1 Hart Place, Lake Coleridge, Selwyn, Canterbury

Positioned to capture sweeping outlooks across the Hutt Range, Peak Hill, the Black Range and the distant Southern Alps, this beautiful home sits comfortably within the landscape. Completed in 2008, it was recognised with a Gold Award in the House of the Year programme, reflecting both the quality of the build and the strength of its design.

At the heart of the house sits a large open-plan living, dining and kitchen area. Slate flooring grounds the space, while river stone, sourced locally from the Rakaia River, appears as both exterior cladding and an internal feature. Pine plywood ceilings bring warmth overhead, while macrocarpa, grown locally, features prominently in both joinery and furniture.

Colour has been drawn directly from the surrounding environment. Soft greys echo the scree slopes of Mt Hutt. Warm yellow tones reflect the tussock grass of the high country. Blues in the lounge reference alpine meltwater, while deeper hues like plum and pohutukawa tones appear in select spaces.

The kitchen is with a granite benchtop, generous storage and a macrocarpa breakfast bar. From here, the space opens to a sunny patio and flows through to the dining and lounge, which extend outdoors to a second sheltered entertaining zone. A separate lounge provides flexibility.

There's five double bedrooms, including a master with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. A dedicated study supports work, while three bathrooms ensure total comfort. A log burner, heat pump and double-sided gas fire provide warmth through the colder months, while the home’s orientation and materials help moderate temperature year-round. A double garage plus shed complete the picture.

Positioned between Lake Coleridge and the Rakaia River, the setting offers immediate access to fishing, skiing, hunting, jet boating, golf and extensive walking trails. Methven is approximately 35 minutes away, three ski fields are within an hour, and Christchurch can be reached in just over 80 minutes.

To arrange a viewing, contact Sam Gregory today!