160 Franklin Road, Parua Bay, Whangārei

COB house on lifestyle property

***AUCTION BROUGHT FORWARD | 2PM | TUESDAY 9TH NOVEMBER 2021***
Elevated with amazing views both north over Whangarei City and south down the harbour to Whangarei Heads, this stylish and character filled COB home will appeal to the discerning buyer who appreciates and understands this construction method. Solar passive with natural thermal regulation keeping the home warm in winter and cool in summer. COB homes have been around for thousands of years but this may well be the only one in the North Island.
The kitchen, dining, and living area is very convivial and opens to a fabulous outdoor entertaining space with a built-in pizza oven. Indoor outdoor living is ensured with covered decks on three sides. There are five bedrooms plus an office, easily catering for a large family.
The three-bay shed is consented, there is plenty of room for boats and campers, plus a paddock for a few animals and chooks. The gardens are easy care, and include mature fruit and nut trees.
Being less than a 20-minute drive to Whangarei Town Basin and on the bus route to Parua Bay School, Years 1-8, and for high schools in Whangarei, families can discover the benefits of living in this part of New Zealand. The area boasts breath-taking coastal and mountain walks, beautiful white sandy surf beaches, and wonderful boating with excellent diving and fishing. The Pines Golf Club is approximately a 10-minute drive away.
Call Kirsty now for more information and an appointment to view.