| Listing: 12/31 Rawene Road, Birkenhead |

| Agent: Kara Barnston – Mobile: 021 396 252 |

| Open Homes: | Saturday & Sunday 3.00 – 3.30pm |

By Amy Houlihan.

Sugar Lane is a boutique development in Birkenhead, presenting an exclusive collection of 13 contemporary townhouses. Crafted only two years ago, they were designed for discerning residents who love the area and who refuse to sacrifice space and quality.  Number 12 is functional, flexible and fabulous – the current owners bought off the plans and while it will appeal to buyers at all stages of life, they’ve enjoyed it immensely as a family home.

Rawene Road is a special part of Birkenhead, located on an elevated ridge celebrating panoramic views. The vibrant neighbourhood is loved by locals for its historical character and proximity to the shops, cafes and international cuisine of the Highbury village and Birkenhead Point. Sugar Lane is a two-minute walk from Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead Library and the park, plus close to the many bush reserves, beaches and bays of the area.  Commuters have the pleasant option of catching the ferry to the CBD, otherwise the motorway onramp is close by.

Access to the private compound is via a security gate, with number 12 right down the end of the row as the second to last property, meaning it’s not in the thoroughfare. Sugar Lane was conceived and created by Artifact, renowned for their distinctive design and commitment to considering and enhancing the location of their projects. The owners admired the signature style of the team and the bespoke, sophisticated nature of their aesthetic.

The three-level residence has three-bedrooms, two bathrooms and an internal garage. Contemporary yet classic interior design sees a palette of American Oak flooring, a chic neutral colour scheme and marble-finish tiles flooded with light via floor to ceiling windows. The top floor is dedicated to the living, dining and kitchen, an open-plan space with high ceilings and subtle separation via vertical timber slats. 180-degree panoramic views are captured from the kitchen, an outlook that’s captivating by both day and night. It extends from Auckland City all the way across the harbour to the Waitakeres, enjoying blazing westerly sunsets and twinkling lights brightening the landscape as night falls. There’s a breakfast bar, stone bench and plenty of storage in the kitchen, plus a heat pump and deck off the lounge.

There are two bedrooms on the middle level, one serviced by the main bathroom, while the master has its own ensuite. On the ground floor entry level, there’s another bedroom plus internal access to the double garage, laundry and generous storage area.

Finished to an exemplary standard both inside and out and offering the refreshing peace of mind that comes with a high-spec new build, this is a smart, spacious and stylish property. It presents the ultimate in easy, secure and private living at the heart of charming Birkenhead.