The driveway onto this 4781sqm. flat to gentle slopping section circles around a mature shade tree, past a 60sqm. detached double tandem four car garage and ample space for recreational vehicles besides.

Young avocados are maturing alongside the producing citrus, apple and vine fruits. The lay of the fertile land to the Bay of Plenty sun suggests is a self-sufficient organic garden as an option here.

As it is the ground provides a perfect at-home-playground for five-year olds to early teens and their friends.

The single level brick and tile 178sqm.* dwelling boasts a studio alongside the lounge and family room, provides for separation when all the family is indoors.

Servery double bifold windows from the modern kitchen and ranch sliders from the living room open the home perfectly to pathed alfresco living. From here as from within the home one is constantly aware of the privacy guaranteed in this semi-rural environment on the country fringe of this burgeoning seaside city on the east coast of the North Island. This rare preserved enclave is home to some of Tauranga's prestigious residence on land lots of 3000 sqm. and upwards.

From this iconic country lane the services of Bethlehem village and an education at popular Bethlehem College Campus (years. one to 13) are a five, minute drive away. The local cafe is a morning walk from here while the employment hubs of the Tauranga CBD, Tauriko Commercial and Industrial Centre and the DHB's Tauranga Hospital are within an 8 km. radius. A rare find and a top location.