Standing proud on a sought-after corner site, this beautifully maintained, very pretty square-front villa seamlessly blends timeless character with modern comfort. The main level welcomes you with soaring ceilings and original period details throughout its three spacious bedrooms and two distinct living areas. The front lounge, featuring an operational fireplace, serves as a cozy sanctuary for winter nights, while the updated kitchen, modern bathroom plus an additional toilet cater to effortless contemporary living.The lower level provides a versatile, self-contained rumpus with its own kitchenette and bathroom. With a separate entrance and private outdoor space, this area is ideally suited for a home office, a retreat for teenagers, or hosting guests (possible Airbnb potential).Practicality is a hallmark of this four hundred eighty-eight square meter (more or less) property, which offers extensive parking across two separate vehicle crossings. Facilities include a standalone garage, a second garage with a workshop and loads of storage under the house, and additional off-street parking. Loads of room for those tradie tools if needed. The grounds are beautifully landscaped with lush hedging and feature a front lawn perfect for kids or pets.Perfectly positioned for an exceptional lifestyle, the home is just a short stroll to the green spaces of Grey Lynn Park and the local Grey Lynn shops. You are also perfectly placed to enjoy the nearby hustle and bustle of Ponsonby Road, making this a rare find with more than meets the eye in one of the area's most popular pockets.Auction: thirty-four Shortland Street, City on Thursday seventh May two thousand twenty-six at ten o'clock AM (unless sold prior)