144 Hill Road Belmont, Lower Hutt City

Set alongside Pareraho Forest, 144 Hill Road has nature at its doorstep. Lovingly cared for by its owners, this 1960s weatherboard home brings together four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a bush setting, with established gardens and room to explore across its 1,243sqm (more or less) section.

Native greenery frames the property, birdsong provides an all-day soundtrack, and the home has a welcoming, cottage-like appeal. The generous north-facing patio is a wonderful place to share a meal, catch up with friends or simply take in the leafy outlook over the forest. Beyond it, the grounds invite discovery, with bush to wander through and a stream below. After dark, glow-worms can be seen speckling the gully walls.

The garden reflects the time and care invested in this much-loved property. The productive organic garden and fruit trees, including apple, apricot, peach, feijoa and lemon, make the outdoors as rewarding as it is enjoyable. There is space (and a shed) for chickens if that suits you. Whether tending the harvest or exploring among the trees, there is plenty here to appreciate through the seasons.

With a 130sqm (more or less) floor area spread across two levels, the home offers a separate kitchen that connects easily to spacious living and dining areas. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms provide flexible accommodation, while a dedicated study offers a useful space for working from home. A generous loft adds valuable storage, and a woodburner and heat pump provide warmth through the cooler months.

A single garage with storage below, additional off-street parking and a garden shed add everyday practicality. Hill Road has a welcoming, close-knit community atmosphere. With Belmont Regional Park and Pareraho's walking and mountain biking trails close by, and Lower Hutt's shops and amenities less than 10 minutes by car, this is an opportunity to enjoy a home that connects to its natural surroundings without leaving city conveniences behind.