KEY POINTS:
A suntrap of a home has the sort of street appeal that has passers-by stopping in for a look.
16 Eynsham Court, Howick.
A couple who are passionate about attention to detail let a large section's due north orientation help guide the development of a sumptuous home with carefully-considered intricacies.
Ian and Kerry Marshall were inspired to build for the third time after finding a well-positioned section at the end of a quiet cul de sac in Point View Heights, Howick, about eight years ago.
``That's absolutely north-facing,'' says Ian, pointing to the sun-drenched main outdoor living zone, which includes a barbecue area and a much-loved in-ground pool that curves to embrace the angles of the house. ``It's not even one degree out.''
The elegant two-storey home consists of two wings anchored where they intersect by curved central balconies.
Wife Kerry is an A&E nurse who relishes the sunlit results.
``I was a stay-at-home mum when we were in our last house, where the living room-kitchen didn't face the sun. This is so much nicer and the layout makes it work really well as a functional family home.''
Ian is particularly pleased with the plaster home's street appeal, which has spurred passers-by into door-knocking to ask about the design.
VITAL STATISTICS
BEDROOMS: 5
BATHROOMS: 3
GARAGES: 2+
SIZE: Land 1203sq m, house 515sq m.
PRICE INDICATION: Interest expected above $1.6 million. Auction December 2.
INSPECT: Wed 7-7.30pm or by appointment.
ON THE WEB: www.open2view.com #140652 or www.harcourts.co.nz #VP061105
SCHOOL ZONES: Point View Primary, Somerville Intermediate, Botany Downs Secondary College.
CONTACT: Jodene Mildon, Harcourts, ph 538 0071 bus or 027 647 7775.
FEATURES: Luxurious sunny home where north-facing living flows to fully-fenced private grounds with pool, barbecue area, landscaped gardens with automated irrigation and attached double garage.
