North Shore FAMILY HOME 4 bed/3 bath; near city, beaches, parks & transport

Description

We are both ex. faculty staff at The University of Auckland. A few years back we went on a sabbatical and still haven't returned. We are currently thinking that we'll return home sometime in early 2027, but until then we have our home available for guests. We're pretty flexible. Our home is medium sized (165sqm/1775sqf), single level, 4 bedroom family house on Auckland's North Shore on large land situated on the edge of an extinct volcano in a nice neighbourhood. Even though we are suburban, we have some lovely bush, which is a habitat for native birds. Our section is away from the road, the backyard is fenced off and there's plenty of space for the kids to run around and for you to relax. Our neighbours are friendly. We are very close to the Harbour Bridge, great swimming beaches, sports, fishing, sailing, walking, hiking, cycling tracks, theatres, movies and restaurants. Two large recreational parks are less than five minutes' walk (Onepoto Domain & Tuff Crater). Perfect accommodation for AUT, University of Auckland, ACG, Taylors College, NZIE and more, or those working in Auckland or North Shore. Northcote Shops are 10 minutes’ walk with two supermarkets, pharmacies, doctors, post office, bank machine, fast food and a great array of restaurants with tasty kiwi and ethnic foods. We have two young kids - nine and twelve, so our house is suitable for families and also couples - the backyard is fenced off, with plenty of room for the kids to run around. There's an in-ground trampoline for your kids to use. While the house was originally built in 1967 - it's being modernised in stages. It's warm with plenty of insulation, double glazed windows in bedrooms, central heating, ventilation, central vacuum, new bathrooms and while the kitchen is still from the 1980's, it is still very functional and comes with an induction hob. There is a study/office space, a conservatory and a mostly-self-contained guest room. The guest room is quite large and very private - it includes an ensuite, kitchenette and separate entrance, but there's a door to the house too (into the dining room) - we host boarders (overseas students) there. You could also continue that or keep that room for your guests or family. Bed arrangements: Room 1: queen; Room 2: queen; Room 3 & 4: single beds - to be arranged as per your requirements. Basic supply of linen and towels can be provided. You can expect the house to be warm with lots of sun. Enjoy views of an extinct volcanic crater and native bush and abundant bird-life - entertainment provided - just open the windows to listen to NZ birds, cicadas and crickets. Fibre internet is fast and not limited. --- GETTING AROUND --- PUBLIC TRANSIT: our location is only 15 minutes by bus from Auckland City. The bus stop is literally just outside the driveway. BIKE: 15 minutes to North Shore Hospital, 20 minutes ride to Birkenhead Point Ferry terminal. The ferry will take you and your bike into the city, and you can connect to a network of cycle trails from there, or you can take your bike on the train from there too. WALKING: there are many points of interest within walking distance. 5 minutes’ walk: you're in one of three parks with great walking tracks, kids playgrounds with a flying fox, kids bike training course. 10 minutes' walk: local shops, restaurants, takeaways, supermarkets, doctors & library. 20 minutes’ walk: AUT University North Shore campus. CAR: it's less than 15 minutes to/from the city off-peak. Peak hours are usually 6.30am-9am and 4-6.30pm, and it will take longer to get to your destination depending on the number of people in the car (we have some great transit lanes). There are multiple parking spaces for your car in our driveway and a double garage with remote-controlled door is also available. Our property is 100% smoke and drug free. There is absolutely no smoking or vaping of anything, these rules are non-negotiable. More photos available upon request.