178G Steel Road, Ararimu, Franklin, Auckland

Auction: HIK7RY07VV68H3MJHDT0 on Wednesday 3 September 2025 at 9:52AM (unless sold prior)

MODERN ADDITIONS MEET TRADITIONAL CHARM

Tucked into its own private pine forest and appropriately named, this gorgeous character villa was relocated to its current site in 2009 and shares a driveway at the end of a no exit peaceful road. Occupying a picturesque elevated position on 4.41 hectares (11 acres) with a valley shaped contour, the property is zoned Rural Production.

Improvements made in 2018 include a new roof, gutters and downpipes, insulation, and an exterior repaint, the kitchen was updated in 2016. This is a property where a little input will add a lot of value while finessing your own rural piece of paradise, a few finishing touches throughout would be welcome. Ornate features celebrate the beauty of this home’s era with its verandah, bay window, high ceilings sash windows and patterned ceilings while modern additions contribute comfort and convenience.

A gravel driveway leads to a free-standing double lock-up garage and steps entering the rear of the home. At the front, steps lead up to keyless front door entry off the covered verandah. Off the entry foyer, a large room with romantic bay window serves as the master bedroom with shower ensuite. Opposite this, a second large room with ornate fireplace and mantle-piece is used as another lovely bedroom. Both sunlit sizeable rooms have plenty of space available to add either built-in or walk-in wardrobes. Also off the hallway, a bedroom with built-in wardrobe shares the family bathroom.

Hallway’s end opens into the light-filled living area with heat pump, wood fire and bi-fold doors spilling onto a western timber deck. There’s also an HRV ventilation system and security with cameras in this inviting home. White, bright and very modern, the kitchen features a subway tile splashback, engineered stone benches with waterfall edge, Blum cabinetry hardware, tiled floor, stainless steel appliances, gas hob, pendant lighting and walk in pantry which cleverly incorporates the laundry. This welcoming home waits ready to reward its new owner for the TLC it deserves.

• Charming character villa on 4.41 scenic hectares
• Home relocated to this current site in 2009
• Established forest & native flora surrounds
• Driveway to free-standing double lock up garage
• Numerous recent improvements & additions
• Ornate features: verandah, bay window
• High ceilings, sash windows & patterned ceilings
• Modern inclusions: keyless entry, heat pump,
• HRV ventilation system & security cameras
• Security alarm system monitored by ADT
• Spacious main bedroom with built-in robe +
• Romantic bay window & ensuite with shower
• 2nd large light-filled bedroom + fireplace
• 3rd bedroom with built-in robe. Family bathroom
• Open plan dining & living. Bi-fold doors to timber deck
• Sleek modern kitchen. Butler’s pantry includes laundry
• Gas hot water supply. 2 x 25,000 litre water tanks
• 41km to Auckland Airport. 49km to Auckland CBD
• 9.3km to north & south motorway on ramp
• Close to Ararimu College & Primary School

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