426 Riverside Road, Okuku, Waimakariri, Canterbury

UNDER OFFER

Set well off the road along a private driveway, this 6.5685-hectare lifestyle sits among established gardens and trees with views to the distant hills. Water is provided from a private bore on the property.

Equestrian facilities:

An arena approximately 40m X 40m and a range of outbuildings including a large tack room with hot water to a covered wash down area, two stables large enough for foaling, feed room and hay barn plus an enclosed workshop with roller door. Two pens, one of which serves a dual purpose as a foot bath with water, plus a hitching rail. Several well fenced paddocks suit horses and other livestock. The property has the benefit of direct river access from the bottom terrace, ideal for trekking and exploring the myriad of river trails and out to the hills.

The home:

Here you will find a country style kitchen with superb granite bench tops, induction cooktop and a walk-in pantry open plan to comfortable dining and living spaces heated by a log burner with a patio door to a sheltered walled garden area. A spacious separate lounge showcases an impressive cathedral ceiling and a riverstone fireplace with in-built log burner and patio doors connecting out to sheltered patios and spa area where you can relax and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding countryside. A mezzanine offers space for a study or a den for the kids. The master suite includes a private lounge or office, good storage and an ensuite. Located at the other end of the home for privacy, are two guest bedrooms and a modern bathroom. A third toilet offers convenience.

Outbuildings and grounds:

There are many fruit trees, cottage style gardens, vegetable gardens and mature trees offering shade for those hot summer days. A fantastic array of outbuildings with power providing plenty of room for five cars plus an additional workshop, all with concrete floors and automatic garage doors.

This presents an ideal package within close proximity of Rangiora and Christchurch. Our vendors have enjoyed several years here but sadly the time has come to downsize and this property will be sold.