Ian Thornhill

Auction: 280 Manukau Road, Epsom (Branch Office) on Wednesday 4 December 2024 at 5:30PM (unless sold prior) Prestige. Position. Potential.When one is nestled on the countrys most renowned avenues, superior position and exceptional prestige are the modus operandi. However, with most manors and mansions having already fulfilled their ultimate destiny - rare gems that still provides room for the visionary, the creative and the savvy to create a victorious Northern Slopes estate comes once in a generation.Possessing a sizeable 1,362sqm Freehold section and as solid as a fortress with masonry and concrete construction, this slice of Remuera paradise was lovingly crafted in the 1970s where it began its life as a spec-built family haven with thoughtful improvements and extensions by successive local owners since. As it stands today, it boasts 5 rooms (4 doubles, 1 single/study), 2.5 bathrooms, 4+ living areas, a games and media room, mediterranean-inspired pool and separate pool room, double internal garaging - all generously contained on a 332sqm internal floor area (according to Relab). Not enough? Consider a substantial rear garden also part of the land parcel for further potential or proper room for all ball games big and small.As you traverse through its open, spacious and elegant ambience onto the upstairs bedrooms, be taken aback through double bi-fold windows that open up to an expansive, west-facing Northern Slopes valley vantage view. Breathtaking daily sunsets? Yes please. In the heart of Remueras Double Grammar Zoning also means top schooling is part and parcel of its position - Victoria Avenue School, RI, EGGS & AGS alongside the easiest access to the countrys top private education. Prestige and position simply cannot be more personified. And of course, for the potential-minded visionaries, this rare canvas beckons for a new chapter to propel itself into its ultimate destiny. With its solid construction, epic location and unrivalled prestige, the opportunity to invest some TLM (tender loving modernisation) and convert it into a Remuera manor equal or surpassing its multi-million dollar neighbours.With plans abroad, the time has now come for the current family to bid this much-loved gem farewell. A victorious opportunity of prestige, position and potential now awaits before Christmas - be ready and seize this winning ticket with both hands.

MOTIVATED VENDORS - PRESENT YOUR OFFERS!Just imagine. The sun is hitting, the house is glowing, the floorplan is superb, the heart is at peace and- all the vibes are just immaculate. To belong is to be in the place you long for, and this outstanding and upstanding haven is primed and ready for the next family to start their own journey of Remuera belonging.In the beating heart of the unbeatable northern slopes is a home that is often talked about but rarely seen. Combining the remarkable and uncommon, this is a 3-year-new family haven that masterfully balances between luxury, practicality and unrivalled location. Constructed by kiwi builders in 2021, be greeted with quality craftsmanship and ingenious design from the very moment you step into this offering. Boasting 4 generously sized and well appointed bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 ensuites), open and sunny living areas, an outstanding in/outdoor flow onto your private louvred decking, internal garaging, quality appliances and fixtures throughout there is simply little more a low-maintenance Remuera home could desire.Tailor designed and built to specifications for their own family with intergenerational living in mind, the current owners employed every ounce of ingenuity to bring to life a floorplan that personifies luxury practicality at its best. An example of this would be the generous disability-accessible ground floor bedroom with its own private entrance and bathroom, able to be closed off and self-contained for visiting family, friends or even flatmates alike. Not to mention upscale fittings throughout and even a custom stormwater system which gives full peace of mind that this property has not been affected by any past/present flood issues (as confirmed by the owners).Besides possessing one of the countrys most prestigious postcodes with unrivalled access, education and serenity, this special nook is also home to a great sense of community spirit with a shared communal garden box, great neighbours, shared meals and all-round Kiwi wholesomeness. With unrivalled location, luxury, community and family living all in tow, there is no wonder why so many move into Sonia Avenue (and never quite leave)!The vendors are onto new adventures and this rare, as-new northern slopes gem possessing the most immaculate vibes must go. Ensure this makes it not only onto your viewing list, but also just in time for that Christmas shopping list as well.

MOTIVATED VENDORS - PRESENT YOUR OFFERS!To gain regal status for any golden property opportunity, you have to have 3 secret ingredients - LOCATION, LAND and HOUSE. On the market for the first time in over two decades, this gem on Epsoms regally named King George Ave is one to behold and an opportunity not to be missed.LOCATION: You cannot beat being firmly placed in the heart of Epsoms Double Grammar Zone, with easy connections to all your hearts desires including top schooling (Epsom Normal, ANI, EGGS, AGS + walking distance to the best private schools); Mt Eden Village; Newmarket; CBD; motorways and the rest of the world (15 mins to Auckland Airport).LAND:. Consider the Kiwi dream full section with 706m² of living, playing and entertaining space - zoned for Mixed Housing Suburban. Its pancake flat, prime and blue-chip postcode packed into this rare Epsom Freehold full section. Extend, subdivide, develop or dwell - the choice is all yours.HOUSE:. This charming Villa has been the setting of countless memories of a growing family. Lovingly owned, it boasts 4 spacious bedrooms, 1 bathroom, separate or combined dining and living areas which flow onto a private, sunny backyard with a double garage alongside. Brimming with character, it even comes complete with high studded ceilings, hardwood flooring and other villa-esque notes throughout - the perfect canvas to do some TLM (tender loving modernisation) or leave as is!Homes like this that get the royal triple tick come few and far between. Our owners are onto new adventures so their instructions to sell cannot be clearer - this King of an opportunity will not last long so make sure its on the top of your Christmas list!