8 Civil Road, Te Arai, Rodney

Te Arai Tempter

If you are tempted by a Te Arai address, and have foresight and flair, then No. 8 is a "must see".
Generously proportioned, this one level home has lots of scope. The living area flows out to decking on the north with distant views to the dune, islands and ocean and the farm-style kitchen, semi-open to the living area, invites a re-design to enjoy modern living and amenities.
Off the hall, the four double bedrooms include roomy master opening out to deck and all have built in, double robes. The bathrooms comprise: Bath and basin; Shower, basin and toilet; Toilet and basin and whilst serviceable in the meantime, the mind instantly goes to changing the layout to provide the master an ensuite whilst updating these amenities.
With quotes for re-roofing and new glazing you can plan and estimate a simple make-over while you enjoy the location for summer fun and/or put your design skills and foresight to use and create a forever home.
With a total of four hectares, the established gardens include sheltered vege patches and plenty of lawn for children and pets to play. The surrounding paddocks are gently undulating pasture with established boundary plantings. Perfect for having a pony, a few beefies or leasing out for grazing.
Out-buildings include a large 3 bay shed, triple carport, and workshop plus a studio - a great pozzie for art, at home business or teenage hangout.
Tomarata Lake is under 3km and just the ticket for jet skis, biscuiting or a fresh water swim, plus sandy foreshore and shady trees create an idyllic picnic spot. If your passion is surfing or surf casting, Te Arai beach is top of list with ocean rolling in and white sand as far as the eye can see. Mangawhai village with markets, shops, a range of eateries and live entertainment is only 13kms away, and, on the southern side of Mangawhai it makes it a shorter trip to Auckland.
Taken on as a project, the owners (heading toward retirement) have reluctantly decided to sell this property letting the astute buyer take advantage of future gains.