1164 Thornton Road, Thornton, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty

Always wanted to go rural, but stay within convenient, easy reach of town? Now's your chance with this spacious and newly renovated, four-bedroom home and near new 22m x 9m shed, which would be ideal for a contractor wishing to run a business from home and keep the equipment in a very accessible location to service the surrounding area.

Inside, the home features multiple living and leisure areas, including a large lounge/media room, a living room that doubles as a kids' lounge, a separate office, and a spacious open-plan dining area. All with ranch sliders flowing seamlessly onto a large north and east facing wrap around Kwila deck, providing additional outdoor space to entertain and play. The smart layout is ideal for families. The central, large kitchen boasts excellent bench space, 90cm gas hob and electric oven making cooking a delight. To the side you'll find a laundry that doubles as the scullery. A social corner in the dining area is adjoined to a conveniently located office. Bright and peaceful, the master bedroom with its tasteful ensuite opens onto the north facing, sun drenched deck. Three additional double bedrooms give options for families to have their own private space and ideal for guests to feel at home.

The 22m x 9m pole shed design embodies a huge functional space, excellent for contractors or simply enjoy the pleasure of having a very tidy covered space for all your recreational toys. Complete with the convenience of its own bathroom and laundry. Leave it open plan or build internal walls to create rooms that suit.

This property is ideal for a couple of horses/ponies and there's an outside shelter to keep them out of the rain and provide shade - the shelter could also be easily made into two stables. An expansive lawn with ample room for the kids to burn off energy. Native birds are frequent visitors, with their own private wetland sanctuary in the northern end of the property. Time is your friend, with low maintenance, thriving landscaped gardens and Griselinia hedging on the boundary that will create privacy, shelter, and a lush green backdrop. Such a fabulous location and just a stroll (300m) up the road to the beach access, 12 mins to Whakatane, 10 mins to Edgecumbe and 5 mins to Matata! Call Monique for details and to discuss your options.