Herne Bay home on large section with water views on the market for the first time in 36 years

Thirty-six years in one home is a good innings, but not a surprising run considering the position and surrounds of 34 Hamilton Road in Herne Bay, Auckland.

The current owners say their beloved early century home has been the foundation of their family life, providing them with space, privacy and an incomparable location on Herne Bay’s northern incline.

Tucked away from the street and governing a sizeable 1315sqm, the three-bedroom, two-storey 1920s villa is true to its era – made from robust materials and detailed with pre-war craftmanship.

This three-bedroom, two-storey 1920s villa sits on a sizeable 1315sqm section in Herne Bay. Photo / Supplied

Characterised throughout by sarked kauri ceilings and fittings, exposed brick, a shingled exterior and large bay windows, it’s not short on personality, and well deserving of its park-like section and equally lovely outlook.

“The home has been the centre of life for the family. The central location, combined with the seclusion and safety to relax has made it the ideal place to raise a family,” cites the owner.

It’s with good reason homes on this broad and leafy Herne Bay road are firmly held, sections in Auckland of this scale are even more exceptional, similar sized sites have long since been divvied up and developed years ago.

The home is not short on personality and has a lovely outlook. Photo / Supplied

Ray White agent Ryan Dixon, who is marketing the property with Alex Smith, highlights the remarkable potential of the home and its land.

“The property will have broad appeal to those wanting to create a substantial residence within the tightly-held area of Herne Bay, given the large landholding on offer and harbour views.”

That aspect is what originally drew the current owners to the property, arguably more exceptional now than it was 36 years ago.

The agents says the property will appeal to buyers wanting a substantial residence in Herne Bay. Photo / Supplied

The owner says the overall appeal was huge, but of particular interest was the position.

“The location, the extensive views, the northern aspect and the privacy were a huge plus.”

Multiple living areas supplement three large bedrooms and two bathrooms, all flooded with natural light. Downstairs, roomy common areas flow on to a large deck overlooking the home’s north facing lawn and water views.

Sarked kauri ceilings and fittings, exposed brick, a shingled exterior and large bay windows make 34 Hamilton Road. Photo / Supplied

“Our best-loved elements of the home are the view, with its proximity to the water, Westhaven Marina and the city amenities,” the owner says.

Certainly, Herne Bay’s attributes need little explaining; close to the city, harbour and Jervois Road’s boutiques, bars and restaurants, the area doesn’t necessitate a very hard sell.

Dixon and Smith say there couldn’t be a better opportunity for buyers to create a personalised and extended home, where they can capitalise on the building’s existing heritage.

34 Hamilton Road has been in the same family for the last 36 years. Photo / Supplied

Dixon adds, “34 Hamilton Road allows a buyer to purchase and move in comfortably while they work through the process on how best to maximise and unlock the home’s potential.

“The buyer has an opportunity to create a true landmark home within the northern slopes of Herne Bay.”

34 Hamilton Road in Herne Bay, Auckland has a set date of sale of November 25.