Tauranga - Urban retreat

Positioned close to the beach and backing onto an expansive reserve, this impressive Mount Maunganui home is an everyday retreat for its lucky owners.

The exterior is a modern take on traditional cladding, presented a striking combination of black and white. The large brick chimney makes a real statement, hinting at the cosy interior.

A stylish gable entry-way welcomes you into the well-appointed four-bedroom, two-bathroom home with double living space. You'll find the large open-plan area through a sliding feature barn door.

Here, kitchen, dining and living all sits beneath raking ceilings. Widespread white keeps things fresh - a bright, blank canvas for modern life.

The dominant living domain opens to the outdoors on both sides, offering a day-long choice of sun or shade. A separate formal lounge with carpet and TV is a wonderful, warm place to enjoy winter evenings in front of the gas fire.

Elegant landscaping borders the property which enjoys good privacy from nearby neighbours.