12 Margaret Street, Roslyn, Palmerston North City, Manawatu

Blood sweat and tears (not to mention a stack of money) have gone into the fine renovation of #12 Margaret Street and I'm sure when you come to visit you'll feel the same instantaneous attraction that I did.

The current vendors purchased the character roughcast home almost 10 years ago after falling in love with its style, privacy and central location. It was a different home back then, but after hundreds of hours stripping back the wood and renovating the kitchen, bathroom, living and outdoor areas, the home has been elevated to that very desirable 'forever home' status.

Inside you will find the high stud ceilings and native wood bring a feeling of confident composure; the modern, open plan kitchen having also been designed in keeping with a classically elegant style. The living flows harmoniously and is graced by an ornate wood-burner that makes for a very cosy and welcoming space. There are three bedrooms and a renovated bathroom (plus a second toilet for convenience).

The additional sun-porch is a great place to relax and opens out to a private and very special native retreat. Much hard work and toil has gone into creating this wonderfully vibrant and varied landscape - warm, shaded and secluded - for a brief moment I felt I was walking in a native park!

If you are craving a home with a sense of depth and warmth of character, a place to cherish and call your own - then you won't be disappointed here (unless you miss out!).

With all the hard work done, you can move on in and simply enjoy the pleasure of owning a home worth living in.

NB: This Sunday's open home is the first available viewing time.