44C Gilbransen Road, Kumeu, Rodney, Auckland

A home that slinks along in stealth mode away from the thoroughfare, this deeply welcoming residence is a revelation of privacy, space, and stunning sunsets.

Set off the street, with understated mature foliage hugging the boundaries, there is a sense of being cocooned in a generous family abode, with all the trappings of welcome and comfort evident from the moment you arrive.

But, just quickly, this home boasts the chicest boat park we've encountered. Seamlessly blending into the classic landscaping with its subtle pebble pad as attractive texturally as it is practically, this provides forever sought-after off-street parking for a boat or camper.

Indoors a clever layout ensures a variety of sleeping options for all ages and stages with the dual wings of bedrooms bisected by an inimitably well-laid out family-friendly kitchen lounge and dining space.

This capacious zone provides the canvas for all your family gathering dreams. Hosting next Christmas will be a breeze as guests circulate the central dining point and enjoy the easy flow to the sheltered back garden

With the kind of kitchen you can fit all the little ones in on baking day, and a cleverly adjoined yet delineated formal lounge, the floorplan is noticeably socially savvy and offers up evenings flitting between the BBQ and large island bench while kids and pets play in the secure back garden.

With the perfect aspect spilling out to an easy-care garden, an obvious history of maintenance and thoughtful attention this home beguiles with its light-filled layout and unexpected features like an office nook, sleekly tucked away laundry, and probably most lovely of all, views that graze the top of the Riverhead Forest

There's something that etches a certain groundedness into homes that look at this inky-toned hillside, they feel settled and calm. Which is just how you will feel on weekday mornings, making the 1 minute trip to school across from your driveway :)

Conjunctionals will be warmly welcomed.

Documents can be downloaded from: www.44cgilbransen.com