Haven on Huia

The owner loves the wonderful location and tranquil atmosphere of this hidden Huia oasis so much, she’s subdividing and downsizing to a smaller home next door.

Now you have a chance to invest in your own slice of paradise on the much soughtafter rural end of Huia Street, with a warm and inviting home and plenty of land to enjoy.

Nestled among mature trees andlandscaped gardens, offering up stunning views of Kapiti Island, the inviting home faces north west for all-day sun.

This property sets the scene for laid-back living, with an open-plan kitchen, dining and livng area flowing effortlessly out through french doors onto a large deck, where you can entertain guests or just listen to the birdsong in the trees, while soaking up scenic vistas.

Also upstairs you’ll find two bedrooms, a family bathroom and a dedicated laundry room. A large west-facing office is also suitable as a lounge, media room or fifth bedroom.

The lower level is home to two bedrooms and a bathroom, as well as a garage and workshop with ample storage, plus a separate garage and workshop.

The efficient wood burner generates considerable heat and warms the upper level. There is also underfloor heating in the living and bedroom areas that can be used if needed, with concrete floors that hold the heat and an orientation that ensures all-day sun.

Owner Lynette has lived here for 10 years and can’t get enough of the property’s sundrenched privacy and its proximity to Waikanae village.

‘‘I’ve enjoyed the property’s rural nature, while being close to town. It’s a beautiful place to live – very relaxing. I love being out on the deck with a glass of wine watching the sun set – every evening is different. It’s also a great house for entertaining – either out on the deck or under the trees, or spread across the living areas,’’ she says.

‘‘I work from home, so having an office with a sublime view is inspirational – you never get bored looking out the window. In winter there is the fireplace warming the place and creating a great ambience. And there is space and storage. When my family or friends come to stay, they have the space downstairs, which gives them a separate space and bathroom.’’

‘‘I like being out in the garden and watching plants grow and flower. It’s an ever-changing tapestry – and such a pleasure to live amongst. The property changes with the seasons – from fresh blossom in spring with the Taiwanese Cherry trees just covered with tui, to the canopy of cover in summer, and then the amazing colours of autumn. The camellias, rhododendrons and roses all contribute in their seasons. Then there are the fruit trees – everyone just loves the lemons, apples and feijoas.’’

Lynette has poured plenty of TLC into the property, including updating the kitchen and some of the downstairs areas, redeveloping parts of the garden and removing trees that restricted light to the house. Now you can reap the benefits and enjoy a laidback lifestyle on popular Huia.

The property has recently been subdivided into the 4,494 squaremetre site, with the issuance of the new title imminent, yet its rural character and privacy are not compromised.

‘‘Doing the subdivision I was very conscious of not compromising the privacy and ambience of the existing house and to ensure that the new house would also have privacy as well,’’ Lynette says.

This is an opportunity to enjoy the lifestyle and beauty of this stunning property – a haven to come home to. Call me today to experience this peaceful lifestyle retreat for yourself,’’ says Charlie Goodyer from Property Brokers Kapiti.