37a Wiggins Street
Sumner, Canterbury 8081
About this property
Immaculately presented and perfectly positioned in Sumner's sought-after 'Golden Triangle', this five-bedroom family home offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle, just two blocks from the beach and an easy walk to the village, cafes and local schools. Built by the current owners for their growing family and cherished for the past 23 years, this timeless one-owner residence combines enduring timber and concrete block construction with a flexible approx 252sqm floor plan. Securely positioned down a driveway on a rear 550sqm freehold section, the home is superbly orientated to capture the north-facing sun and offers exceptional space and versatility for families. The generously proportioned kitchen is both practical and social, featuring a substantial Rimu island, stainless-steel benchtops, quality appliances and a spacious walk-in pantry. Two separate living areas provide plenty of room for family life and entertaining, with bi-fold doors creating superb indoor-outdoor flow to the expansive, wrap around decking. The beautifully established garden offers a fully fenced flat lawn for children and pets, raised vegetable gardens, and a private spa patio. Upstairs are four double bedrooms, along with two bathrooms, one as an ensuite and an additional foyer or living area. A captivating outlook from upstairs adds to the home's coastal appeal. Downstairs, a further double bedroom and bathroom provide excellent flexibility for guests, teenagers, extended family or working from home. Freshly enhanced with brand-new wool carpet and newly sanded Australian hardwood flooring, the home is ready for its next family to move in and enjoy. A built-in window seat provides the perfect sunny spot to relax, while a short stroll down to the ocean nearby completes the coastal setting. Heating is effortlessly catered for with two heat pumps, two gas fires, double-glazed joinery, underfloor heating in the bathrooms and gas hot water. A separate laundry, excellent under-stair and attic storage, and a carpeted double internal-access garage complete the practical appeal. Few locations offer this combination of privacy, sunshine and convenience. Our owners are ready for their next chapter, so don't miss this exceptional opportunity to secure a substantial family home in one of Sumner's most desirable locations. Auction Thursday 1 October 2026 from 5pm, Sumner Surf Life Saving Club (Unless sold prior)
Property features
- Family Room
- Living Rooms (2)
- Gas Hot Water
- Underfloor
- Heat Pump
- Modern Kitchen
- Open Plan Kitchen
- Designer Kitchen
- Open Plan Dining
- Separate Bathrooms
- Ensuite
- Separate Lounge
- Lounge/Dining Combined
- Gas Stove (Bottled)
- Internal Access Garage
- Double Garage
- Fully Fenced
- Colorsteel Roof
- Northerly Aspect
- Westerly Aspect
- Urban Views
- City Sewage
- Town Water
- Level With Road
- Public Transport Nearby
- Shops Nearby
- Dishwasher
- Garden Shed
- Cooktop/Oven
- Curtains
- Fixed Floor Coverings
- Rangehood
- Wall Oven
- Blinds
- Light Fittings
- Garage Door Opener
Schools (In zone)
- Sumner SchoolFull Primary1.2 km
- Te Aratai College (Year 9-15)Secondary4.2 km
- Hagley Community CollegeSecondary8.4 km
- Hillview Christian SchoolComposite13.9 km
- Marian CollegeSecondary37.4 km
- St Thomas of Canterbury College45.6 km
- Christchurch Adventist SchoolComposite50.9 km
- Middleton Grange School (Year 11-13)Composite90.5 km
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