34 Rata Street, Wairakei, Taupo, Waikato

Your First Home Dream Starts Here - A Little More Space. A Little More Peace. A Whole Lot to Love.

If you've been craving a quieter pace, more room to breathe, and a place that genuinely feels like home, whether you're stepping onto the property ladder or growing into your next chapter - this inviting property on 34 Rata Street could be exactly what you've been waiting for. Warm and welcoming, this classic 1960s Kiwi three-bedroom home with solid bones offers the perfect middle ground between town convenience and relaxed, semi-rural living. It's a setting where kids can ride bikes, first veggie gardens are planted, garage projects finally get finished, and weekends can be spent adventuring outdoors, with the incredible Central Plateau as your playground right on your doorstep.

From lake swims and paddleboarding in summer, to forest walks, mountain biking, fishing, and boating - this location puts the very best of the Taupo lifestyle within easy reach. You'll enjoy village living while knowing Taupo township, great coffee, shopping, and everyday essentials are only around 10 - 15 minutes away.

Inside, the home feels light, comfortable, and immediately welcoming - an easy place to start, settle in, and make your own. The sunny living area is warmed by both a wood burner and heat pump, creating year-round comfort, while the easy flow to the deck and backyard makes everyday living and entertaining friends, simple and relaxed. The generous open-plan kitchen offers excellent storage and plenty of bench space for busy weekday mornings or lazy weekend breakfasts, with a practical back door for convenience. New carpet adds warmth underfoot, and the overall presentation makes this a home first-home buyers and families can confidently move straight into, while still offering scope to add value over time. Three well-sized bedrooms provide flexibility for families, guests, or work-from-home options, supported by a functional bathroom and separate laundry that keep daily life running smoothly.

Outdoors, the 820sqm (more or less) fully fenced section delivers the kind of backyard many of us grew up with - a space for backyard cricket, trampolines, veggie gardens, entertaining with friends, or simply stretching out in the sun. There's room here to grow, create, and evolve, with plenty of opportunity to enhance and personalise as your needs change. A single garage plus additional off-street parking easily accommodates vehicles, while the generous lawn space comfortably allows for the boat, camper, or weekend toys.

With great local schooling close at hand, life here feels simple and well balanced.

Contact Ellie-Jane today for more information or to book a private viewing. 021664 448 | 0800 SELL TAUPO

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