371 Racecourse Road, Allenton, Ashburton, Canterbury

Nestled in 4 hectares of peaceful rural setting just a few minutes’ drive from Ashburton, this is your chance to leave the chaos behind and enjoy your very own park like peace. Drive down the treelined entry into a remarkable setting of mature and rare trees and delightful private gardens. Known as Trott’s Garden this property is full of history and charm. The cottage, built in 1910, features three double bedrooms with a fourth single bedroom or office. The kitchen, with butler’s pantry, leads into the family room. A separate large formal lounge features an original fireplace, while renovations through the years have made for comfortable and cosy living in the most stunning surroundings.

The charming historic stables were built in 1880, and is one of the oldest buildings in Ashburton, while a recent and exceptional addition is the brand new, high spec shed completed in February 2025. Spanning an impressive 18m wide by 12m deep, this free-span, high-stud structure is built to accommodate serious storage and functionality needs. Three front-facing automatic roller doors plus a rear centre roller door allow full drive-through access for campers, tractors, boats or large machinery. Concrete aprons and perimeter paths enhance usability, while multiple power outlets, including a dedicated caravan plug ensure convenience for a wide range of uses. This is the perfect utility building.

Add to this a replica countryside tavern, authentic and cosy, the beautifully renovated chapel, (built in 1916) with its original features, pews, organ, leadlight windows and native timbers, the permanent marquee, fully wired with a modern lighting installation, fire monitoring and wooden flooring and you have a home, grounds and outbuildings that will impress.

Properties in such a stunning setting and offering such a unique lifestyle, rarely become available. Trott’s Garden has genuine intrinsic value, having been used commercially for functions and garden tours by the current owner. This can be continued if you wish to use this property as an income stream or equally reduce activity and just enjoy the peaceful home and garden.

Viewing by appointment only.

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