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You think you’re buying one cottage. This Banks Peninsula property comes with two
The little blue cottage wasn't always on this site, but it is as vintage as it looks.

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A unique Banks Peninsula property at 342 Le Bons Bay Rd, Akaroa, offers two distinct homes on one title. The main residence is a charming blue vintage cottage, moved to the site and extended, featuring a rustic interior with a log burner and sweeping valley views.
A second, original colonial cottage is also on the property, providing a one-bed space perfect for guests or family. This special listing offers a "slow living" lifestyle with great potential for its next owners.
The perfect verandah for sitting and watching the world go by from.
Views from the blue cottage are stunning.
The home is packed with vintage features, such as this coal range, which heats the water in winter.
The guest bedrooms are tucked up under the pitched roof, in classic Victorian style.
The second, much older cottage sits just behind the blue cottage. It's a one bedroom, and has hosted friends and family over the years.
Inside the second cottage. It could be a charming little Airbnb.
There are a lot of mature trees on this slice of land. Slow living at its best.
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