2195 Old West Coast Road, Kirwee, Selwyn, Canterbury

Private Sale : Contact Joe for private viewing 021 324529 or tbrankin62@gmail.com

Built on the original track along the Waimak river from ChCh in 1864 and then known as "Whites Hotel”. This significant piece of Canterbury history provided accommodation and refreshments to countless settlers aiming to establish farms and communities on the plains, the foothills and beyond the Alps and to endless numbers seeking their fortune in the goldfields of the Westcoast. The liquor license was transferred to premises in the new township of Kirwee in the late 1870’s and the hotel building became the family homestead and remained with the White family as they continued to farm the land. 1900 saw new ownership of the property. At least 2 generations of this family cherished the homestead as they grew up with a real connection of the early days of Colonial Canterbury. New owners emerged in 1994 following its subdivision from the original farm. Being keen heritage enthusiasts their intention was to undertake a complete restoration of the building. This project was complex and handled with passion and respect for the building and was reflected by being the winner of the Heritage Restoration Category of the Canterbury Heritage Awards in 2012. The property was sold to the current residents in 2014 who then completed the interior fitout. Here now is an opportunity for new owners to retain “Whites” as a genuine character home or perhaps to open the doors to commercial pursuits inline with its beginnings in 1864.

Downstairs : Kitchen with European appliances Double wall ovens and 90cm induction hobs Dishwasher Rangehood 2x log fires Sep laundry Master bedroom, double walk-in- robe,ensuite 3 toilets incl ensuites Main bathroom 2 living areas

Upstairs : 4 Bedrooms (2 double 1 with ensuite and 2 singles)

Floor area, house 263m2/verandha 67m2 Sep office/studio 28m2 Garage/workshop 85m2 2 sundry sheds

Approx 5 mins to Kirwee township Approx 20 mins ChCh airport Approx 15 mins Rolleston Walking distance to Waimak River

The house is set amidst 150 yr old trees providing shade and birdlife and enjoys sweeping views including character buildings, rural farmland and the majestic Southern Alps.