10 Te Puna Place, Havelock North, Hastings, Hawke’s Bay, 4130, New Zealand

Turn into prestigious Te Puna Place, Havelock North and straight away the immaculately cared-for property at the end of the cul-de-sac stands out.

Appealing to everyone from entertainers to growing families and those simply after a sunny, peaceful spot to enjoy big, open views, and birdsong, this lovely home combines the twin attractions of an elevated site and easy, single-level living. Plus, it’s low maintenance, built in the 1980s of brick and cedar, with long-run roofing and aluminum joinery.

The magnificent outlook from a morning-sun deck spans from Te Mata Peak and surrounding hills, across a green valley around to the north, while a second deck is the place for afternoon sun.

With a huge open plan living room encompassing lounge and dining, a separate, highly workable kitchen, and three good-sized bedrooms. one currently serving as “the den”, a sunny, cosy sitting-room-cum- study handy to the kitchen and with its share of the view, 10 Te Puna Place offers flexibility for a variety of lifestyles.

Both bathrooms have been modernised, there’s a separate laundry, and great storage throughout, including a walk-in wardrobe in the master bedroom. High studs enhance the sense of space, while ducted air-conditioning in the kitchen, bedrooms and hall guarantees all-season temperature comfort.

A short drive or 20 minutes’ walk takes you to Havelock North village eateries, boutique shops, cinema, community facilities and services, while nearby reserves and Te Mata Park provide walking and mountain biking tracks. Zoned for several well-regarded schools and conveniently located for the village’s private schools, 10 Te Puna has all the attributes of a great family home.