6 Malvern Avenue, Atawhai, Nelson

Coastal comfort

Set well back from the road, in a quiet established neighbourhood and sea walks right across the road, this sunny 1,198 square metre property includes a spacious two-level four bedroom home and a tandem-style double garage/workshop. Buses stop close to the house for public transport. Built in the 1960s, the solidly constructed 180 square metre home faces north-northeast to maximise the sun and views as they sweep over the Haven and long line of the multi-layered eastern hills and ranges above Atawhai. It is an ever-changing panorama, which can alter from a breathtaking sunrise to a clear blue sky above the estuary and hills. Exterior construction combines weatherboard walls, finished in 1/4 Resene Tea with white aluminium joinery and a grey tiled roof. A covered deck, enclosed by two walls of floor-to-ceiling windows, extends along the front of the house to capture the views. From here, a newly painted black railing balustrade and gate access the front steps. The upper level comprises a foyer, a spacious open-plan living room, dining area, breakfast bar and kitchen, a double bedroom, two single bedrooms, a bathroom, separate toilet and linen cupboard. Stairs lead down to the original master suite which contains a large double bedroom and bathroom, as well as a laundry and generous storage areas. It has internal and external access and would be ideal for elderly parents, extended family or as a holiday let. The interior is newly painted throughout including doors and wardrobe doors and the carpet has been professionally cleaned. A new Australian Oak back door and insect screen door access the newly stained rear deck and outdoor entertaining area. The warm, well insulated home is double-glazed, apart from sliding windows in the kitchen. A gas fire in the living room and a large floor-mounted heat pump in the dining area combine with a DVS home ventilation system to maintain a warm healthy environment throughout.