[Bubbles]

The wifes been lookin' and found this.
Shame we're not there to buy

http://www.homesell.co.nz/new_zealand_real_estate/2860.php

John

[Timbo]

Very nice John. A little formal for our tastes, we will be looking for something a little older (VILLA) probably.
There are some nice looking suburbs to Tauranga. If you want more info on the area, just pm lizard on the fishing .net (real name Keith). He is a great fella, and very helpfull.

A nice little doer upper here..

http://www.homesell.co.nz/new_zealand_real_estate/2944.php

[Moorf]

We found our dream house too but were told yesterday that there is an accepted offer on it.. and all that after we had been told we could offer and get in by end March :(

We are gutted. :wah It's not a joy househunting anymore as you just end up accepting that you probably won't get it. I nearly, NEARLY demanded to be shipped home last night... okay today though.

If there is one thing I didn't anticipate when moving it was my yearning for our own home again... we are in our 5th month of renting now and its getting me down - we do have a specific "wish list" for a house and we really don't want to settle for anything less. i.e. old character villa or home on hill with view - big garden is a must.

I wonder if it's a "time of life" thing as I know that when we were in our 20's renting was great.. but since owning in the UK etc renting is awful and quite depressing at times.

So, if anyone out there sees something similar in Chch area or Harbourside area please let me know (unless you are buying it!!).

Helen

[Timbo]

One will keep one`s eyes peeled for one.

http://www.homesell.co.nz/new_zealand_real_estate/3057.php
OR

http://www.homesell.co.nz/new_zealand_real_estate/2891.php

This one is lovely.

[Moorf]

Crikey Timbo.. that's nice.. but we want to buy up to $300k at the moment so we don't overstretch ourselves !

haha considering we were looking at $400k at the beginning it sure says something eh?!

[Timbo]

I used $300 as my search criteria oddly enough. Although it does say TENDER, so ?????

We seem to be typing at the same time Moorf. I used $400 for the first house and $300 for the second, so it may be worth a sniff, unless you know otherwise already of course. I am fubbling in the dark with regards to suburbs and just picking the nice looking houses.

[Moorf]

Yep, have seen 2nd one on the Homesell site.. nice isn't it - and it's what we are looking for - but I dread to think of the price seeing as it's in Fendalton :?

[richard]

121 FENDALTON ROAD Latest Rating Valuation

As valued 1/8/2004**
Land Value $558,000
+ Value of Improvements $17,000
= Capital Value $575,000
Latest Property Area (hectares) 0.1112



123 Fendalton Road sounds even nicer:-

Latest Rating Valuation
As valued 1/8/2004**
Land Value $3,380,000
+ Value of Improvements $120,000
= Capital Value $3,500,000 :eek :eek :eek
Latest Property Area (hectares) 1.1488

[Moorf]

Yep, figured it would be a high price!

Nice tho!

[Pakeha Boy]

hey Bubbles, that dream house, did you find out how much it was?

C'mon then, spill your guts!! :eek

[Bubbles]

PB, I believe it should go for between $350K to $400K

Looks nice don't it :nice1

John

ammended: $400k to $420k. Sorry. Still a bloomin' good price me thinks

[Moorf]

Wow, that's an amazing price.. what a steal.. are you going to go for it?

Moorf

[Bubbles]

Love to Moorf, but unfortunately we're still the wrong side of the world.
Hey Ho

John

[Moorf]

Errr I contacted them for a price on that house Bubbles.... they are looking for offers over $625,000 where did you get $400k from? :?

Moorf

[Bubbles]

:eek I think someones telling fibs then Moorf . I emailed them !

[Bubbles]

Oops, that someone was me. Sorry, looking at the wrong property pricing info'. Yes, Moorf, you're absolutey correct $625K. :oops:

Damn it :no

[Jules]

This is my dream home, just down the road from where we live.

http://www.open2view.com/Property/85311

Hope I have done the link right :uhoh

Jules

[jo b]

Jules,

that is one beautiful home...EEK $825k

A bit above my budget

but I'll keep dreaming

Jo

[Diny]

Phwoar Jules .... nice pad.

Diny

[Moorf]

For that money I'd want more land and more privacy and more character :laugh

[Wiggles]

Hi All

I've been having a look on the realenz website too. I found a couple of lovely houses which have made us dream! Sadly two of them sold really quickly of course :wah

Moorf, have a look at this house. When I saw it I thought of you - go onto the realenz website and type in PP223199. It's really gorgeous but a little small for us.

We're looking in chch but saw a stunner in Rangiora. Unfortunately, realenz is not working any longer for me, so will try again later!

Cheers Wiggles

[Wiggles]

Right, managed to get some links. Have a look at these beauts:

http://www.harcourts.co.nz/pcQSearch?qst=C041239

and

go onto realenz website and enter property listing no. 10787
(now this one, if you go into the Christchurch realtor section on the home page came up priced at 450000 to 500000 Neg Between!!!!)

We couldn't believe it! I said to my DH - are you sure that we want to live in Chch and not a bit out!!! :laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh

Oh, we can dream can't we!

Wiggles

[Glenda]

You guys just don't know what a dream house looks like. :no

This is ours: http://www.realenz.co.nz/res/showphotos.cfm?ListingNumber=2235084

It is called "The Oasis".

The only problem is we need a little lottery win, or the exchange rate really has to be a lot better than it is. :( :( :(

:hopeso :hopeso :hopeso :hopeso :hopeso :hopeso :hopeso

[jo b]

Hi

I've found my dream home...............just need to find the money :?

Realnz no LS0020

Come on Premium Bonds/Lottery/pools.............mmm think I might go the Bingo tonight :laugh

Jo

[Timbo]

Very nice it is too Jo.
I hear that Welcome bay is a great spot.

http://www.realenz.co.nz/misc/menunumber_frames.cfm

[Glenda]

I've just realised that Realenz will not let my dream home be linked due to 'privacy' factors. :(

Not to be beaten ... I will try a copy and paste. :hopeso

Kerikeri - $ 1,600,000

THE OASIS
Imagine your own private resort. Timeless, Stylish, Sophisticated, and superbly presented!! Expansive commanding outlook down the Kerikeri inlet to our beautiful Bay of Islands.. Entertainment and ease of living have been kept to the forefront with this residence now offering 4 bedrooms, separate formal and informal living areas, quality fixtures, Jara flooring, Macrocarpa ceilings, chunky Cedar joinery and shutters. The central focal point, a stunning silky oak "Entertainers" kitchen, features built in 900mm wall oven, microwave, hidden 312ltr fridge/freezer, wine racks, dishwasher, 5 burner gas cook top and stylish retractable down draft built into the stainless steel bench top complimented by the alfresco dining. By day or by night enjoy the tranquil gardens, a courtyard and an inground pool, with plenty of privacy and security and beautiful lighting. Ample off street parking including triple garaging with internal access. A separate entrance gate for your pleasure craft.

House
4 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
1 Ensuite
Single Level
3 Garages
Floor: 200 sqm

No photos on here :wah but if your appetite is whetted it is on www.realenz.co.nz listing no. 2235084. (I would kill for this place :yes )

[Timbo]

http://www.homesell.co.nz/new_zealand_real_estate/3092.php

and this one is specially for those ageing hippys amongst us (myself included)

http://www.homesell.co.nz/new_zealand_real_estate/3062.php

[Moorf]

THAT'S MY DREAM HOUSE THAT IS!!!

Wow, nice price too!!!!! Any I.T Jobs going up there?? We can be techno-hippies :nice1

[Timbo]

Bit of shame it is not likely to be on the market when we finally get there as I really like it too.
Re IT in Whangarei, best ask Amanda. Mind you, I think she will be busy finding me a job first. :hopeso :yes

If you still like a spot of star gazing, check this out;

http://www.homesell.co.nz/new_zealand_real_estate/3105.php

[Timbo]

Hey Jo, I will race you to this one.


http://www.homesell.co.nz/new_zealand_real_estate/2918.php

[jo b]

Timbo

I've got me eye on this Beaut.

http://www.eves.co.nz/framesearch.cfm

no ID: 225497

Take a peak

jo

[jo b]

Timbo

that Katikati one is one hell of a place hey.

:nice1

Jo

[Graham Barnes]

I don't think I've ever seen any estate agent's photos of houses, taken when it's been tipping it down with rain, or blowing a gale.
According to their photos, it's always hot and sunny in NZ!! :no

[Timbo]

Very good point Graham. The NZ agents also seem to be very adept (read crafty) at getting a picy that doesnt convey the fact that the property is crowded in on all sides, and the "sea view" is nothing more than a peep, off of a ladder,using a telescope.
OK, I may have exagerated the last bit, but you get the point.

This one on first glance, seems no more than a shed. Check out the photos.

http://www.raywhite.com/cgi-bin/rsearch?a=o&cu=fn-raywhite&t=rw-hos&id=102091979&s=wkto&ag=&snf=&c=23396127&tm=110 6588925&p=10&f=&header=

[Moorf]

OH LOVE IT TIMBO!!

Can you find me one of those near Chch please! :nice1

[Tate6]

This is my DREAM HOME AND PROPERTY! And an extra lot to sell or save for the kids or Mom and Dad!
PERFECT FOR MY HORSES!

Wonder what the price on this Beauty is?? :eek

http://www.homesell.co.nz/new_zealand_real_estate/2017.php

DH better find a heck of a job offer!! :angel

[chrissie]

I don't want to dampen anyone's excitement but I would just like to say to everyone who is looking on the property websites PLEASE try to treat most of them with a pinch of salt. I spent months 'researching' houses on the web before we came here and so many of them looked wonderful from the photos. Only when we actually arrived and went to see them 'in person' did the reality hit home that there are an awful lot of dumps out there....so please don't get your hopes up too high.

[Tate6]

Oh no doubt! That is true anywhere!

I, myself am just checking out the prospects and DREAMING!
Hence the phrase-"Dream house".

But thanks for the heads up!

[Moorf]

http://www.harcourts.co.nz/pcQSearch?qst=BE050101

http://tcwozere.co.uk/smileys/ac11.gif

[Dave & Sandra]

WOW :clap

[Timbo]

Wow indeed. I think the lotto is going to get a hammering toinight.

[mechidna]

Here's one of the beauties I've found. Good price too.

http://www.homesell.co.nz/new_zealand_real_estate/3012.php

[Timbo]

One for Diny & PB

http://www.richardsons.co.nz/content.php?function=propertylistings&mode=listing display&ref=rt2701

[Karoline]

http://www.marktplaza.nl/Luxury-lifestyle-in-New-Zealand-651941.php

Another dreamhouse....a "little" bit above budget. But who knows, maybe some miljonair has discovered this forum.

My personal budget is about 150 NZ dollars a week.....
for rent...! :mrgreen:
But that's because we are starting from scratch... :nice1

My boyfriend worked on this house. He did the stone work.
cheers,
Karoline

[Timbo]

Check out the garage fellas:

http://www.open2view.com/viewimg.php?propid=91561&imgNo=18&referer=

[Jules]

B****r the garage, house is better :nice1

Jules

[Timbo]

Yeah, not a bad place Jules I agree. But just the cars would do me. I wonder if they are included in the price. :no

[Jules]

Are they Lexus? I am usually quite good at recognising makes of cars having been in the car industry for 11 years :eek

Jules

[Bubbles]

Jules,

Them there beasts have MUSTANG badges.

Nice motors. Wouldn't mind one, let alone the pair. :yes

John

[Jules]

Doh :oops: :oops:

Ok I am not a bloke :laugh :laugh

Jules

[Bubbles]

Glad to hear it ! :laugh

[Timbo]

Hows this for a view?
http://images.ljhooker.co.nz/PROPERTY/pictures/00400935.JPG

You dont find many estate agents taking photos like that to show potential buyers. :laugh

[Moorf]

:laugh :laugh :laugh :laugh

[Diny]

That's a classic!!!

Is it just me being abit too 'British' - but has anybody else noticed that in quite a few of the house pics you see on Realenz, the internal shots often have scenes of unmade beds, kids toys all over the place, coats flung on furniture, washing up in the sink etc.

Believe me, I'm not overly house proud but I reckon if you're trying to sell the place you should at least make it look it's best. Or are they trying to advertise it from a 'lived in' point of view? :laugh

Diny

[Gran]

Hi Timbo,

That looks like Marsden Point. Believe it or not there is a lovely beach over by that oil refinery we have walked down it, then we did the tour of the refinery, an interesting trip.

Gran

[Timbo]

Hi Gran. Yes I think it is Marsden, as the house is advertised as Whangarei heads area. I just cant believe an estate agent being so honest with the picture though. You certainly seem to get a lot for your money up that way. Not much work I assume.

Diny, have you also noticed the number of times the family pet apears in the picy. I think it is quite quaint.

[Timbo]

I know I post here far too much. But hey, it keeps the dream alive;

http://www.homesell.co.nz/new_zealand_real_estate/3490.php

If we were there, I would be taking a much closer look at this one.

[Jules]

That is one beautiful house Timbo :nice1

Jules

[Moorf]

My God - what a great house and great price... I WANT I WANT I WANT...

:laugh

[Timbo]

GERROFF!! Youve got one. :laugh
Tis a nice one though, I have to say. Not sure about a saltwater pool. :uhoh

[Bubbles]

the wife likes this one at the moment

http://www.realenz.co.nz/res/searchdetails.cfm?CurrentRow=9&SD=

but she does keep flitting from one area to another

[Paul and Linda]

Hi All,
I couldn't follow the links to some of your dream homes because thy have been snapped up, I have however found a slice of pure heaven....p.s I really like keeping fish! :clap :clap :clap

I'm putting a whole fiver on the lottery this weekend! :P

Do you think I dare ask the estate agent in advance of my lottery win "How much for cash?"?
:laugh

If only Eh!

[Paul and Linda]

In addendum to my previous and highly cryptic post....here's the link!


http://www.open2view.com/Property/104541?

[Simon & Emily]

What a big place - I always wish they would put a price guide on these properties. They are obviously expensive, but it would be nice to know how much of a lottery win you'd need :laugh

I have to say that I've e-mailed estate agents in the past asking for a price guide, and had to include a phone number to send the mail. I once then got a phone call at 1am to inform me that the property was about $750,000. She was obviously really keen for the commission :nice1 and didn't even bat an eyelid when I blearily told her that I was sound asleep in bed, just carried on asking if I wanted any further information.

Still, that hasn't stopped me looking. There are some really lovely places out there - it just keeps us going when we run out of patience.

Emily

[Timbo]

http://www.richardsons.co.nz/content.php?function=propertylistings&mode=listing display&ref=ra3436



Is this the most un-kiwi style house yet?

http://www.open2view.com/Property/100959?searchid=6374182&offset=30

Make sure you do the picture tour. The black & pink bathroom is, well, something else.

[Bubbles]

I have to agree with you Timbo, but each and everyone to their own.
It's not the sought of property we're looking for though :nice1

I think you may have guessed that already mate :yes

John

[Moorf]

That pink and white house smacks of Fendalton / Merivale in Chch! :? :no

And the one with all the fish??? WOW - what a great price!! :nice1 Swap the water for cooking oil, add a couple of burners and voila.. chippy al fresco :laugh :laugh

[Moorf]

Just a few streets away from us... and a price tag, according to the agent I spoke with, of offers over $520k!!! Cheap as chips!

http://www.open2view.com/Property/102258?searchid=6382918&offset=0

[Simon & Emily]

WOW :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:


Now, I know that's not exactly cheap with local salaries, but what a lot of building for your money. The pink kitchen didn't grab me, but I guess I could live with it :laugh :laugh . But the window cleaning bill - that would be a different thing :laugh :laugh

Emily

[Kenny]

Looking for that rural life style, close to the city but with a little bit of luxury.
Look no further.....

Sitting on the far side of Wellington Harbour.....


http://www.harcourts.co.nz/pcQSearch?qsa=&qst=EA2594



I wonder if they will sell the cottage seperate :laugh :laugh :laugh

[Kenny]

Oop's double post :oops: :oops: :oops:

[Biddy]

Kenny I'll stump up the .05million NZ$ if you do the rest eh?

[Kenny]

Kenny I'll stump up the .05million NZ$ if you do the rest eh?

Your on Biddy - I can afford the 1.00 NZ$ to put in front of it. :laugh :laugh :laugh

[Smiler]

Hi Timbo
I agree looks like it's on an estate in the home counties. I took the piccy tour and it was fine 'til the bathroom and then my eyes began to bleed! Ouch

Deborah

[sarahw]

Thought I'd post the view from our new house (from lounge, dining room, our bedroom & the deck & patio) - its pretty much my dream view (and dream house!). I can't work out how to incorporate the pic onto the post so have saved it to an album...

It doesn't seem to work when you click on the link in this post so you have to copy & paste it - I'm having a mare with technology today!!

http://sarahw28.tripod.com/house/View.jpg