Good things come in twos

With more than enough kitchens (two), bedrooms (six), and living areas to accommodate two whole families (one up, one down), it's hard to believe this commanding masonry home started life as a little brick bungalow. Today, expanded, modernised and recognised as one of the biggest homes within easy walking distance of Meadowbank School, it offers amazing flexibility and turnkey income potential. There are genuine benefits of living so high on the ridge - two of the most obvious are views and sunshine. A spectacular widescreen outlook from sumptuous open plan living areas encompasses Mount Eden, Mount Hobson, The Sky Tower and Rangitoto Island. Your wraparound barbeque deck is the best spot to usher-in every new year and marvel at the fireworks with friends and family. The home enjoys two distinct zones. Upstairs has virtually everything one family would need; including a great kitchen/dining/living area, three big bedrooms, two bathrooms, plus a separate laundry. Downstairs is equally spacious and self-contained with another kitchen/dining/living area, and another two large bedrooms with a bathroom/laundry. The sixth bedroom or office is near the front door, between the grand entry staircase and the generous double garage. Outside there is grass for play, a carport and secure off-street parking for up to 7 other vehicles. When we asked the owners what they loved about their home they spoke of the superb location, the breathtaking views, the flexible layout, and the overwhelming sense of solidity and permanence that masonry and brick construction has provided for them. They have one house too many now however, meaning number two has got to go.