48 Marine Parade, Herne Bay, Auckland

Karen Spires' Website\n\nStep inside and feel your heart melt not to mention the relief at finally finding a family home on Herne Bay's top street with all the right ingredients. This beautifully renovated English-style bungalow is now a light-filled and gracious family home. Two expansive living areas open to a sheltered and very private north-facing deck and groomed garden. Watch the kids play on the level lawn while you relax on the window seat, in front of the fire or prepare a meal in the superb kitchen. A large study or TV room gives flexibility for family life while four double bedrooms are joined by two-plus bathrooms and a laundry. The upper floor master wing has a walk-in wardrobe, Juliette balcony and designer ensuite while other rooms have harbour glimpses from this elevated spot. Elegant original details merge with contemporary conveniences like internal garaging with its large loft storage. You're close to school, cafes, shops and the CBD. \n\nLand size: 430sqm more or less\nFloor Size: 251sqm more or less\nCV: $1,780,000 Land: $1,150,000 Improvements: $630,000\n\nAuction: 2pm, Wednesday 25 May 2011 (unless sold prior)\n4 Viaduct Harbour Ave, Maritime Square\n\nEmail Karen if you would like to be sent:\n- Recent sales in Herne Bay\n- Floor Plans\n- LIM\n- A comprehensive property report which includes Title, CV, LIM, etc. \n\nIf you would like to receive Karen's weekly email newsletter, Karen Spires' Residential News, please email her. It's a great way to hear about new listings and keep up to date with the local property market.\n\nAbout Herne Bay:\nHerne Bay sits on the shores of the Waitemata Harbour, just a short distance from Auckland's CBD. With small city beaches and quiet streets filled with both modern and heritage homes, many with sea views, Herne Bay is one of Auckland's most prestigious suburbs. Access to the Northern Motorway and the North Shore is close by, making commuting easy if you work outside of the CBD. \n\nWith the Westhaven Marina at your doorstep, Victoria Park a short distance away and Bayfield Park close by, there is plenty to keep you occupied in the evenings and weekends. \n\nHerne Bay Shopping:\nHerne Bay has a variety of shops along Jervois Road, from fashion boutiques to gift and homeware stores. Popular Ponsonby Road is a short walk away, and both these areas are known for shopping with a designer edge, as well as their many cafes and restaurants. \n\nTransport:\nFrequent buses run along Jervois Road to the city. \n\nEating Out:\nThere are many restaurants and cafes along Jervois Road and also in nearby Ponsonby Road. From fish and chips to ethnic restaurants to five star dining and a top quality steak house, there is something to suit everybody's taste.