62 Papaiti Road, Papaiti, Whanganui

Your happy place

Nestled in a charming semi-rural setting, this 1950s weatherboard cottage feels like a warm hug from the past. It's simple, timeless, and full of heart. The wrap-around garden is a lovely feature, with space to grow flowers, vegetables, and even keep chickens if you've always wanted to collect your own eggs from the “girls”. It's the kind of place where slow mornings and starry evenings come naturally.

Inside, you'll find three well-sized bedrooms and a sun-drenched living room, where the wood burner creates a cosy atmosphere on cooler days. French doors open to a deck, an ideal spot for morning coffee or evening chats. The open-plan kitchen and dining area flows out to a second deck that's perfect for brunch or unwinding at sunset.

Polished wooden floors and large windows bring light and character into the home, giving it a warm, welcoming feel. The spacious bathroom conveniently includes the laundry, streamlining daily life without compromising charm. There's also a single garage with a concrete floor, multiple storage sheds, and a fully fenced section with raised vegetable beds ready to be planted. There is a grapefruit and a lemon tree and a passionfruit vine already in place.

When you have some spare time, walk or cycle the trail to the suspension bridge and cross over to the café for a well-earned coffee or brunch.

Whether you're looking for a place to raise a family, grow your own produce, or simply slow down and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, this 120sqm (more or less) home offers the charm of a classic cottage with scope to make it your own.