249 Harbour Road, Ōhope

Here’s a harbourside sanctuary you may never want to leave.

The two storey, three-bedroom home sits in a prime spot at the eastern end of Ōhope, looking out over Otao South Reserve and Ōhiwa Harbour.

The owners have thoroughly enjoyed their 10 years here, but have decided it’s time to trade one beautiful view for another, so they’re heading into town.

They leave behind a home that, years after construction, still presents as new. It is immaculate, inside and out – well maintained and beautifully styled with a floor plan that makes the most of its location and the available views.

The living and master bedroom are both at the front of the house with picture windows, and a balcony, to enjoy the view.

During the week – especially during winter – it’s a tranquil outlook, dominated by the natural beauty of the ever-changing harbour.

But at the weekend with families enjoying the reserve and playground, there’s more people-watching action to accompany your morning cuppa.

With a compact 280-square-metre section, and no lawns to mow, this is a very easy-care home.

The house offers 180 square metres of living across two levels. On the ground floor, the front door opens onto a sizeable, tiled foyer that gives you a taste of what is to come.

There is a guest bedroom down here; a large, light-filled room that has French doors opening to a private, beautifully planted courtyard.

There’s also a laundry with access to the outdoors and a conveniently placed, not-so-little shed for gardening tool and other storage. The double, internal access garage also offers plenty of storage for vehicles and beach toys.

The other two bedrooms and living areas are upstairs.  It’s fabulously sunny up here with light pouring through the many windows.

As well as the harbour-facing main balcony, there is a small north-facing deck off the dining room.

There’s a home office tucked behind doors in the living area and off the hallway there are two more bedrooms, including the master with large en suite (including bath) where you will wake up to the most wonderful view. The other bedroom is also a good size room, enjoying the afternoon sun.

Both the harbour and beach are just a short walk away, and it’s a short drive to the Ōhope Beach Golf Links, the wharf and eateries.

This is a home that will suit retirees, like its current owners, but also busy professionals seeking an easy-care home in which to come home and relax after a busy day.

As a permanent home or holiday home, it is perfect.

* Stunning harbour views
*  Immaculate, inside and out
*  184sqm of living, two levels
*  Easy-care section

PGG WRIGHTSONS

249 Harbour Road, Ōhope
Sale by deadline Treaty (unless sold prior), closing September 18 at 4pm
OPEN HOME:  Sunday, 12pm to 12.30pm
Agent: AMANDA BLOMMERDE 020 4025 4128 or phone  07 307 1613