427 Karaka Bay Road, Karaka Bays, Wellington, Wellington

This is one of the original Karaka Bay dwellings, being part of the 1897 subdivision of the Overton Block. Back then a summer holiday cottage that would have taken a whole day to reach by trap-and-pony, but it has been our owners' much-loved home for the past 25 years - and it's easy to see why. Step across the road each morning for a restorative plunge in the cool clear waters of the Bay; stroll along to the café for brunch or cycle around the point to fish off the rocks; sit on the veranda and feel that you can actually touch the cruise ships as they glide past; dolphins and whales to spot on those x-factor days - this is a unique location and a very special home.

Upstairs you'll find two large double bedrooms and a single bedroom or office. Perhaps like our owners do, you'll pull up the sash windows, jump back to bed and breathe in the salty air and listen to the lapping waves and calling gulls each morning. Or maybe you'll take your coffee onto the veranda and be stunned by the beauty of the sunrise over the sea.

Typically, there's a wide, long hallway which leads to the spacious living room with those simply mesmerising sea views. You'll adore the roaring log burner on the cooler days; during summer the sash windows will be up and you'll be lounging on the deck. Here you'll find the prettiest dining room you can imagine through the archway, with French doors to fling open to the ocean - your relaxation and entertainment is assured.

With a renovated bathroom featuring a large free-standing bath to soak in after a day on the beach, and a galley kitchen large enough for a breakfast table and featuring the old coal range in situ, this home is simple and honest, with everything necessary, yet without fussy adornment - a bach-like, holiday feel you'll love every day.

Downstairs you'll find a sizeable self-contained studio flat with a new bathroom, plus a kitchenette. This has been such a boon for visiting family and friends - or perhaps a welcome income stream on Air BnB. The views are just as beautiful from here and your guests will never want to leave.

Sheltered from the prevailing winds, the garden is abundant - climbing roses, clematis, hydrangeas and a prolific walnut tree. The secure large basement garage, ample storage along with additional offstreet parking is a real bonus, and there's an express bus service via Seatoun and the hub in Miramar, to and from the city. Worser Bay School is an easy walk or scooter on the footpath away, and the airport just 5km up the road.

An absolute unique and rare chance to own in this prime waterfront position is now here - so do not hesitate - call for your private inspection or see you at the open homes. LIM and builder's report will be available. RV $1,310,000.