36 Karaka Road, Otumoetai, Tauranga, Bay Of Plenty, 3110, New Zealand

This sophisticated north facing retreat set down a private driveway at the end of an upmarket cul de sac has an in-ground heated pool. Significantly transformed and updated since its early 1960’s beginnings, with Celcrete and timber weatherboard cladding integrating double glazing and insulation.

With abundant natural light, the sleek modernist interior is highly specced and thoughtfully curated. Underfloor heating beneath most of the tiled areas maintains ambient warmth along with a ducted heat pump upstairs and statement log burner fireplace in the open plan living room. Marble look tiling introduces a European chic to core living areas where banks of doors provide multiple exits accessing covered alfresco, lawns and decks bordering the pool. Ash timber laminate adorns cabinetry in the designer kitchen with freestanding stone bench island and fully equipped scullery. A good night’s sleep for all comes from four carpeted double bedrooms with master enjoying seclusion on the ground floor enhanced by subway tiled ensuite and spacious walk-in closet. Upstairs, the crew have space to relax in a landing lounge comprising an office nook and balcony with water and port glimpses. All upstairs bedrooms share a minimalist full-size bathroom while a guest powder room beside the separate laundry downstairs is handy for visitors. An office or fifth bedroom finishes off this family perfect floor plan.

Secured behind intercom controlled electric gates there’s room for the boat outside double garages on the fully fenced 1067 sqm (approx.) grounds. Close to shops and a swift commute to the CBD, the property lies within coveted Pillans Point School zone. This is a home where entertainment dreams come true and your children’s appreciation of fun and freedom are poised to flourish.