My home was built in 1950s, situated in the heart of Mapua, near the water. I am seeking one or two boarders to share the house, (could be two friends, couple or mother/child ).I will be still living on the property but moving to an upstairs unit next to the house above a garage. I have lived here for 35 years, its a humble lovely wee place near the water, lots of bird life and nice garden. It’s not super flash or fancy but warm and cozy, insulated in ceiling and underneath. I am 64, it’s just me and the cat, called Pumpkin. I lead a very quiet lifestyle and have a casual job at one of the Hospice Op shops, which is a lot of fun.

Images: Shutterstock (wharf, sea view) and Cheril Barber (ice-cream store, mapua wharf)