23 Fordyce Avenue, Sunnyhills, Manukau City, Auckland, 2010, New Zealand

The 1970s were a golden era of glamorous, extra-spacious homes on huge properties. As Auckland has grown and land values soared, they have been shrinking ever since. Miraculously this glorious park-like 2,109 sq m (more or less) property on two titles has survived. Families looking to landbank and enjoy a large family home, build a new home, build for children or extended family, or developers looking for a new project, here’s a unique proposition offering irresistible options to get you super-excited.

The large, 370 sq m (approx.) gated, recently refreshed home is a peaceful, private safe-haven with five bedrooms and a study. Ranch sliders open to the pool area that exudes a cool Slim Aaron-like, mid-century vibe. Explore your options for the spare site 1,050 sq m (more or less) for a tennis court and space left over for children to ride, run and play.

Views reach across leafy trees to Waiheke Island and the Coromandel from expansive living areas upstairs. Large lounge with open fire and balcony, an open-plan kitchen/family room plus an airy conservatory. Bedrooms feature built-in desks and double wardrobes. Storage throughout is abundant. The master suite has his and hers dressing rooms with doors opening out to the pool. A sundrenched patio is ideal as a yoga room/rumpus or separate accommodation which incorporates a laundry plus kitchenette. Three bathrooms (two en-suites) and separate WC. Complementing the double internal garage and workshop, masses of parking adds room for the boat which you can launch nearby at Half Moon Bay. Zoned for Sunnyhills Primary, Farm Cove Intermediate and Pakuranga College and St Kentigern College. Your turn to make the most of the magnificent potential for your family’s future.