A prestigious setting in the heart of Epsom just off Mountain Road,and surrounded by other mature homes and gardens.This classic 1948 house offers a warm spacious haven for the growing family. Boasting a wide fronted flat site with a north facing aspect and ever so close to Auckland's metropolis and Newmarket's luxury shopping mecca, this location just off Mountain Road is highly sought after, offering up a range of lifestyle options, as well as many locational advantages. The educational facilities of AGS and EGGs for a starter, plus the high decile selection of private girls' and boys' schools too. The Eden Gardens nearby attract plant enthusiasts from afar, while the Lido Theatre, Alexandra Night Trots and the Newmarket pool ensure recreational facilities cater for all. This two storey weatherboard home was designed by the renowned architect Charles Light for himself. The ground floor with access to both private front and rear gardens displays two large bedrooms, a family bathroom, a sunny conservatory and a huge rumpus/storage space. The upper level hosts a traditional formal lounge and deck overlooking the Spring garden, home to a myriad of birdlife seeking out the colourful kowhai. The kitchen opens to the family dining area where many a family get together has been enjoyed. Another two bedrooms, a second bathroom and a home office complete this level. So much to love about this address - its freehold (979m²) and Zoned Mixed House suburban for any lurking developers who have missed out recently. After 30 years the time has come to move on, and our current owners offer up this opportunity to another family to enjoy , or alternatively astute tool- ready builders or savvy land bankers will seize this opportunity to own a piece of prime real estate so close to town. CV: $3,050,000. Don't delay, the boxes are nearly packed, the garden's in full flower and the property is ripe and ready for rejuvenation/remodeling right now.