22 Wychwood Crescent, Springfield, Rotorua

Family oasis on park-like grounds

Cocooned in nature, this spacious, architect-designed home on a park-like 1,313sqm site epitomises the concept of family oasis. It is tucked up a private driveway off a small, coveted Springfield cul-desac in a wonderland of gardens, bush, gully and birdlife. The property is infused with a wonderful feeling of serenity and seclusion and the home is custom-built to soak up the surroundings. Its mix of carefully selected materials, including South Island schist, rimu and eucalyptus, give it raw beauty. Swathes of glazing frame views of native bush and intimate connections with the outdoors allow occupants to be at one with the natural environment. The home is classic, yet stylish, and its generous 265sqm footprint gives everyone ample space to relax, enjoy their own activities and entertain with ease. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms, over two levels, speak volumes for large family living. Upstairs reveals the family bathroom and three double bedrooms surrounded by uplifting vistas, including the master bedroom with balcony, walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. A fourth bedroom at ground level is ideal for guests or an office. A downstairs powder room means no traipsing upstairs to use the bathroom. The internal access garage is a double, and the laundry is separate. The floor plan flows intuitively, the sociable kitchen is well-appointed, and views over the stunning landscape heighten the indoor and outdoor dining experience. Subtle indoor and outdoor transitions blur the line between internal and external spaces, and the décor resonates with nature. This is the kind of house where you can effortlessly host big gatherings or simply curl up with book in the family room and enjoy the peace and quiet. Visitors can park on site, the kids can walk to Otonga School and it's only a five minute pedal from the Waipa carpark and some of NZs best mountain biking tracks.