36 Norton Street, Gore, Southland

Positioned on a private 1,181m² section, 36 Norton Street offers exceptional family living within a substantial 266m² home. This beautifully maintained 1960s residence blends timeless architectural character with thoughtful modern upgrades, creating a warm, spacious and highly functional property.

The updated kitchen forms the true heart of the home, featuring granite benchtops, a cooktop, double ovens, dishwasher and dish drawers — perfectly designed for family life and entertaining. Gas hot water in the kitchen adds efficiency, while expansive bifold windows open completely to the outdoors, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The kitchen connects effortlessly to a generous dining area, and additional space to create a second lounge, offering flexible living options.

A separate main lounge provides a private retreat, centred around a stunning fireplace with decorative mantel and an updated wood burner that adds both elegance and warmth. A heat pump ensures year-round comfort with both heating and cooling options. Ranch sliders from the lounge and kitchen lead to a sun-soaked conservatory — a true suntrap and inviting family hub. From here, step out onto the concrete patio complete with an outdoor fire, perfect for entertaining while enjoying the established trees and picturesque views of the Waimea Plains in the distance.

Mostly double glazed and exceptionally warm, the home combines insulation and modern heating solutions to create a cosy and comfortable environment. The large water cylinder heats water for the remainder of the home.

The ground floor also features a spacious separate laundry, an updated separate toilet, and a large storage room ideal for busy households. This space flows directly into the double internal-access garage for added convenience.

Upstairs, the enchanting 1960s staircase with wrought iron detailing and beautiful timber craftsmanship leads to five bedrooms — four doubles and one single — all with spacious wardrobes and abundant natural light. The elevated north-facing bedrooms capture stunning views and all-day sun. The large family bathroom has been stylishly updated with stunning tiles and high-end fixtures, offering a shower, bath and vanity, alongside an additional toilet and further storage.

The exterior showcases mixed timber, brick and plaster cladding, highlighting the home’s architectural charm. The fully fenced section is flat and family-friendly, with a woodshed at the front and a garden shed at the rear. Zoned to Gore Main School.

Adding outstanding versatility is the separate self-contained loft dwelling, offering spacious open-plan living and sleeping, plus a modern bathroom with shower, toilet and vanity — ideal for extended family, guests, additional income potential or to be utilized as a hobby room or office.

Spacious, warm and undeniably classy, this unique property delivers refined family living with flexibility and rural views in a tightly held location. Deadline Sale closing 20th March 2026 4pm - Prior offers considered.