Whakatane, Ohope 53 Pohutukawa Avenue

Ohope? Oh Yes!

There are places that capture your soul the moment you arrive. No. 53 is one of those rare homes that makes your heartbeat quicken and feels like a dream you never want to wake from.
The feeling here is calm and unhurried. The view from the deck is Ohope Beach, framed between the pohutukawa trees that give this popular avenue its name. From dawn to dusk, the outlook becomes an ever-changing theatre of light, colour, and movement. Mornings bring skies of pink and gold, while evenings dissolve into sunsets that linger long after the last wave retreats. Every day begins and ends with a reminder of how beautiful life can be.
Living here is about more than four walls. It is about embracing a rhythm of life that many only dream of. Wake to the song of native tuis, step outside and feel the sand between your toes within minutes or wander to the local cafes where the warmth of the community is as rich as the coffee in your cup. Afternoons are a canvas: swimming, fishing, lazing with nothing but time, or teeing off at Ohope International Golf Course. And when you crave a change of pace, Whakatane's vibrant township is only a short drive away.
The home itself is as enchanting as its surroundings. Spread gracefully across two levels, its design flows effortlessly with the location, framing views like a living artwork. The kitchen is a showpiece with marble counters, glass front cabinetry and a sense of glamour that makes even the simplest meal feel special. Open plan living spaces spill seamlessly onto the sunlit balcony, where the ocean stretches endlessly before you.
Upstairs, the master suite is a private retreat with its own en-suite. Downstairs, two further double bedrooms open directly onto a tranquil outdoor haven, perfect for long afternoons with a book or quiet evenings beneath the stars. An office nook provides inspiration, a separate laundry keeps everyday life neat, and the double internal access garage adds practicality to the charm. Everywhere you turn, this home feels like it was designed not just to be lived in but to be loved.
What truly sets No. 53 apart are the moments it invites you to create. Long summer evenings on the balcony, laughter carried on the breeze. Quiet winter mornings wrapped in a blanket with a cup of tea, watching the waves roll in endlessly. The clink of glasses, the joy of shared meals, the comfort of knowing you have found a home that is not just beautiful but life affirming.

Features to love:
Unforgettable sunrises and sunsets over Ohope Beach
Easy care, easy access section
Designer kitchen with marble countertops and glass front cabinetry
Open plan living spaces flowing to a balcony with spectacular ocean views
Master suite with ensuite on the upper level
Two additional double bedrooms downstairs opening onto a private outdoor haven
Office or study nook
Double internal access garage
Just steps to Ohope's shops and cafes, and only a short drive to Whakatane township

No. 53 is not simply a property. It is a story waiting to be written, a sanctuary for the soul, and a front row seat to one of New Zealand's most breathtaking backdrops. This is where everyday life becomes extraordinary.