303B Maungatapu Road, Maungatapu, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Set well back from the road on a sizable flat and fenced section, this utterly charming property is full of all sorts of pleasant surprises. Centrally addressed with proximity to a range of amenities, the tidy single level home has been cherished for almost 15 years by the current owner. With warm welcoming atmosphere and lovely indoor and outdoor spaces, first home buyers, couples, retirees, and downsizers will be drawn to this sheltered and private two-bedroom cottage basking in light and all-day sunshine.

The 100 sqm (approx.) interior is defined by a neutral toned walls with pops of featured colour and quality carpeting throughout. High raked ceilings and abundant glazing adds volume and a sense of space to the open plan lounge fitted with wall mounted heat pump while a ranch slider accesses the covered north facing front deck and cobbled alfresco courtyard. The galley kitchen is a modern space with Fisher & Paykel appliances and has a back door to the yard. A new HRV system throughout maintains a comfortable temperature assuring of a good night’s sleep in two sizable double bedrooms – master also with heat pump. The toilet sits alongside a bathroom with wet shower offering scope here to upgrade if desired. An extra height carpeted single garage is internal access while a good-sized washhouse room sits to the rear.

The section is a real crowd-pleaser with fruit trees, raised beds, three sheds and masses of space for kids and pets to safely roam along with ample space to park boat and campervan. Walking distance to shops, services, childcare centre, and parks, and within Maungatapu School zone, this location truly is a key feature. The bus stop is nearby for a city commute or in a few minutes by car you’re hitting Fifteenth Avenue for travel to the city or Tauriko.