If you are looking for a substantial character home, with heaps of room to spread out, multiple outdoor living options, drive-on, in a secluded, private position in sought after Miramar, you need to come and check out 196 Townsend Rd. Situated down a short driveway, with tandem parking for two cars, a short walk down leads to a secluded sanctuary where you can escape the hustle bustle of the city, offering ample private grounds and lovely views across Lyall Bay toward the Kaikoura ranges... a perfect place to recharge your batteries at the end of each day.

With two bedrooms, a living room and a bathroom on each level, this set-up is perfect for larger families with teens, or if you often have of guests, so you can all be together, without compromising privacy or getting under each others' feet. The generous eat-in kitchen, with large pantry, is open plan with the main dining and lounge room, complete with gas fire and easy flow through french doors to a large deck, enjoying panoramic outlook to the sea and mountains in the distance. Downstairs there is also a spacious office / games room and another deck.

- Four double bedrooms
- Two bathrooms
- Bedrooms and a bathroom on both levels, offering the ideal layout for teenagers
- Generous eat-in kitchen flowing to open plan dining / living room, with gas fire and flow to large deck
- Second lounge downstairs
- Office / games room / guest bedroom
- Three decks, plus entry courtyard and generous mature grounds, to ensure privacy and room for a tramp, spa, or even a family game of cricket in the summer
- Drive on to tandem parking
- Handy to schools, beaches, the airport, parks, supermarket, transport routes, and all the local Miramar and Strathmore conveniences, including the Mystic Kitchen... world famous in the eastern suburbs!
- RV $1,175,000
- Rates $7,265.68pa
- BEO $949,000

This has been a much-loved family home in the past and is now in need of a little love to really make it shine again, representing a perfect opportunity to add your personality and make it your own.

My vendor has enjoyed this substantial property as a wonderful family home and, more recently, a solid investment property. But new plans mean it's time to pass it on to the next loving family to enjoy everything the Miramar Peninsula offers. Come check it out for yourself and be ready to make the move to the peninsula.

Tender Closing, 2pm Wednesday 28th May 2025 at 8 Kent Terrace, Wellington (will not be sold prior)