This grand family home, positioned on an untouched 1416 sqm section awaits its third ever owner. Built in the 1930's, an original timber panelled entrance greets you, off which open both formal and informal living areas. The living areas comprise; * Formal lounge with tile surround fireplace, polished timber floorboards and two sets of character French doors, seamlessly opening out to both East and West, with the former leading out to a beautiful heated swimming pool and magnificent botanic gardens and lawns * Atmospheric formal dining with second fireplace * Family room with bay window and seat overlooking the lawns and a spectacular century old pin oak tree * Adjacent to the dining is the roomy kitchen with informal dining area. All of the above rooms enjoy access to the outdoors. A children?s or guests wing accommodates two double bedrooms, two study nooks, third living area plus family bathroom and laundry. A solid timber staircase leads to the upstairs landing and seating area off which opens; three double bedrooms, including the master, with all bedrooms having built in wardrobes and fantastic outlook over the backyard. Second tiled bathroom with terrazzo flooring. There is a third attic level which has undergone a clever conversion with great spaces for hobbies, kids? activities or storage. The grounds are truly breath-taking with grand old oak trees, rose lined driveway, luscious lawns and heated salt water pool. The tranquil setting is central to some of Hutt City's most sought after schools, is a short drive to the city centre and has close proximity to public transport. This much admired landmark property is only available for the third time and is a one off opportunity to acquire a gorgeous home in a truly spectacular setting providing lifelong memories for a very lucky family. R.V. $980,000