| 2 Herbert Street, Takapuna | Agents: Jordan Selwyn and Brooke Barrass |

By Amy Houlihan.

Families who seek space and style in a soughtafter neighbourhood will relish this four-bedroom home on Herbert Street, Takapuna. Crafted from sound and solid brick and cedar, the residence has recently reaped the rewards of a fresh and modern interior makeover. The area is perfect for raising a family. Popular Lake Town Green is a fantastic local park for kids to play, with a new local café set to open imminently to cater to parental caffeine requirements. School zones include Hauraki Primary, Belmont Intermediate, Takapuna Grammar and Westlake Girls High School. The golden sands of Takapuna Beach are under 10 minutes’ walk away, via the collection of shops, restaurants and cafes of Hauraki corner. The Esmonde Road motorway onramp is convenient for commuters, or there is the option of catching the ferry to the CBD from either Stanley Bay or Devonport.

A flat, easy care section frames the home. It’s fully fenced and gated, so safe for kids and pets, and has a separate double garage onsite. Inside, the full renovation has beautifully brightened the light-filled rooms, creating gallery-style spaces for feature artworks. Plush new carpets are complemented by a contemporary, neutral palette and multiple sets of doors and windows frame the leafy green, garden outlook. Entry level is on the ground floor, with the tiled foyer flowing into the open plan lounge and dining zones. The brand new kitchen features white cabinetry, stone benches, a gas cooktop and a breakfast bar. Mature hedges create an excellent sense of privacy outside, where simplistic, tropical plantings frame an intimate deck. A paved pathway follows around the rear of the property to another area of lawn on the other side.

The two bedrooms on the ground floor both have sliding doors opening out to the front deck, and are serviced by the family bathroom. This has a separate toilet, large stand-alone bath and skylights overhead to illuminate the room. A feature light adds visual interest to the stairwell up to the two second level bedrooms and bathroom. Up here, the master suite has a private balcony and floor-to-ceiling window capturing views across Shoal bay and reserve, as well as a walk-in wardrobe. The other bedroom also has a walk-in wardrobe and enjoys views of the Sky Tower and Westhaven Marina from its elevated position.

Impeccably presented and smartly renovated, simply unpack, relax and enjoy the family-friendly lifestyle.