27 Fitzroy Road, Bluff Hill

Maintaining the character and charm of the early 1900's, Fitzroy House has been extensively renovated and styled to become an elegant modern family home. A substantial 435 sq m of living, now priced below C.V $940,000 (2014) offers exceptional value. Through a security gate, a new driveway and double garage has enhanced this property immensely. Terrific off road parking provides not only convenience, but creates a grand entrance to this historic home. Behind the black door, the traditional long wide hallway with high stud greets visitors, the black and white checkered floor leading to an abundance of living areas on this the main living level. Your choice, relaxed or formal living. A modern kitchen with central island is a space in its own right, and opens to a generous family room. Step outside to a paved brick courtyard, private and sheltered. The dining room is formal in nature and calling for family occasions. Through twin tall French doors a large Kwila deck wraps the front of the house and provides a further entertaining area, with an outlook across the valley. Numerous character features are apparent, stained glass windows and native timber panels, an ornate stairwell central to the home. A wood burner, terrific gas heating, a heat pump and good insulation provides warmth in the winter. All bedrooms are generous, four upstairs, one down. The master bedroom has a small storage room beside, providing an ability to create a generous ensuite. Two family bathrooms are beautiful in keeping with the rest of the house. An additional family room is also upstairs, enjoying views to the ocean. No shortage of living spaces, choices for occasions and stages of life. Combine with five bedrooms and this spacious home has the collective flexibility for a family, or to run as Bed and Breakfast. In a highly desirable central hill location, zoned and close to NGHS, a short walk to Napier city this beautiful home has heart and soul, viewing will impress. C.V $940,000 (2014) ...