1 Grey Street, Bay View, Napier, Hawke's Bay

Welcome to a true “labour of love” — 16 years in the making, where every detail has been thoughtfully crafted to create a home that effortlessly balances modern living with creative charm. Nothing about this property is "cookie-cutter". It's a vibrant, soulful place where memories are made, laughter rings through the halls, and family life thrives.

This property offers more than just a spacious family home on a generous section — it includes a consented minor dwelling with its own private access and courtyard. Whether you're looking for an investment, multigenerational living, or simply a smart way to offset your mortgage, this setup offers incredible flexibility.

Having a legally consented secondary dwelling can significantly boost your borrowing power — potentially making it easier to secure finance for a home and land package that might otherwise be out of reach. The passive income stream from renting the minor dwelling can help pay down your mortgage faster or provide ongoing financial breathing room.

From the character-filled rumpus room with its nod to the original home's story, to the state-of-the-art kitchen fitted with the latest high-tech appliances, this home blends old-world warmth with contemporary style. Gather around the large island bench — the true heart of the home — perfect for sharing meals, creating masterpieces, homework sessions, and lots of joy & laughter. Unique touches are everywhere: original weatherboards showcased with pride, a grapefruit wallpaper feature adding bold personality, and cozy comfort courtesy of a large wood burner, heat pump, and full insulation. In summer, throw open the large bi-fold doors to spill out onto the sun-soaked deck and expansive garden — ideal for family barbecues, a game of soccer, or simply soaking up the serenity. Parking will never be an issue with a double integral garage, off-street parking for a campervan, dual access, plus a double car shed ready to develop further or use as bonus storage. This home carries an eco-friendly soul too, with a thriving setup of chickens, vegetable gardens, and solar panels — perfect for living a little lighter on the land. You'll love the abundance of fruit trees: apples, figs, grapes, passionfruit, plums, feijoas, guavas, apricots, raspberries, and more. Inside the main house, every bedroom (except one) has bi-fold doors opening to the patio and lush garden — inviting natural light and indoor-outdoor living into everyday life. The wide hallway has been cleverly designed for a busy family, with hooks for school bags and a gallery wall perfect for showcasing kids' artwork.

All this in a semi-rural setting — whisper-quiet yet only minutes from transport links and everyday amenities. This is more than a home. It's a lifestyle — brimming with heart, opportunity, and soul.

This is more than a home — it’s a strategy. Don’t miss the opportunity to leverage this income-generating potential for a better lifestyle and stronger financial future.