Embrace rural life near the city on a property that sports an orchard, plenty of shedding, a minor dwelling that can provide extra income, and a warm and friendly country home. All this enhanced by beautiful ever-changing views. Spotting cruise ships from the comfort of your lounge is one of many pleasures of life on this 3.9111ha (more or less) rural retreat. The home and grounds spread out at the rear of the property, well off the road and open to a surprisingly wide country and coastal outlook.

To arrive at the home, you pass beside a visually pleasing and exceptionally well husbanded avocado orchard of some 240 mature trees, most planted in 1985; well spaced and well pruned for easy harvest, so well sheltered they weathered recent storms better than many.

The charming 1960s weatherboard home displays excellent proportions, copious storage and a huge, covered deck off the living areas, your all-weather outdoor room. Its attractive nostalgic atmosphere would respond well to a contemporary upgrade. BnB guests, friends and family members have loved the two bedroom minor dwelling, aptly named Avocado Cottage, with its own covered deck.

The property also sports several half-round sheds, the largest with a tennis court sized concrete floor, open ends and coverall shelter. Potential here for extensive storage or a business/trade base.

Such a versatile property with scope for income streams from the orchard, the cottage and the extensive high stud shedding/shelters. Children can run free and have adventures. The huge front lawn that wraps the top of a picturesque gully is great for play and a canvas for keen gardeners.

During the over 40 years these owners have enjoyed their country hideaway the city has moved ever closer. While you relish seclusion and serenity, pukeko and quail visit regularly and your view stretches over green hinterland to the city and coastline hovering beyond, you can drive to a large shopping centre within ten minutes. The local primary school is even closer. Sold plus GST if any.