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180 Upland Rd, Remuera
A charming wrought iron gate opens to an English-style courtyard at this Remuera property, the home of Gabrielle and Lyndon Urquhart.
Originally a solidly built 1950s house, renovations have transformed it into a sleek family home. The decor is neutral throughout and the house is flooded with natural light.
The main living, dining space and kitchen are at ground level, and the living space features the rich grain of matai timber flooring.
French doors lead from the up-to-the-minute kitchen to the courtyard, and the living area has doors opening to the garden.
This level also has a bedroom and a bathroom with a laundry discreetly hidden behind cabinetry. The kitchen and the bathroom have underfloor heating.
Another bedroom, which has its own handbasin and toilet, is a couple of steps from the rest of the rooms on the lower level. The bathroom fittings and the room's privacy mean it would be perfect for guests.
Also on the ground floor is a good-sized room that would be suitable as a work-from-home area. This room, which could alternatively be used as a teenagers' zone, has a separate entrance and also includes underfloor heating.
Upstairs is a great room for parents. Opening to a balcony, this second living space has great views of the Orakei Basin and even a bar for evening drinks.
Also upstairs are two further bedrooms. The spacious master suite has a walk-through wardrobe with sensor lights.
This leads to an en suite, which also connects the upstairs living area. One of the other bedrooms has a walk-in wardrobe.
The home has a lovely outlook and a relaxing feel. Gabrielle Urquhart says one of her favourite things about her home is being able to lie in bed and look at people water-skiing on the Orakei Basin.
Features: Renovated four bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home with separate
access to a fifth bedroom or work-from-home office. Two living areas, a modern kitchen, fully fenced, a charming English-style courtyard and views of the Orakei Basin. Construction is solid plaster base and roughcast plaster. Top school zones.
Size: House approx 205sq m; Land share of 753sq m
Price guide: $1.3 million
Garaging: Single carport, two off street
Agent: Jane Ireland of The Joneses, ph 021 966 872
Viewing: By appointment
Web: www.thejoneses.co.nz#2008
