Our guide to what's on the market in the Bay of Plenty.
81 Mokoia Road, Ngongotaha, Rotorua
Built in 1970, this cedar u-shaped lakeside family home is in practically mint condition with little having changed since it was constructed in the heady, hippy days.
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Loads of orange and brown features in the décor, and some of the inbuilt furniture - popular at the time - must be seen to be believed! It’s definitely a contender for a modern makeover, yet with its many original design features intact, retro-loving purists might very reasonably, choose to leave it as it is - and furnish it accordingly.
Whatever you decide to do with the house itself, the setting is simply sublime with easy lake-access in a friendly neighbourhood.
66A Fifteenth Avenue, South Tauranga
In the 1950s as Tauranga and its surrounds began seriously expanding, this classic, stylish house was built in the heart of the much-desired avenues and it’s been treasured and celebrated by its subsequent owners since then. With three double bedrooms, each with a generous wardrobe, and a gorgeous modern but period-style bathroom, this is the ultimate city hideaway. The kitchen has also been modernised with a deft designer’s touch and the property is fully insulated with double-glazing on all but the kitchen bay window so this is a house for all seasons; warm in winter and cool in summer.
301/6 Tawa Street, Mount Maunganui
Mount Maunganui was once a quiet, village-like off-shoot of Tauranga city but now it’s a destination in its own right with quality homes of all sizes. With views to the busy port and beyond to the sea, this apartment offers relaxed living in a smart, modern environment with easy access to the busy hub of the town. Your vista is ever-changing as cruise ships sail in and out of the harbour and at a generous 150sq m floor area, your ship-shape apartment offers all you could possibly need in terms of space and amenities.
100 Hamurana Road, Omokoroa, Western Bay of Plenty
Omokoroa’s Hamurana Ridge is arguably one of the most picturesque places in the Bay of Plenty, and now you can enjoy living in a perfect position there. This home has been the subject of a major renovation – so thorough that it’s practically like a new-build, with new wiring, plumbing, double-glazing and chic interior design throughout. The kitchen is top-notch with quality Belling appliances from the UK and stunning stone bench tops. Meanwhile, the bedrooms are very classy, the bathrooms sleek and stylish and the whole package is topped off with smart landscaping, huge parking spaces alongside the double garage for the boat or the camper van.
34 Takinga Street, Mourea, Rotorua
Just twenty minutes from Rotorua’s CBD, this fantastic lakeside hideaway is perfectly positioned to provide the very best of all worlds. Stylish and modern comforts combine with traditional waterside features to create a home that will generate happy family memories, forever. Your interior has classy, current décor with a lovely mix of old and new highlights. The deck is a definite property highlight and it’s possible to while away time just gazing around but if you want to hit the water yourself it’s a pretty easy proposition. With a sauna, workshop and kayak shed we’re only scratching the surface here and there’s much more to explore.
11C Peace Street, Fenton Park, Rotorua
With its bright and jaunty yellow garage door and front entrance, this well-built 15-year-old townhouse really stands out, in a quiet street with similarly high-quality dwellings. It enjoys a superb kitchen with all mod-cons, a spacious open-plan dining and living area and, as well there are three good-sized bedrooms, a luxury ensuite and a lovely family bathroom plus there’s also a home office. The land area is compact and easy-care with a private, secluded courtyard for relaxing and entertaining. Just five minutes’ drive from Rotorua CBD, you simply couldn’t be better placed for easy access to shops, cafes, restaurants and other amenities.
