29 Garden Road, Merivale, Christchurch, Canterbury

Grand proportions, sculptured stone and style that evokes a stately chateau set this remarkable home apart. Inspired by Cape Dutch architecture and designed by Chris Wilson (Wilson & Hill Architects), the central front door opens to a vast entrance hall with macrocarpa ceiling. Set on beautifully landscaped 1,227 sqm grounds and featuring a separate self-contained guest house and stand-alone garage, this unforgettable residence has been painstakingly renovated for contemporary living.

American White Oak flooring flows through the living spaces, which are set across two wings so that entertaining areas can be separated from family living if required. A magnificent high-spec kitchen, proportioned to cater effortlessly for larger gatherings, is flanked by a breakfast nook and a relaxed living and dining area with log-burner and French doors to northwest-facing outdoor living. Across the entrance hall lies an impressive formal lounge with gas fire, multiple doors to the terrace and archways through to a more intimate space, currently utilised as an office/library. A separate media room and gym (or 5th bedroom) with a connecting luxurious bathroom with a sauna is on this level, plus a relaxing lounge space and kitchenette upstairs, further extend the living options. The master bedroom features a WIR and luxurious ensuite plus a relaxing lounge and wet bar, while three more bedrooms (one with ensuite and WIR) and an additional bathroom is located on this level. The guest house is fully self-contained with kitchen, living, bedroom with WIR and ensuite and intimate garden.

Zoned for Elmwood School, Heaton Intermediate, Boys High, Girls High and Burnside High, with private schools nearby, educational options are impressive. Stroll to a local cafe or Mona Vale gardens, or walk/drive to nearby Merivale Mall, Hagley Park or the central city. Don't miss your opportunity to own a home that will exceed all expectations.

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