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!! PRESTIGE, PREMIUM POSITION & PRICED TO SELL !!

Bed5

Bath4

Parking3

Land area1 hectares

Details

5 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

3 Lounges

3 Garage parking

Dwelling

!! PRESTIGE, PREMIUM POSITION & PRICED TO SELL !!

PARK-LIKE GROUNDS, OFFICE/STUDIO, ORCHARD & ESTUARY ACCESS

Set within an exclusive and tightly held enclave, down a peaceful private road, this exceptional 1 hectare (2.48 acre) lifestyle property offers a rare blend of privacy, prestige, and access to the Hingaia/Whangapouri Estuary, where kayaking, fishing, and a relaxed waterfront lifestyle can be enjoyed from your own backyard. A timber gated entry opens to the sealed Titoki tree-lined driveway leading through exceptional landscaped gardens to the delightful turning circle garden and this superb 398 square metre (approx) five bedroom home plus office/studio, which was built in 2007 (CCC date) and exquisitely designed by Wayne Houston of Houston Architects NZ Ltd. The premium quality, dual-level residence is clad in Timaru Bluestone, giving a sense of permanence and weight, and features double glazing, copper spouting, and a shingle roof.

Bespoke pieces and interesting accents such as hardwood columns and mantelpieces crafted from historical telegraph poles and bridges, some with original hardware/bolts, are cleverly showcased in tandem with ultra-high ceilings, ornate windows, a breathtaking double sided Schist stone gas fireplace in the lounge and dining and the abundant use of window walls and doors connecting rooms and flowing outdoors. The impressive foyer flaunts its sweeping wrought iron and timber staircase and offers entry to the sophisticated sunlit lounge, separated from chic formal dining by the amazing two-sided fireplace. Both these areas spill outdoors to patios, a Wisteria-covered pergola and enchanting views over the water and estuary, birdlife and bushland.

Two sets of doors open from formal dining into light, scenic open plan family living with gorgeous views over the water and estuary, birdlife and bush. Doors here also open into the beautiful gardens. The excellently appointed designer kitchen features large benchtops, Blum kitchen hardware, dramatic tiled splashback, Falcon oven and in-ceiling rangehood, farmhouse sink, walk-in pantry and a super-sized window gazing across the property. Deluxe guest quarters on this level comprise a large bedroom with built-in wardrobe, fully tiled ensuite and access to garden-side relaxation. There’s also a powder room, a spacious laundry with built-ins and access to the double lock up garage and outdoors, plus a storage room. Off the foyer, stairs lead down to a wonderful underground recycled brick wine cellar (800 bottle capacity) with timber ceiling and passive climate control.

Upstairs, the light, bright landing looks down to the lounge and out across the property through picture windows. Four bedrooms here include the luxurious master bedroom with heat pump, walk-in robe, floor to ceiling tiled ensuite and super-scenic private balcony. The three remaining bedrooms, two with heat pumps, all have built-in robes and share a family bathroom with bath and shower, toilet and bidet. There are also additional attic storage rooms offering generous storage or multi-purpose use.

Outdoors there’s a children’s playground, cubby house and a range of fruit trees, plus a large barn with double garaging, sitting room and bar, bathroom, office with heat pump and storage. There’s 3 phase power both here and in the home, and plenty of extra parking including space for large vehicles, boat or camper. The gardens are a visual feast, designed as different “rooms” with natural screening and a loop walk, attracting abundant wildlife. Conveniently positioned for Karaka School and Rosehill College, and close to the Drury and Karaka motorway, this home is a Master Builder Gold Regional Award Winner.