79 Orakei Road Remuera, Auckland City

Thinking of writing that best-selling novel? Working from home and needing a bigger, better space of peace and quiet in which to sequester yourself could be resolved right here and now. This beautifully restored 19th Century home in Double Grammar Zone includes a standalone cottage with a bathroom that may well appeal for its earning capacity as enchanting Air BNB accommodation.

Pay the mortgage down faster with this income-earning residence or use as a studio or office space. Banish the teens if they crave their space or install your regularly visiting family members for a feeling of autonomy from the rest of the household. Empty nest couples will appreciate the generosity of scale and extra cottage option to accommodate the grown up kids when they visit from overseas.

In a neighbourhood which enjoys the substantial cachet of top school zones including Victoria Avenue Primary School, and access to excellent amenities, the character of this fully restored east-facing heritage residence has scope to add value. Resume the current momentum of the building consent to add on 2 more bedrooms, a bathroom and further living areas on the ground floor for the creation of a significant family home for growing families.

Double garaging and an off-street park set in delightful gardens of picture-perfection with marvelous street appeal, this 672m (approx.) freehold property has so much going for it. The ultimate in authentic character adapted to modern family dynamics located in arguably the country's top school zones - well, it just doesn't get better than that, does it?