247 Chester Road, Carterton, Wellington

Offers invited over $1,100,000 (plus. GST if any). Building and LIM report available on request.

247 Chester Road, West Taratahi is a remarkable lifestyle property set on 3.0860 hectares just minutes from Carterton. The property combines a warm family home with an established, income-generating cattery business - making it a truly unique opportunity for those seeking the ultimate rural lifestyle with commercial appeal.

The two-story home offers four bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a master bedroom featuring double glazed windows, a new ensuite, and large custom fitted wardrobe. The large wood burner in the lounge is complimented by a floor mounted heat pump in the dining room and dual DVS systems to keep the home warm and dry year round.

The cattery (Cat Purr-Fection) has been operating since 2006 and is purpose-built with three main boarding bays, with separate open air (fully caged and roofed) play /lounging areas. A dedicated cleaning and prep area with sink bench, washing machine, microwave, electric water boiler, radio (speakers in every room) , food and tray storage, plus a quarantine bay and office space.

There is significant stable income from this business. Financials will be made available under NDA to Interested Parties. There is the opportunity to purchase the property without the cattery business.

The land is divided into four well fenced paddocks with the balance containing the house, cattery and expansive gardens.

The Taratahi water race runs through the property, adding to the natural charm of this outstanding rural setting. Water for stock and garden irrigation is drawn from the water race and reticulated around the property, ideal for grazing animals or equestrian use.

The established gardens include raised vegetable beds and orchard with fig, plum, cherry, and crab apple trees. Drinking water security is excellent with two rainwater tanks totaling 45,000 liters (20,000L + 25,000L) from roof catchment, includes a UV water filtration system.

Further improvements include a substantial three-bay shed, a garden shed adjacent to the cattery, and a canary cage. This is a property that truly has it all - lifestyle, business, land, and natural beauty - all within easy reach of Carterton town and the broader Wairarapa region.

Carterton is a vibrant, growing town offering excellent schools, cafes, a farmers market, and easy access to the wider Wairarapa. Wellington is approximately 75 minutes by road or 80 minutes by train, making this an attractive proposition for buyers seeking rural serenity with urban connectivity.