146 Pupu Valley Road, Golden Bay, Tasman, Nelson / Tasman

The vendors are moving south to be nearer to extended family, and now is your opportunity to own a purposely built and developed self-sufficient property, incorporating all modern conveniences.

Notably:

• Year-round spring-fed potable water supply
• Solar power and battery bank plus alternate grid power supply
• Wooded areas and deer fenced grazing paddocks
• Fully lockable five-bay 202 sqm shed with concrete floor

On offer is a fully insulated 405 sqm home of solid construction built in 2010 with four large bedrooms and two bathrooms, two car internal garage, produce/wine cellar, huge rumpus room, lounge, family room, office, country style kitchen (granite bench tops) and walk-in pantry. Cooking is either by a large gas stove with oven or the option of using the wood burning Stanley stove. Hot water is supplied from a roof mounted solar water heating system, supplemented by wet backs from the Stanley wood stove and the Metro wood heater in the lounge.

Set on 11.58ha you don’t have to worry about working the land as approximately 7.6 hectares of this stunning property is enhanced by a QEII Open Space Covenant, protecting its natural character for generations to come. Owning a QEII covenant property means you’re part of a community of landowners committed to preserving New Zealand’s precious biodiversity, and there is the added bonus of discounted Rates. Your land will still remain freehold for you to develop walking tracks, if you wish. It is a sanctuary for birdlife, native bush and rare species.

Facilities on the property are many: An abundant wood supply. Grazing for animals behind a deer fenced perimeter. Extensive raised bed vegetable gardens. Fruit producing orchard: apples, pears, stone fruits, figs, and citrus trees. Chicken run. Two small green houses. For recreation, an inground salt water swimming pool will provide great entertainment for the whole family and guests.

The property is located within 5 km of Takaka township and is on the rural school bus route. The aerodrome is only a 5-minute drive and offers regular direct flights to/from the capital Wellington keeping you connected to the bustling cities. Golden Bay is located in the northernmost district of the South Island and is known for its beaches and especially for its year-round mild temperate climate.

The community of approximately 5,000 has a base of dairy farming, tourism, artists, retirees and young families. This is an unmatched location for a balanced, peaceful, and self-sufficient lifestyle for all members of the family.