A timeless residence

2021-05-08 -

Designed by recognised Hawke’s Bay architect Peter Holland, this week’s home of the week at 35 Muratai Crescent, Havelock North, has an abundance of style and sophistication largely due to the upgrade and refurbishment by the current owner.

All this, without losing any of the comfort and welcoming warmth this home exudes. Quiet and well planted with mature trees and an abundance of birdlife, Muratai Crescent has always been a firm favourite in my book. Built in 2000, this home has a roughcast exterior, a long run iron roof, aluminium joinery and has been well maintained with a real fresh street appeal.

Sitting on an elevated site, the various roof lines add a sense of interest and with a floor space of 220sqm (more or less) the high vaulted ceilings add another dimension to this light filled home.

The kitchen has been well thought-out, with dark green cabinetry that is complemented with sleek stainless steel work surfaces. A wall oven, gas hob and stainless steel dish drawer meld effortlessly into this kitchen with its large picture windows taking in tree tops of varying autumn colourings. The dining and living areas are open plan with a soft buttery colour palette on the walls adding a sense of warmth. Come cooler evenings you will enjoy the built-in compliant wood burner along with the neatly tucked away gin cupboard!

Bi-fold doors open from both rooms to a sheltered, landscaped and totally private courtyard, a real retreat where you can always find a sunny space. Beautiful raised planter boxes have been designed with reclaimed red bricks and with the plantings of white and green, this courtyard looks as if it has stepped out of a garden magazine . . . it is simply stunning! Trimmed hedging and a large jacaranda tree add the finishing touches. This is a gorgeous space for entertaining family and friends and to enjoy al fresco dining at your leisure.

Once you have seen the large master bedroom, you will never want to leave it! You can sit in bed, coffee in hand, bi-fold doors wide open and invite the garden in!

Clever design has made good use of every inch of space in the all-white ensuite. The feature tiled shelving is a testament to the skill of the builder who did the alterations, a wonderful use of space and so practical. I could see myself popping a book or two on these shelves while relaxing and reading in the bath!

The separate laundry is large with good storage and even room for a pet bed or two, and leading off this is an integral two-car garage complete with workbench.

A short flight of stairs leads to a second bathroom with good-sized shower. The white wall tiles and blue floor tiles gives this bathroom a crisp, fresh edge.

The guest bedroom is generous in size, light, sunny and with a double fitted wardrobe. The third bedroom is presently being used as an office and has been fitted with a bespoke bookcase and built in drawers. It captures the sun and even has room for an exercise bike should the need arise!

Luxurious drapes, stunning light fixtures, new high-end flooring and fully fenced, this home lacks for nothing, it is aesthetically pleasing as well as comfortable.

This is a unique property, in a very desirable location and offers a rare opportunity to anyone seeking a harmonious way of life in Havelock North . . . check it out now.

ADDRESS: 35 Muritai Crescent, Havelock North.

BUILT: 2000. LAND: 501sqm (more or less).

HOME: 220sqm (more or less).

KITCHEN: Dark green cabinetry with stainless steel work suface, eye level oven, gas hob. DINING: Open plan.

LIVING AREA: Open plan.

BATHROOMS: Family plus ensuite .

BEDROOMS: Three (one presently being used as a study).

LAUNDRY: Large separate with ample storage.

EXTRAS: Office.

GARAGE: Integral double with workbench.

GARDEN: Gorgeous private landscaped courtyard, fully fenced.

HEATING: Compliant wood burner, two heat pumps.