This freehold property with consented separate sleepout enjoys views across nearby Donovan Park and is ripe with opportunity for a family seeking an affordable first home. The 1950s built weatherboard bungalow retains some of the archetypal character of its period The neighbourhood is located close to the centre of town – a close knit country community where the focus is on a range of family amenities and regular street parade events. Elevated yet single level the versatile 157 sqm (approx.) home has a detached sleepout with bathroom in the back yard presenting options for extra accommodation, a home based business, or hobby studio. North-East facing for an abundance of that glorious Bay of Plenty sunshine, the two bedroom home’s interior has been well maintained and partially modernised over the years. Honey toned timber floors and vinyl unite with neutrally toned décor and an open dining and kitchen created for modern living and a sense of space. The separate formal living room with log burner fireplace has French doors to a sunroom which connects to the gardens. The dining room boasts a window seat and a colourful reminder of the past with vivid glazing while an adjacent office is enhanced by ornate treescape aperture. A sizable open plan kitchen integrates stainless steel appliances and plenty of cabinetry including a big pantry. Both double bedrooms have built in wardrobes and share the family bathroom with separate toilet while the laundry is tucked in a porch handy to the back door. Gas bottles supply hot water while abundant storage includes the sleepout and a corrugated iron toolshed. The 557 sqm (approx.) section is fully fenced around flat lawns and awaits a green thumb to develop further with room to lay down the vegetable beds to supplement the weekly grocery budget. Close to Te Puke Primary School and just minutes from shops, supermarket, sports grounds with Papamoa Hills Regional Park and fabulous beaches nearby, this is a pivotal location if you love the great outdoors.