Islandbay

BUYERS ENQUIRY OVER $995,000 'Best kept secret' is overused in real estate marketing, but this delightful 1940's character home truly is a hidden treasure in sought-after city-end Karori. Safely sequestered amid native trees and birdsong, it faces north for great sun and views to offer an idyllic, tranquil lifestyle within a short stroll of bus routes, shops, and schools. Features include: - Three double-bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and two bathrooms, including a sunny, spacious master with ensuite - 150sqm^ house, 664sqm^ section - Light-filled living and dining, complete with eat-in kitchen, polished floorboards, and French doors to a treetops deck where the sights include berry-inebriated kereru hanging upside down from a karaka tree - Elevated for immersive views over Karori to Johnston Hill Scenic Reserve and west towards Makara - Serene, green setting, with native trees, garden beds, and flat lawn: just picture yourself on a summer's day, sitting on a vintage bench seat under a young rimu - Versatile access from three streets for quick shortcuts to a choice of bus routes, shopping villages, and some of Wellington's best schools (it's also zoned for Wellington College and Wellington Girls' College) - Bonus of garage for secure off-street parking for when you want to walk or bike to town or Victoria University Not only is this wonderful home for sale for just the first time in 20 years but the vendor loved it so much she owned it twice! You'll instantly see why at Sunday's viewing. Please note this property has dual access. You can access from the end of Burn Street or from Karori Road. (^Source: Property Guru) Tender closes 12pm, Thursday 5th October 2023 at 8 Kent Terrace, Wellington (will not be sold prior)