18 Esslin Road, Surfdale

Auction 11 a.m. Saturday 23 March 2024 On-Site (unless sold prior) The immediate waterfront views, barefoot stroll via Esslin Reserve from the property to picturesque Picnic Bay, incredible sheltered subtropical gardens, completely level site and the mid-century design notes of the house all draw you into the magical appeal of 18 Esslin. The house is spacious and features cork flooring through-out the living, slate flooring in the sunroom and stone fireplace all harking to the 70's. It's been an extremely happy family home for over 30 years, the gardens previously loved and featured on garden tours, the glorious pops of deep tropical tones and fragrance a constant reminder of that passion and care. The master with ensuite privately occupies the entire upper level, the ground level consists of generous living, dining, bedroom, sunroom, study, studio, family bathroom, laundry and internal access garaging. Designed as an island home with flexibility and proper rooms for hobbies, crafting, art and gathering family. The studio with private entrance, provides a work from home/ meeting clients/ gallery option. Whether you retain the original features or renovate, you have a level easy access site to do so. Proximity to the local school that caters for years 1 through to 13 is within 500m, the Kennedy Point ferry terminal is within 1km. Life feels gentle and timeless here. Swim, stroll the gardens, harvest banana, macadamia, grapes, plums and your raised vege gardens, then settle in on the porch for a sundowner at the end of day complete with sunset and perhaps a yacht anchored in the bay. However don't be too lulled - this is waterfront at entry level on Waiheke Island and the executors of the estate have their duty to complete. Auction is set for 23rd March (unless sold prior) CV $1.6m. eBook and guide to value available by request. (Boundaries are indicative only) ...