8C Braemar Road, Castor Bay, North Shore

8C Braemar Road

On the market for the first time in 18 years, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home showcases spectacular Hauraki Gulf views from its elevated position. It's located at the top end of Braemar Road, one of Castor Bays' most coveted streets, and offers the perfect grandstand position for the America's Cup action.

The current owners have relished the spectacular and ever-changing outlook, as well as the easy-care grounds, quiet, leafy outlook and abundant native birdlife. They have updated the residence with a new kitchen and two new bathrooms, as well as maintaining it to an impeccable standard.

It's tucked up a private driveway away from the road, behind security gates. These gates create a fully-fenced environment for kids and pets to play safely on the front lawn and off-street parking area. A light-filled entry foyer and stairwell leads up to the top floor, which offers all the living and accommodation.

The lounge flows out to the perfectly north-facing deck, which was updated to feature glass balustrades. From here the view extends out over the green valley and onto the deep blue water, with the Coromandel, the Noises and Great Barrier visible on a clear day.

The kitchen enjoys the same view and was also opened up to create a better connection with the lounge, which made it far more conducive to entertaining. Accommodation and the separate laundry are located off the hallway behind, with the master suite enjoying a walk-in wardrobe and new ensuite. The remaining two bedrooms are serviced by the main bathroom, which was also modernised recently. An HRV ventilation system ensures all-year-round comfort.

Downstairs, the internally-accessed double garage is tiled and has plenty of wall storage space, as well as a large storage cupboard under the stairs. Adjacent is an open office area ideal for working from home.

Families come from far and wide to this sought-after area, enticed by the exceptional school zones that include Campbells Bay School, as well as Westlake Girls and Boys.