Tucked neatly behind a cream picket fence and framed by stunning gardens, this three-bedroom/two-bathroom James Street home is immaculately presented and offers much more than first meets the eye.

From its thoughtfully designed living spaces to its abundant gardens, it offers the perfect blend of practicality and beauty – a true sanctuary.

Step through the front gate and you’re welcomed by immaculate lawns and flowering specimen trees. The home is north facing, drawing in sunshine throughout the day. Inside, the timber interior brings a natural warmth to the living spaces, while modern touches such as partial double glazing and tasteful updates ensure year-round comfort.

The layout is cleverly designed. At the heart of the home, the kitchen, dining and tiled conservatory make the most of the front outlook, with picture windows offering street and garden views.

The kitchen is both stylish and functional, with generous bench space, modern cabinetry, and an easy flow into the dining room. The lounge is tucked behind the conservatory for added privacy, opening westward to capture the afternoon sun.

The living spaces of this home wrap around a private internal courtyard – one of multiple zones available for relaxing – with the bedrooms and family bathroom positioned at the rear.

The master bedroom is a true retreat, complete with its own en suite, a standard double wardrobe plus a small walk-in robe. The other bedrooms are doubles with
floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the back garden.

One of the standout features here is the oversized garage. The current owners have cleverly reimagined the space so that one side still provides secure single-car garaging, while the other half has been transformed into a bright conservatory-style living area.

This versatile space houses a home office and laundry, offering excellent work-from-home potential or an additional lounge for hobbies and relaxation.
At the back of the 733-square-metre section sits another full-sized garage – a fantastic option for storage, a workshop, or tinkering on weekend projects.

Outdoors is where this property truly shines. Every inch of the garden has been carefully considered, planted for beauty and productivity. From cherry blossoms and wisteria to a wide selection of fruit trees – including lemons, mandarins, figs, guavas, persimmons, peacherine, and more – the garden provides delights across every season.

Blueberries and extensive organic vegetable plots add to the abundance, while a hothouse keeps seedlings thriving. There’s even a dedicated chook house, currently home to doves, adding to the charm.

With retirement village neighbours on either side, the setting is wonderfully quiet yet convenient; just a two minute-stroll to the Kopeopeo shopping centre. Schools and other amenities are also close by.

31 James Street, Whakatāne | Listed by: Harcourts Whakatāne | Phone 07 308 6359
Price $859,000 | Open home Sunday, 12.30pm to 1pm
Agent: Sharna Pinkerton 027 370 7562