Big is an understatement when you're talking about this super-sized 8-bedroom character home, recently completely refurbished to incorporate all the modern comforts a large family desires. While it retains lovely character features and the high stud of the original grand Californian bungalow, so much has been redone here. The home has been transformed and is almost brand new.All the amenities are new including an impressive new kitchen plus 7.5 chic tiled bathrooms including 5 ensuites.In the heart of double Grammar Zone Epsom, on a substantial 823m² level section with 2 securely gated entrances from both St Andrews Road and Onslow Road, the property offers incredible space that's rare in the city. Not just one but 2 carpeted garages - one for 2 cars and the other for 4 plus loads of off street parking - means several generations can spread out and co-habit happily forever after.The generous entry foyer sets the scene on the ground floor with beautiful polished native timber floors. As in all areas of the home, the 2 large lounges on this level boast gorgeous cedar window joinery and double glazing to keep perfect temperatures all year round. There are 3 bedrooms that share these living quarters and 3 bathrooms - 2 of them ensuites.More bedrooms, bathrooms and living are upstairs and a good-sized study extends to a balcony. Some bedrooms, including the master have walk-in robes and a freestanding bath adds a luxurious touch in the master suite. The upper level is perfect for indoor outdoor entertaining with a large north-facing deck off the open plan family area and kitchen.Fully fenced and private, this prestigious property in a popular family neighbourhood is zoned for Auckland Normal Intermediate and Epsom Normal Primary. It is handy to Newmarket Westfield Mall and Mt Eden Village, Auckland University Epsom Campus and Watling Reserve.If you seek a large, updated character residence in a top city area, make this your priority viewing.