1/42 Norwich Street, Stoke, Nelson

Built to last

Tucked away on its own private level section, well away from the road, 42 Norwich Street is a remarkably spacious home with comfortable living areas, two double bedrooms and a stunning fully-renovated bathroom.
This property has the added advantage of wider doorways and wheelchair ramps.
Built to last in neutral tones of low-maintenance Summerhill stone with aluminium joinery and a Decra-mastic tiled roof, the decor belies its 1970's vintage. New drapes in the lounge, contemporary charcoal carpet throughout, under-floor heating in the tiled bathroom, a modern inverter heat-pump and night-store make this one-level town-house warm and inviting.
The lounge flows to a carpeted, light and spacious dining area and a ranch-slider at the far end opens to a private courtyard garden. Natural timber and great storage abound in the kitchen. A large window over the bench and sink captures a private, sunny courtyard view.
Two master-sized bedrooms lead off the hallway, one being directly opposite the bathroom. The main bedroom looks out onto the front garden. Both rooms have large double wardrobes with sliding doors and plentiful shelving.
What were once side-by-side single garages with a wall between them, is now one spacious single garage. The second garage is now two 'extra' rooms which are used for storage, hobbies and studying. An exterior door has been installed in one of these rooms to provide access to the private courtyard garden.
A professional arborist has been employed annually to maintain the trees on this property. A discreet wire fence allows a view to council land planted with mature kowhai trees alongside a narrow section of Poorman's Stream. Fruit trees in the garden include a peach, orange, lemon, kaffir lime, guava, and a prolifically-fruiting persimmon and cherry. There are two varieties of grape-vine and a selection of berries planted in the courtyard. A modern steel garden shed is located just inside the front gate.