2/81 Donovan Street

About this property

An affordable first home with a view!! The vendors have bought and settled and this gorgeous home is vacant and ready to move in. Positioned in a sought-after pocket of Blockhouse Bay, this charming freestanding cedar home combines easy single-level living(except the three steps at the entrance) with beautiful Manukau Harbour views and an enviable sense of privacy. Deceptively spacious, the home offers three bedrooms and a light-filled open-plan living and dining area that flows effortlessly to a covered elevated deck. Here, you can sit back with your morning coffee, entertain friends or simply enjoy the peaceful outlook across Gittos Domain and the Harbour. The well-appointed kitchen connects naturally with the living spaces, creating a warm and practical hub for everyday life. Downstairs, the generous under-house area provides exceptional storage and flexibility. Whether you need somewhere for bikes, tools and belongings or a dedicated workshop, there is plenty of potential to make the space work for you. There may also be scope for future development, subject to Council approval and the necessary consents. Outside, the low-maintenance grounds provide a private and peaceful setting, with established planting and rainwater tanks adding to the home's practical and sustainable appeal. Further features include: • Three bedrooms • Internal-access garage • Separate laundry • Two heat pumps • Covered elevated deck • Generous under-house storage • Fully fenced grounds • Rainwater tanks • Beautiful Manukau Harbour and Gittos Domain outlook Whether you are a professional couple, young family, investor or looking for a convenient Auckland base, this is a home with plenty to offer. Location is another standout. You are within easy reach of local cafes, shops, restaurants, public transport and multiple reserves, while the property is zoned for Blockhouse Bay Primary & Intermediate and Lynfield College. A home that offers views, privacy, convenience and flexibility - all in one of Blockhouse Bay's popular locations. Come and experience it for yourself. This could be the lifestyle you have been waiting for.