The perfect home in the Marlborough Sounds would consist of what exactly? Everyone is different of course, but let us hazard a rough guess at what might suit most.
Access is key - so within an hours drive of a local airport like Blenheim would be handy. For lighter replenishments a 5 minute boat road or 15 minute drive to smaller centres like Havelock or Linkwater make life a lot easier when Dad forgets to pack the oil for the Barbeque.
The setting is definitely a major factor. Sitting on a sun drenched deck, gazing North across the Sound at the myriad of bays, inlets and hills whilst being serenaded by bird song from the towering natives all around would be up there in any ones books, surely?
A beach as well as water assets are always a nice bonus. Stepping off a deck and literally landing on foreshore reserve means trips to the beach via garden paths are swift. The golden beach provides a seat fit for a king, while you cast a rod out in search of some protein for dinner, or watch the countless boats making their way out the channel to the outer sounds. A quick paddle of 50 or so yards will get you to two deep water moorings in short time, depending on ones drink intake in the previous hours.
The home itself is obviously one of the largest things to consider. Easy care, for that perfect lock up and leave scenario that suits every family to the ground. Dry and well maintained, a sure sign that you have found somewhere that is perfectly facing north and receives no shortage of sun throughout all seasons. Spacious living that flows onto the deck suits those chasing the sun, while three double bedrooms spread over two levels facilitates those that hide from it. A bathroom upstairs, and down means there is no ques, no matter what the crowd.
If some, or all of the above is what would make up that perfect home or holiday bach for you and your family, then give Will or Georgia a call today to organise your private viewing.