45 Puataata Road, Turangi, Taupo, Waikato, 3334, New Zealand

Set on an elevated 627sm (more or less) section, sits the cosy Crabtree Cottage. This large section is planted out with feijoas, plums, lemons, blackcurrants, rhubarb and not surprisingly crab-apples. It is maintained and tendered with love and care, reminding you of your grandparent’s garden from your childhood. I have been treated to a tasty jar or two of jam made from these very fruits. The lawn is trimmed to perfection, the section fenced and there are sheds to store away garden tools, wood and the like. Sit out in this sunny backyard enjoying a scone with home-made plum jam and a glass of freshly squeezed lemonade.

There is a new enclosed sun deck to relax in and play a round of cards. The kitchen complete with rangehood, is preserved retro in style and built for function. Opening up into the living area you notice a closed woodfire to keep you toasty in winter and insulation has been added to the floor and ceiling. Down the hall, two double bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, and the updated bathroom features a shower and a heated towel rail.

This home has been lovingly maintained throughout the years features original 1960s aluminium joinery, painted native weather boards and an iron roof. It’s really sweet and neat and on Puataata it would be hard to beat. A reluctant sale, but the owner ready to pass the baton to an appreciating owner, so snap up this cute cottage today. The location is also central to the town amenities to rest, bach or invest.

I needn’t remind you Turangi is the gateway to the Tongariro river rafting and trout fishing, Ruapehu skiing, Tokaanu geothermal hot pools and the various walking and biking trails in the region.