18 Stamford Place, Ohauiti, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Prepare to fall head over heels for this elegantly contemporary home at the end of a tranquil and sought-after Ohauiti cul-de-sac. The single level 199sqm (approx.) residence has been well designed and oriented as the perfect setting to raise a family of young ones or to relax in as the perfect downsizer’s retreat. The property offers a range of uber sunny and sheltered zones to chill with friends around the barbecue while the kids safely scamper about on fully fenced lawns.

Natural light and a neutral décor enhance interior spaces where raised ceilings add volume and define open-plan living areas robustly anchored by polished concrete flooring. In the colder months the home’s heat pumps come into their own, as does the underfloor heating in wet areas. Patio alfresco zones are approached through stackable sliders in the dining room and sunny sitting room both fitted with recessed built in storage for media gear and collectables. The kitchen with walk in pantry and café window is an efficient U-shaped culinary hub where black stone counters incorporate a gas hob in the suite of stainless steel appliances. Double bedrooms and a study share in glamorous combination bathroom with wet shower, bathtub, central vanity and toilet alcove. The master bedroom enjoys a restful garden aspect and has another underfloor heated bathroom ensuite. The home is fitted with gas mains for economical hot water supply delivering additional cost of living savings.

An internal access double garage has extra parking on a large forecourt as part of a fully fenced well-established freehold 607sqm (approx.) section. In zone for Maungatapu School and Tauranga Intermediate, the Toi Ohomai campus is a short drive from home. Several arterial commuter routes are also nearby for those needing to readily travel to Tauriko, the Mount and the central city.