Time to do a double take
A short distance from charming Titirangi village, this versatile property has two houses and enough land for future development, writes Rakesh Krishnan
MORE THAN just two homes for sale – what is on offer at 27 Atkinson Rd in the Auckland suburb of Titirangi is opportunity. The opportunity to enjoy a family retreat or a business opportunity, be it rental, bed and breakfast or future development.
Located at the end of a winding driveway serving an enclave of just a handful of quality homes, this property enjoys a highly advantageous spot, close to arterial roads, zoned schools and the entertainment options in Titirangi village.
As a measure of its desirability, the property is on the market for the first time in half a century. When owners Tom and Wendy first acquired it 50 years ago, they knew they were onto something special.
Initially, the section just had the main house at the back. Substantial in size, it has two spacious living areas and four bedrooms, including a resort-like master bedroom. The entire house boasts warm timber flooring and sarked ceilings.
In the 1990s, Tom, a builder by trade, constructed the newer threestorey dwelling to function as a bed and breakfast. Built in the style of an English cottage, every inch comes with embellishments and features that give it a fairytale character.
Children – and some adults – are likely to scoot straight to the top storey with its quaint attic and sewing room. In fact, many guests are known to insist on staying in the cosy yet comfortable lodgings up there.
On the floor below, there are two double bedrooms including the master with luxury ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. A well-appointed open-plan living area greets you downstairs, along with an internal access garage.
Other features of this 2151-square-metre property include a ‘‘man cave’’ with its own fireplace and beer fridge; a conservatory and a solar-heated swimming pool.
Every piece of land on offer has been painstakingly cared for. Magnolias, daffodils, roses, mature trees and curious garden features are an indication of what’s in store for the coming summer. There is even a tropical hideout by the