Takapuna's Best Kept Secret... Substantial and superbly positioned on a freehold 1085sqm (more or less) site, where the original charming 1950s weatherboard bungalow has been beautifully extended and upgraded leaving you with a rare family sanctuary in the very heart of Takapuna. Private and peaceful, it delivers the holy grail of coastal living, offering space, flexibility and location, all wrapped in timeless Kiwi character. Spanning two thoughtfully configured levels, the home has been designed with family life in mind, offering natural separation and flow. The master suite is positioned upstairs as a peaceful retreat, while up to five bedrooms in total provide exceptional versatility, keep them all, or tailor the layout to suit with a second living zone, media room or dedicated work-from-home space. With generous proportions throughout and 2.5 bathrooms, this is a home that allows everyone room to relax, recharge and reconnect. At the centre of the home, a fabulous family kitchen with butler's pantry becomes the natural gathering place, flowing seamlessly into open-plan living and out to multiple sun-drenched decks capturing the all day sun. This is entertaining made easy, from relaxed weekday dinners to long summer lunches with friends. Outdoors, a fully fenced garden, swimming pool and barbecue area create a private haven where kids can roam free and summer memories are made. It's quintessential Kiwi living…barefoot, relaxed and built for family fun. And then there's the lifestyle. Leave the car at home and stroll to Takapuna Beach, shops, cafés and restaurants, with excellent transport links close by. Zoned for Westlake Girls, Takapuna Grammar, Takapuna Normal Intermediate and Takapuna School, this is an address that truly delivers for families. Private, freehold and wonderfully flexible, this is family Takapuna living done right. Features and Benefits • Freehold site of 1085sqm (more or less) • Fully renovated/upgraded weatherboard home • 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathroom • Fabulous, flexible open plan living with modern kitchen and butlers pantry • Fully fenced backyard, swimming pool and expansive decks for entertaining • Garaging and great off street parking • Polished timber floors • Central Takapuna, walking distance to beach, shopping, cafes and restaurants, public transport and motorway links • Zoned for exceptional schools: Westlake Girls, Takapuna Grammar, TNIS, Takapuna School