30 Ellett Road, Karaka, Franklin, Auckland

This 1.1 acre sanctuary is immediately appealing with its private, sheltered setting framed by flowering cherries, rhododendrons and camellias. A pond completes these beautifully landscaped gardens. An immaculately presented property being a real lifestyler's delight.

Immersed in peaceful rural ambiance in a desirable area of Karaka, this north facing 4-bedroom brick and cedar home plus self-contained studio offers functional, stylish, contemporary country living.

The light-filled kitchen with views features a Smeg double oven and Cohiba honed granite benchtops and leads to the open plan dining/living area and into the lounge with a Warmington fireplace with stone surround. Multiple doors open out to expansive decking, all-day sun and scenic north facing rural views.

Thoughtfully designed to maximize space and meet the needs of modern family living, this home features marble vanities complete with under floor heating in the bathroom and super spacious ensuite. The master suite also features a walk-in wardrobe and doors to the deck. Three other double bedrooms complete the sleeping areas. Ducted air-conditioning, American tongue & groove oak flooring, huge linen cupboard, powder room, small mud nook, and a large internal double garage with extensive storage completes the picture for this home.

Near the entrance to the property is a good size shed with a workshop, 2 vehicle bays, 3-phase power and mezzanine. Adjoining is a large one bedroom studio (5th bedroom, 3rd bathroom) with dining/living, ideal accommodation for extended family, home office business or teenage retreat. A well-established raised vege garden and two flat paddocks with post and rail fencing plus bore water supply offer all the opportunity to embrace living off the land.

Unassumingly sophisticated, this beautifully-presented easy-care lifestyle property in a sought-after Karaka location close to popular Te Hihi School is an idyllic picture of country family living.

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