376 River Road, Claudelands —

This multi-level cedar home in a blue-chip location captivates with its high-side setting, voluminous layout and picturesque outlook.

Built in the 1980s, its architecture is reflective of the era and features like raked timber ceilings certainly add flavour.

While updates in recent years have seen the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry, scope still exists to add value to other parts of the home. Given the location and panoramic views, it would be hard to find a better candidate for contemporising and personalising. Opportunity knocks. This is an affordable chance to get your foot in the door of a river retreat that is brimming with potential, has a ringside seat to iconic views and offers superb amenity convenience.

Two driveways off River Road make the 769sqm property effortlessly accessible. They sweep up to the internally accessed double garage and provide parking for visitors. Inside, the layout unfolds in a sequence of bedrooms and living areas over several tiers, topped by an upper-level mezzanine which boasts the best lookout. Climb the spiral stairs, soak up the views and claim your spot.

When it comes to entertaining, the stone-top kitchen is a model of efficiency. It is open plan with the dining area, which has French doors spilling out to a large courtyard and covered patio for seamless indoor-outdoor living. There is a second dining option, a step-down lounge perfect for relaxing and socialising, and a master bedroom with an ensuite and walk-in wardrobe.

This home has everything going for it, including zoning for Hamilton Boys' and Girls' high school and a realistic vendor willing to meet the market.