79 Newington Avenue, Maori Hill, Otago

This executive style residence, designed by Ted McCoy in the 1970s has stood the test of time. With so many interesting architectural features, including attractive crisp lines and use of glass to inject light and space into the home. The entrance foyer, with wooden tongue and groove ceiling and floating staircase flows to the spacious open plan living and dining room, with feature Jetmaster open fireplace in the middle of the space, separating the zones. The living area includes a sliding door opening to the side yard and a sunken conversation pit with built in window seating and adjacent heatpump. Faithfully maintained over the years and double glazed throughout, the current owners consider themselves custodians of the home and have made many sympathetic improvements including a new kitchen which is a replica of the original but now with modern conveniences. The built in dining nook at the far end of the kitchen opens to a patio and front yard, perfect for morning coffees. At the rear of the home the master suite includes dual built-in wardrobes and ensuite bathroom, also with new complementary vanity joinery, in keeping with the original aesthetic, bath and toilet. An exterior door opens from the bedroom to a sunny side patio. A second double bedroom with built in wardrobe is across the hall from the family bathroom, which also includes new vanity joinery and benchtop with excellent storage, a large shower and toilet. A heatpump in the hallway warms the bedrooms. The upstairs area was originally designed and is currently used as an office study and sitting space, with views of the harbour. The room could also be utilised as a third bedroom or second living room depending on the needs of the new owner. This level also includes a large attic storage room. On the street a double carport and single garage allow for excellent off-street parking and storage. Manicured paths, flat lawns, feature trees and garden beds weave around the home, creating an inspired exterior to compliment the stunning interior. In a prime location, opposite Mercy Hospital, so close to the Māori Hill village and the city CBD, this is a rare opportunity to secure a modernist masterpiece. Enquire today for further information.