46 Pouewe Street, Kawhia, Otorohanga

Kawhia's best kept secret

Resting on an elevated 1,821sqm (more or less) site that offers jaw-dropping views over Kawhia Harbour, Te Wharu Bay and local township, this character villa has been superbly renovated to capture the old world charm with the warmth of the modern era.

The home itself offers combined kitchen and dining, a large separate lounge, three bedrooms and a bathroom enhanced by a clawfoot bath. Opportunities abound for indoor-outdoor living via french doors from the lounge that opens to an all-weather outdoor entertaining deck for effortless year-round use, optimising the outlook and encouraging an abiding sense of relaxation.

Brought to the market in pristine condition the decor is fully refreshed and native timbers provide a rich gleam. The home has been rewired, corrugated iron roofing has been replaced in the last 10 years with ceiling insulation installed. Water is by town supply and fishing enthusiasts will appreciate the modern 60sqm boat shed, lean-too with fish filleting station. The shed is also fitted with a commercial door and contains a lock-up room and a shower.

Lying 80km south-west of Hamilton, Kawhia is one of the Waikato's best kept secrets, with a small population, a charming 1960s laid back vibe, stretches of ocean beach and an unspoilt harbour plus the Hot Water Ocean Beach provides the perfect spot to escape to at low tide.