Absolute Prime Location, Regent

Positioned on a corner site, festooned in colourful bougainvillea 18 Donald St beckons you with a warm welcome. Genuinely capacious, the 176m2 kauri built house with original layout and details is steeped in yesteryear appeal with stained glass windows and authentic timber details. With two good sized lounges, two bathrooms, four good size bedrooms there is room to both gather and hibernate. You will love the many tranquil nooks to sit and contemplate. From the verandah, you'll be captivated by the moonrise over Parihaka! On a warm summer's day, unwind in a comfy chair with a good book in the shady green garden. So much to love about this home set on a freehold 746m2 title! The long, high stud garage with concrete floor and new roof offers wonderful light. Although unpretentious, it is perfect for a studio, club gathering, carpentry shed or for your boat. Observing the thrushes, fantails and kingfishers birds busy around the established exotic trees, you feel so far removed from the hustle and bustle, while practically in the middle of the city. It's just minutes away from two supermarkets, and a 12 minute walk to town, the library, to the movies or shopping. The roof has been replaced and some piles replaced. Yes there is some work to be done but like a wonderful warm hearted great aunt, she takes everything in her stride. Soundly built in 1919, withstanding the test of time, she responds to your doting with a reassuring embrace. Positioned on the corner of Neil and Douglas Street, there is good access to the rear section for possible future development. There are so many possibilities .... reside, invest, landbank, develop. Our vendor is motivated and welcomes all serious offers. For sale by Tender, closing 11:00 am Wednesday 10 December (vendor reserves the right to sell before tender date). www.rwwhangarei.co.nz/WHC38397