404 Otuiti Road, Pukekawa, Franklin, Auckland

DIRECTIONS: Once you get to the Onewhero golf club turn down Pukekawa Churchill Road. This avoids a gravel road that some GPS directs you to go down.

Nestled in a quiet country lane, this solid brick, 214 square metre home is located on 2.59 (6.47 acres) hectares of gentle to undulating land. Quality constructed, it has undergone recent refurbishment leaving it beautifully refreshed and supremely comfortable with inclusions such as DVS ventilation system, LED lighting, a security system and abundant storage. Practical and attractive, flooring is used to excellent effect in the heavy traffic areas. Off the foyer the large sunlit lounge room with feature wall connects with family living via double doors offering privacy as required.

Endowed with a plethora of windows and serene views across the countryside, liberally dotted with sheep, the sundrenched dining and living areas with wood fire are overseen by an impressive bright kitchen with plentiful cabinetry, stone benchtops, glass splashback, Bosch appliances, two ovens (one of which is a combi oven/microwave), induction hob and L shaped island bench with breakfast bar. One set of sliding doors spills out to the wrap around patio and stylish covered outdoor recreation where café blinds ensure all weather use. A second set opens to al fresco barbeques, dining and bubbling bliss in the spa.

The long hallway passes three bedrooms with built-in robes, a laundry with storage and outdoor access, a toilet and the family bathroom with both bath and shower to arrive at the master wing with peaceful views, walk-in robes, ensuite and sliding doors to the spa-side patio.

The double lock up garage has internal access, there's a chicken coop, five paddocks, animal shelters which currently cater to pet pigs, several garden sheds and bountiful fruit trees. Water supply is via a 38,000 litre tank and this property also has its own pond. Idyllically located amongst a caring community with school pick up at the gate, a short drive to...