This 1935 two-bedroom cottage in the heart of Opunake has the kind of bones that make people stop mid inspection and just feel it. Timber floors that glow, wooden features that tell a story, and a log fire that wins every argument about going out.

Outside, a generous 1012sqm section gives you room to breathe, grow (the raised vege gardens are ready and waiting), and gaze at the mountain from the deck.

And when the guests arrive? The private cabin out back has them sorted. Double garage for the gear and a short stroll to the beach and shops for everything else.

Some homes just get better with age. This is one of them, come check it out for yourself.