Only seconds to put your toes in the ocean, with no road to cross to the beach. This is a lovely 2 bedroom apartment, set away from the main road in a quiet cul de sac. It is ground floor, very spacious inside. Full kitchen and all amenities. Plus!! The most beautiful and safe swimming beach in New Zealand is virtually at your doorstep. The main bedroom and lounge face the ocean which can be seen from the lounge. The outlook is towards the beach and a quiet park/reserve where it is ideal for kids and adults alike to spread out. ( kids play, adults practice chipping the golf ball !!)The tennis courts are next door. There is a very pleasant out door area to sit & relax. Bowling green and golf course a short distance away. There are boogie boards, tennis rackets, kayak, plus children’s toys available for your use. Ohope Beach is a safe , fun surf beach. As is typical of New Zealand, there are no crowds. It is safe for swimming and beginner to intermediate level surfing. Ohiwa Harbour is a calm sheltered estuary popular for sailing, paddle boarding, kayaking and swimming. There is an 18 hole golf course at the end of the pennisula that looks out over the sea and the harbour. A casual round is $25 NZD There are numerous fishing charters available in the local township of Whakatane which is a 10 minute drive. The fishing is very good, especially in summer. There are also endless options for walking and biking