Happy Families Start Here
The small enclave of old'e world, genuine character homes nestled amongst the mature trees along Devonport Rd, between the CBD and Fifth Avenue Tauranga are well deserving of public admiration for their variety of early New Zealand architectural style, garden landscapes and for the enviable lifestyles they provide for their fortunate owners.
The address earned its status among discerning homeowners as one of Tauranga's best, over eighty years ago, providing early Tauranga with some of its finest and most prestigious homes. This location with it's unique lifestyle opportunity will never lose it's appeal due to, not only the impressive street appeal, but also because of the easy access to the harbour for water activities, the CBD, for shopping, theatres, cafes and restaurants and Tauranga's original school (Tauranga Primary School ), which is literally on the door step.
One of the original homes built in the 1930s which is attracting buyer attention, arguably stands out as one of the best in its neighbourhood, not only for its outstanding original character style and location, but for its beautifully landscaped gardens and impressive renovation and refurbishment.
The residence at number 8 Arundel St (between Fourth and Fifth Avenues) never goes un-noticed from street view, because of it's big, formal leafy focus covered walls and iron gates, which not only provide security and privacy from the street but also a feature that blends well with the true character of the home itself with it's solid plaster base, dark stained cedar weatherboards and stark white detail finishing.
On arrival at the main entrance, the home and gardens stand out. The home for its striking 1930s architecture and the gardens with their formal planting and privacy, multiple retreats, colour and vibrancy. A beautifully framed solid entry door greets you in a lovely formal entry from under a pedestrian portico, from there taking you on an amazing voyage of discovery. Immediately, you cannot help but be impressed by the sheer presence and opulence of the interior, the exciting and tasteful use of colour and the large casement windows and French and bi fold doors framing the green of the lawns and gardens beyond and opening to the gardens from all of the living areas. A large brick open fire fights for your attention in the formal lounge and the high white ceilings with timber beams provide that feeling of solidity and strength.
All of your living can be done on this level and from it, access is easy to the grounds and abundant entertaining spaces.
The large, well-appointed kitchen is the hub of the living and while adding a more modern, yet relaxed feel to the home, is perfectly located to access both the formal dining, family and covered alfresco dining area. Bi fold doors provide easy access from the family area to the spacious, covered dining space which features an open fireplace and barbecue, ensuring all year entertaining. From this stunning spot, the flow to the gardens, heated in ground pool and plunge pool beyond, is exceptional. A light, sunny, private area that features an extensive use of old bricks, terracotta tiles, and formal planting in a Mark Cashmore landscape, designed for not only play, but for entertaining and relaxation as well. Two bedrooms, both enjoying morning sun, the second making an ideal home office for the work from home professional, and the separate family bathroom make up the ground floor level of the home.
Taking the elegant stairway, which rises gently from the entry to the upper level, the natural light beams in through four leadlight windows which cleverly mirror the original lead light design in the entry door. Three large bedrooms (the master a huge 4.8m x 6.5m plus ensuite), are positioned on the northern side of the house, ensuring warmth and light from the all-day sun. A second family bathroom and a large master ensuite and walk in robe are all in keeping with the character of the house, from the tiles and classic fittings, through to the enamelled claw footed bath in the ensuite.
Down a short passage with masses of storage, lies a room the envy of many. Although it has a pool table this room is more than just a games room and is finished to the same quality standard as the rest of the home. It is large enough for multiple uses and with its unique position is best described as an escape room for whatever you want to do.
The quaint original garage takes pride of place on the front boundary and now makes for, not only a quaint reminder of another era, but an ideal storage shed for bikes, kayaks and gardening equipment. The newer double garage and carport are at the rear of the property and have been designed to reflect the charm, character and design features of the home.
The house, while beautiful and functional, is just one part of the properties lifestyle appeal with the privacy feature of the 888sq-m section, and the fact that the City, with all it has to offer is simply just outside the front gate, is just as important.
A credit to its fastidious owners, the house style and finish belies its age. Its genuine character carries with it a timeless appeal and together with the properties location attributes makes for the perfect residence for couples and families alike.