381 Pugh Road, Hope, Tasman, Nelson / Tasman

If you have the desire for a country lifestyle but want to be close to town, then you can have the very best of both worlds here. Very secluded and sheltered, this superbly presented 3 bedroom plus studio residence is set in a wonderful established tranquil garden, bathed in sun and having spectacular views across the property to the Western Ranges, Mt Owen and around to the Richmond Ranges. The 281sqm family home is very spacious and extremely well designed with emphasis on family living to the full. The original 1977 dwelling was completely rebuilt in 2008 and is well-insulated, double glazed and exceptionally well-heated (wood burner with wetback, radiators, heat transfer system, heat pump and solar water). The main floor has a separate lounge, family sunroom living area, dining area and a well-appointed kitchen, which makes for ease of entertaining. This floor has the guest bedroom with a separate bathroom, plus an office nook. The top level has the master bedroom with stunning views, an extremely spacious walk-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom with dual access, a spacious office area with spectacular views, a craft area and a second double bedroom. The ground floor clever floor plan incorporates a superb 'mud room' and laundry area, with separate access, a 3rd toilet and an adjoining studio/workshop room also with exterior access - savvy purchasers will recognise the opportunities this area presents. A true restful haven, family and guests will adore the landscaped outdoor living spaces and the bountiful producing garden, home orchard, citrus and berries on offer here! There is room for all, with excellent storage throughout the home, a double internal-access garage, a separate 5-bay lock-up farm shed complete with a high stud door for the campervan, garden/woodsheds together with growing cages and glass houses to extend the growing season. 381 Pugh Road offers a true slice of country life on 4.18ha of irrigated pasture, ideal for horses, horticulture or raising some beef for the freezer. The property is well fenced, and being on the Waimea East Irrigation scheme, supported by 2 dam shares, gives plenty of options for land use and income generating ability. The property also has a delightful block of native bush to the rear of the block. The Tasman Great Taste cycle trail goes past the front gate, and the Waimea River is close by, as is Ranzau School and the school bus to both intermediate and secondary schools. Properties of this calibre, sitting close to the urban fringe and offering a full and magnificent family lifestyle, are few and far between. For more information or to organise a viewing, contact Bruce Batty.