253 Mackenzies Road, Waipara, Hurunui, Canterbury

Tucked away in the heart of the Waipara Valley on the sunny North Canterbury plains, in an area of microclimate that makes it a little warmer than most of North Canterbury, sits this 15.7ha lush rural lifestyle block with the Weka Creek on one boundary.

Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vines are currently producing on 8 ha of the block, having been planted in 2002. The managed vineyard has been kept immaculate by the current owner. Poplar, macrocarpa and pine trees form shelter belts on the boundaries. There is a pine forest and large river flat that is currently not planted or producing.

Water is a feature of this horticultural land, with not only the Weka Creek flowing along one boundary, but also a water allocation of 7,000,000 litres per annum from the Weka Plains Irrigation scheme ( series of reservoirs serve the valley) for irrigating the vines or any crops you chose to grow - tomatoes were a feature in this area before wine! . Town supply water is available for human use in the lunchroom.

Improvements on the property include two forty foot containers; for nets and personal storage, Two twenty foot containers house a quad bike in one and vineyard maintenance items in the other. The 17.5m x 9m Versatile four bay shed has the work shop and irrigation bay, a storage bay and a comfortable lunchroom and bathroom. A separate Total span double garage has a separate smoko room adjacent.

Enjoy the peace and quiet, surrounded by nature immersing yourself with a glass of your wine, as you gaze out on an evening over the vines to watch the stunning evening sky turning from spectacular sunset into a starlit night sky.

With the views, the river and easy access to a sealed road, this area is considered the "Golden Mile of Waipara" ; after of 24 years of ownership it is now time to let an new owner prosper from the combination of the climate, the great soil and the water supply making this a valuable property to invest in and own. Viewing is by appointment only . Call Linda for more information and to arrange your viewing.