This gorgeous, double-glazed brick and cedar weatherboard home nestles on a small safe lane catering to small children perfecting their scooter and biking skills. Meanwhile, the nearby 18-hole golf course and coastal waters on the leeward side of Matakana Island provide a tempting playground for families that promises to be a game changer for weekend leisure and lifestyle activities. The contemporary home feels immensely spacious on a single level 169 sqm (approx.) floor plan. The generously proportioned front entrance hall harmonises solid timber-look flooring with neutral toned walls, and this continues through to open plan dining and kitchen area with study nook and substantial heat pump. Here the composite stone central island workspace will appeal to keen cooks, as will an upgraded dual function oven, induction hob and large walk-in pantry with room for a second fridge. The living room can be closed off for some quiet downtime and separation away from the noise from dining table activity and both these areas have ranch sliders accessing a wraparound barbecue deck partially protected by louvre roof with adjustable foils. The 453 sqm (approx.) section is child friendly with safe well-configured fully fenced back lawn offering a spot for trampoline, play equipment, and pet owners can relax too. All carpeted bedrooms are generous doubles with the master also exiting to the deck and comprising of its own walk-in wardrobe and chic ensuite. Other bedrooms share the beautifully tiled main bathroom with bathtub and frameless glass shower. The internal access double garage has been recently carpeted and consists of a substantial laundry nook and overhead attic storage for any household overflow. Ample off street parking including room for the boat and close to the boat ramps, clubrooms, café, school and central shopping precinct, this outstanding property is commuting distance to city and Katikati.