This charming Kauri cottage's three-bedroom floorplan and picturesque private garden are perfectly proportioned for professionals, young families and downsizers who love the Devonport lifestyle. Crafted circa 1880, the rough sawn weatherboard home is part of local history and has been immaculately maintained and practically updated over time. The current owner has lived here for the past 23 years and loved raising two daughters in this cosy, comfortable environment. A white picket fence, rose cottage gardens and the classic veranda create a charming street presence. Many character features remain intact inside, particularly in the original part of the home at the front. Morning sun streams into the two front bedrooms, then wraps around to illuminate the deck and rear garden throughout the day until it sets in the evening. Conveniently, the separate lounge can be closed off from the open-plan kitchen and dining space when required. French doors and bifold windows create an easy connection with the outdoor living, where flat lawns are framed with established, easy-care private gardens that are filled with birdlife. Church Street is located at the very heart of Devonport, nestled between Mount Victoria, North Head and Mount Cambria. It is a vibrant and tightly-held neighbourhood with friendly residents of all ages. The local café is a community hub where neighbours meet for coffee and breakfast, while iconic White's Dairy is the perfect spot for an afternoon ice cream. As it is now predominately one-way, the street is quiet and peaceful, yet very well-connected and within walking distance from the primary school and kindy. Whatever way the wind is blowing, there's a choice of beautiful beaches a short stroll away - buzzy Torpedo Bay or spectacular Cheltenham. The village and ferry are also just a 10-minute walk from home. Start your next chapter at the heart of Devonport. Public download link for property documents: https://www.harcourts.co.nz/DP24429#documents