Situated in a coveted, tightly held locale this is one of Tamahere's best kept secrets. An enticing architectural design that offers the perfect lifestyle proposition, a gully backdrop yet a manageable lock up and leave in the country. A mature shelterbelt of trees flanks the driveway, opening to reveal a home nestled in amongst a backdrop of beautiful specimen trees in a very private, tranquil setting. Double cedar doors open to a tiled entrance with extended stud height. The main living areas are awash with light, north facing, the intimate living areas create interest and the unexpected uniqueness that sets this property apart. The streamlined gourmet kitchen features a large centre island, granite and satin stainless bench tops, quality appliances and cleverly thought out storage systems. The cosy formal lounge has a stone feature wall with a wood burner for winter warmth. There is ducted heating and cooling in all of the main living areas and under-floor heating in the tiled kitchen, dining room and lounge. Multiple sets of Alti joinery bi-fold doors open to the outdoor living precinct with a salt water pool and stunning alfresco outdoor area boasting an outdoor fire. Stone accents and a timber tongue and groove portico provide the perfect secluded entertaining spot. Downstairs there are two double bedrooms, one with an adjoining lounge and rear entrance. Upstairs there is a library on the landing and a separate fully soundproofed media room with French doors opening to a balcony overlooking the pool. The dual access tiled bathroom services the master suite and fourth bedroom which also has its own lounge area - these rooms are both equipped with heat pumps. Set on 1.0090ha in a lush landscaped environment with established gully views, this home provides the perfect escape at the end of the day. In Zone for Tamahere & Hillcrest Schools, close to Hamilton Airport, Tamahere Shopping centre, Waikato University, Waikato Hospital & Hamilton's CBD.