and space to spread out, once clients arrive. The two-bedroom annexe is an ideal workplace or for additional accommodation – with a kitchenette and living space, separate entry, plus a deck for outdoor entertainment and a carport as well. It should be noted however, that any home-based business must be compliant with Tauranga City Council’s district plan. From a personal perspective, this property should appeal to extended families. Those with retired parents looking to come into the fold and share life together, while remaining independent. This is also ideal for parents wanting to help family save for their own home. Grandchildren will love the playground gardens here – just over 4000 square metres of lawns to romp around with the dog and space for the trampoline. With 12 avocado trees and a home orchard offering productive lemons, oranges, tangelos, apple, grapefruit, lime, fig and plum – the pantry bowl is always full, while cooks will relish making preserves. Space is a big feature of the main home – three to four generous bedrooms (one coming from an optional third living space/ sunroom), two bathrooms, office, several living areas and a fabulous loggia. Sheltered overhead, with skylights streaming in natural light, it’s a year-round setting to dine and wine outside, while gazing out to the gardens and pool. Yes, the pool is yet another attraction here. Solar heated – and linked closely to living areas – it blends with entertainment in a way that keeps everyone in close contact. Everything about this home and garden spells space. The laundry is large and has a mudroom entry for added convenience. There’s a huge linen cupboard and extra storage for all the necessary, but seasonal items. The double garage is extra large and boasts two individual doors, two storage cupboards and a connected workshop. Add an 18-panel solar array, rainwater collection barrel; and this property ticks every box. Quality fixtures and appliances add the icing, while extra chattels sprinkle further temptation on a grounded and rounded property. A slice of history and sentimental memories for many – this is a great find.