Classic character meets modern living in this warm and welcoming home. Pine timber floors add charm throughout the living spaces, complemented by new carpet in the three bedrooms and hallway. Designed for relaxed living and entertaining, the home offers open plan kitchen and dining alongside a separate lounge. Both spaces open via French doors to a large covered deck - the perfect spot to soak up sweeping north facing views, with additional outlooks to the east and west. The lounge is a filled with natural light, featuring a bay window, heat pump, and French doors that invite the outdoors in. The kitchen is well equipped with a glass hob, under bench oven, rangehood, dishwasher, and plenty of bench and cupboard space. A sunny laundry sits just off the kitchen, with a tub, built in cat door and direct access to the deck. A full family bathroom includes a separate bath and shower, plus a wall fan heater for year round comfort. Storage is well catered for with multiple hallway cupboards and a large 180L hot water cylinder installed in 2023. Set on a generous 991sqm section, the fully fenced backyard is ideal for kids, pets, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Two separate driveways provide excellent off street parking - one leading to a standalone garage, the other to a large concreted parking area. Established gardens feature fruit and nut trees, while a character filled old water tank has been repurposed into a unique outdoor patio space. Positioned just a five minute walk to the township and only 15 minutes to the new motorway connection, commuting north or south is easy. Nearby amenities include Pak'nSave, The Warehouse, Chemist Warehouse, Mitre 10 and more. There are endless opportunities for fishing, boating, and waterfront relaxation with Te Arai Beach, Port Albert Wharf and the Kaipara Harbour all within easy reach. With so much on offer in such a convenient location, this is a property that deserves your immediate attention. Don't miss the chance to make it yours!