The moment the current owners caught sight of this slightly wild, well established "El Rancho" at the end of a driveway they were immediately captivated- " Clearly, it would be a breeze to live in with our young family. We are still here twenty-six years later". Set off the road on an ample 1,255 m2 (more or less) freehold section they were drawn to the simplicity of the house design, its clean lines and simple layout. Cacala's (trained in Prague under Bauhaus mentors) signature look is a powerful combination of form and practicality. This single level mid-century architect designed property has a well-balanced mix of bedrooms, studies and separate living. His homes have become sought- after properties and increasingly coveted as outstanding local examples of international style modernism. Perched away out of sight it has a polished, rectangular form with cladding of vertical weatherboards. A length of large sliding glass doors punctuates the rectilinear outline with the feeling of the gardens seeping into the interior. This classic shape provides privacy as well as connection between the living areas and bedrooms. In the early 2000s the current owners added a consented self-contained one bedroom "little house"- perfect for extended family, work from home or noisy teenagers! They say homes have a "feeling" and this one certainly does- original to its truest form. Its heart is about family, friends, events and moments. As the sellers say- "El Rancho" .... it's been a privilege"! To view/download property files please visit: https://www.harcourtsfiles.co.nz/listings/C43L