42 Cheltenham Road, Cheltenham, Devonport, North Shore City, Auckland

Own a piece of Cheltenham history with this extraordinary home, built at the turn of the century of solid Kauri and sited in a large garden within steps of beautiful Cheltenham beach. Fabulous for families inside and out with four generous bedrooms, three living rooms and a huge section with ample room for a pool. Its stone pillared fence and traditional features ensure it still stands out from the crowd. The current owners (of over 40 years) found it to be the perfect haven to raise their four children and have appreciated its gentility, majesty, and spectacular character, but most of all they have loved its robust livability and proximity to the beach creating a near perfect lifestyle for family, friends, and pets.

The 13-foot stud gives a lofty ambience rarely found over two levels, gracious living rooms with feature ceilings invite a read by the fire or convivial dinners. Huge bay windows welcome in the verdant garden and charming streetscape whilst upstairs verandas remind you how close you are to the beach. The spacious kitchen is very much country style, feeling like the heart of the home, it doubles as casual dining and opens to a beautiful morning room, an evening library or TV room, and to a sunny veranda for a quiet breakfast.

The magnificent staircase carries you to the upper level where four bedrooms include two with ensuites, providing great options for family and friends. From here most rooms open to balconies overlooking the rare 906sqm garden and views of the sea over the beachfront homes.

The generous size and charming style of the garden provides balance and a natural harmony between inside and out.

Options are plentiful, keep as is, or renovate to create your own style, the gardens also offer room for a pool and a great playground for families and pets. Regardless of your plans, you will be unlikely to have an opportunity like this in Cheltenham again.

There is no substitute for the real thing, the integrity of the original character ensures the amazing craftsmanship and spirit of the time is fully captured in this beautiful and eye-catching property.