This 'picture perfect' verandah-fronted cottage is set on a big, sunny, family-friendly garden in the heart of Stanley Bay an easy stroll to the primary school, Devonport village and the city ferry.

Inside, the home exudes all the charm you would expect from a Devonport cottage - polished kauri floorboards, high batten and board ceilings, open fires, and lovely double-hung windows. The traditional layout has three bedrooms, two in the front with a central hall leading to the first of the two living spaces. Currently utilised as a separate dining, it has an open fire and white plantation shutters, it would also be perfect as a charming lounge. The second living room is open to the modern kitchen, and this flows directly out to the west-facing back garden.

You will love entertaining friends or relaxing with family on the large ground-level deck, and, from here, you can keep an eye on the children and their adventures in the large sunny garden with ancient fruit trees, big lawns, and ample space for the trampoline (or a pool).

Recent renovations include the beautiful new kitchen with modern appliances, refurbished bathroom (with original old bath and separate shower), ceiling stairs for additional storage, central heating/air con and full insulation. The bedrooms are all doubles and each has its own charm.

The garden studio is perfect for those who work from home or could provide an additional living space. The desirable west-facing aspect ensures your garden is bathed in sunshine till the sun sets.

This charming home is perfect for small families, professionals or those trading down from a larger home, it really is the perfect quintessential Devonport cottage.