166 Braemar Road, Manawahe, Whakatane, Bay of Plenty

Positioned at the sunny Matata end of Braemar Road and with elevated views, this extensive and character-filled property offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 living areas, open plan dining, large newly-renovated kitchen, separate laundry and an office nook. A great central location means you are only 28km from Whakatane, and under 70km to Tauranga and Rotorua.

It is difficult to find a property that is so well set up for large families - with a large kitchen and dining area, cosy sunken lounge and reading / TV lounge upstairs - the house has been thoughtfully built so that it is easy for the whole family to come together for meals but each have their own private space and favourite part of the home. A central woodburner and heat transfer system makes sure that the house stays cosy in the colder months.

Even the utilities areas are kept distinct, with a separate laundry leading to the single garage which flows around to the workshop area. A kids play area will keep them busy in the back garden, while a north-facing deck and BBQ area with sprawling views over the plains and out to Whale Island will keep you busy entertaining and soaking up the sun.

• 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 lounges

• Single garage + workshop + laundry

• Expansive elevated views to Whale Island

• 3 bay shed

• 1.7263ha - mostly native bush

• Vege gardens + woodshed + established orchard

There is so much to explore here - you will need to see it for yourself.