230 Queens Drive, Lyall Bay

Here's a wonderful character home that combines sun, views and versatility on the doorstep of the beach, shops and cafes in the heart of Lyall Bay. Configured as two two-bedroom flats for investment or lifestyle-and-income, it also could be converted back into a grand family home in a seaside location that's second-to-none. Features include:

- Two sunny character flats, each with two bedrooms, a study or nursery, and separate lounges.

- Lovely sea views from each flat over Lyall Bay to Pencarrow and out to Cook Strait

- Potential to add value and turn vintage charm, including a kitchen with a coal range and a bathroom with a clawfoot bath, into a contemporary showcase.

- Enchanting setting, with flat lawn front and back for spreading out in the sun or backyard cricket.

- Superbly picturesque and convenient location across the road from the beach and just a short, flat stroll from the cafes and shops.

- On the bus route with a bonus of single garage for secure off-street parking or extra storage to keep the bikes, kayaks and everything else you'll want to explore the south coast.

For sale for the first time in decades, this is a rare chance to create a beachfront benchmark or use it in the meantime as a home-and-income haven to help pay the mortgage so you can capitalise on it at your leisure. Don't miss Sunday's viewing.