13 Nikale Street, Cambridge, Waipa

Upsized for family living

One of St Kilda's larger homes to come to the market, 13 Nikale Street is located down a private lane with views back to the distant hills. Well laid out with plenty of thought as to how a modern family wants to live, this solid well-built home offers a lot. Starting with generous off street parking, a large triple garage with workshop and attic space - there is space for all the toys. Be spoilt for choice with five good sized bedrooms located along a gallery style hallway. Practical use of space includes a family bathroom specifically designed to keep teenagers happy, guest toilet, separate laundry, separate lounge, and a family dining and relaxed living area. Completing the picture a central kitchen including island bench and roomy scullery. Throughout features include marble vanity tops, quality tile finishes, LED lighting, Bosch appliances and stone bench tops. Much thought has been put in behind the scenes with heat pump hot water and infrared heating all powered by an oversized solar system complete with battery storage. Further energy conservation includes acid etched coloured concrete to living areas and hallways providing passive solar gain. Deeper soffits for deflecting summer sun on the northern sides and filtered rain water. This house is definitely economical, warm and cosy. Plenty of storage is on offer with a number of good sized cupboards. Outside a blank canvas awaits the new owner to put their own stamp on the property with gardens, hedging and further planting. Plans are available for a swimming pool, with electrics already in place. Surrounded by quality homes and likeminded families, St Kilda is one of Cambridge's most sort after subdivisions. Local walks, recreation and reserve areas, a local upmarket cafe and bistro, child care and central playground complete with outdoor basketball court make living in St Kilda truly desirable and fun. If Cambridge is your next move, or you are retiring from the country, or needing more space, call today to view.