40a Baird Street, Howick, Auckland 2014

This home has the feel of living in the country with the convenience of city living.
Hidden away down a private driveway the Liquid amber trees welcome you before you set your eyes on a beautiful brick country style home with a cobblestoned courtyard shaded in the summer by the ornamental pear trees. There is even a separate, fenced area for your own chooks, rabbits or family pet and the private backyard is the perfect size for children to play safely, surrounded by the sound of Tui's. Secluded, established gardens with bird boxes hanging from the shady trees makes it easy to imagine you are in the country. Life is not complete without some fun so if you want a swimming pool then there is room to put one in.
BIG LAND, BIG HOUSE...
As soon as you enter the front door you will be blown away by the expansive living areas leading out to large outdoor entertaining areas. The modern, open plan kitchen is not short on space with engineered stone benchtop and quality appliances. This house is perfect for summer BBQ's and drinks with friends with the kitchen and dining room opening out to a large sunny side deck. In the winter months there is plenty of room around the dining room table for everyone. American white oak floors add elegance and flow throughout the ground level. Barn doors leading you into the lounge can be opened for easy open plan living or closed to create a cosy living area. Through another barn door is a second living area or family room giving you many options for its use, a home office, formal dining, childrens lounge etc. Last but not least on the ground level is a master bedroom and ensuite with its own deck, perfect for guests, extended family or as a teenager's retreat.
Upstairs you will find another master bedroom which has a walk through robe and ensuite. Also two further double bedrooms plus a single room/office. The spacious family bathroom is conveniently located to these bedrooms.
Additional to the house is a separate double garage with workshop and ample room for parking cars and even room for the boat.
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION...
Finding a home of this size in the heart of the central bowl in Howick is difficult. Zoned for Owairoa Primary, Howick Intermediate and Howick College, all excellent schools with a great reputation. Walking distance from daycare centres, shops, churches and bus routes. Property ID: #HO4834