23 Bayfield Road, Herne Bay, Auckland

White Hot

With that irresistible Ponsonby aesthetic of a simple, white palette and clean, uncluttered contemporary lines, this freshly updated villa is easy to fall in love with. From the wide sunny entrance hall to the smooth, sandy-hued oak floors to the generous bright, white and sunny open-plan living area extending outdoors, it generates a feel-good vibe so soothing it's like stepping out of the city onto the beach.

The renovation has the typical hallmarks of practical yet unfussy design - great storage capacity throughout and in all three bedrooms - including attic storage above the master walk-in dressing room. Both bathrooms - the family and ensuite - are stunning, fully tiled to the ceiling with beautiful fittings. A laundry with built-in benchtop is hidden behind doors in the family bathroom.

Configured around a large central island, the kitchen has masses of benchspace, huge pantries, a below the bench wine fridge, soft-close drawers and a stunning mirrored splashback brings the green of the trees outdoors inside to expand the room and make it feel more spacious. There's a gas fire for winter warmth and speakers indoors and out.

Glass sliders glide back to extend the living onto sundrenched, sheltered outdoor decks that catch all of the afternoon sun. Even when you're out, side louvres stay open to catch the cooling summer breezes. There's a carport in front plus good street parking. Make this immaculate villa - in a quiet no exit street by Jervois Rd shops, the beach and in Bayfield Primary and Ponsonby Intermediate zone - the canvas for your dreams.

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