965a Miranda Road, Miranda, Franklin

Elevated, north facing with sea views

Twenty years ago the current vendor discovered a slice of sheer paradise in the countryside overlooking the Firth of Thames set on 2,443sqm (more or less). Sitting on the hill with the big sky and far-reaching views is the 1950's cottage. The sun-drenched home speaks of design creativity, practicality and personality.

The open plan living space with a woodfire adjoins a modern galley kitchen with generous storage. Light filled sitting and dining areas, open to large decks. Three bedrooms open from the central hallway, and a lovely bathroom with underfloor heating complete the 90sqm (more or less) cottage.

Multiple outdoor entertaining areas surround the cottage offering varying atmospheres and shelter all year round. While a small building snuggled under the plum tree is currently a charismatic library easily accessed from the house. This tranquil space can have many uses for the new owner.

Manicured gardens, hedges and trees almost hide a huge old three-bay barn at the end of the sweeping lawn behind which is a hillside orchard of feijoas, peaches, figs and limes.

Auckland has advanced south and brings opportunity as well as the usual support structure. Towns like Thames, Ngatea and Paeroa are nearby, and provide everyday amenities. The beautiful Coromandel Peninsula and Bay of Plenty is but an hour away.

Our current owner, is a designer who feels the time is right to start on the new project she has purchased. So for this first time in its history, this beautiful slice of paradise is on the open market to be sold.