334 Davis Road, Cust, Waimakariri, Canterbury

Wheakohia te tihi o te hoahoanga i whakanohoia ki runga i tētahi whenua whānui 17.244-heketea, me ngā tirohanga e ai ki tāu e mōhio ai i tētahi whare okiokinga papai e rima-whetū. Kua hangaia tēnei kāinga e te kaihoahoa toa, e Cymon Allfrey, kia whai i ngā āhuatanga tūturu o te taiao e karapoti ana, e tuku ana i ngā tirohanga manawa reka ki runga i te awa o Ashley, ngā pukepuke me ngā maunga kōpaka kei tua.

I te taenga atu ki roto, ka pōwhiritia koe e tētahi hōro whakamīharo, he tohu tūturu o te hoahoanga. Ka whai tonu tēnei wāhi i te āhua o te whenua, e whakatakoto ana i te kōhauhau mō te hoahoa ahurei me te ātaahua e kitea ana puta noa i te kāinga. Ko te ngākau o te kāinga ko te kīhini whānui, kua rite ki ngā taputapu Bosch kounga teitei, tae atu ki ngā oumu e rua, he kōhanga hau nui, he pouaka waina, me tētahi pouaka whakamātao rahi rua. Ehara tēnei kīhini i te mea noa iho engari he mea hoahoa mō te hunga e aroha ana ki te manaaki me te koa ki ngā mea papai o te ao. Kua āta whakamaherehia te rama puta noa i te kāinga, e whakanui ana i te huru o ia rūma ahakoa te wā o te rā, ahakoa te wā o te tau.

Ko ngā wāhi noho ka kīkī i te māramatanga nā ngā matapihi whānui e anga raki me ngā tatau reti, e hanga ana i tētahi huru mahana, pōwhiri hoki. He ahi hau rua-taha te pokapū, e whakamahana ana i ngā wāhi noho e rua, i te wā e whakarato ana te whakamahana papa i te whakamarie puta noa i ngā marama mātao.

Kua hoahoatia te kāinga huri noa i tētahi pātio pērā i te wāhi tapu, tino pai mō ngā hākari pāpara kai o te raumati me te manaaki manuhiri i waho. He tino tohu o te rawa ko te urunga tika atu ki te Awa o Ashley mā tētahi ara kirikiri, he ngāwari ki te koa ki ngā mahi tākaro o te rohe.

Kua wehea te whenua ki ngā taiapa e ono, ia taiapa he pūnaha wai ake. Ko ngā tāpaetanga i te taha rori me ngā rawa tata e tiaki ana i tō muna, e hanga ana i tētahi wāhi mokemoke e rite ana ki te mawhiti i ngā pōraruraru o te ao hurihuri.

Kei Cust e hēkona noa atu, ko Rangiora he taraiwa ngāwari 15 meneti, ā, ko te Taunga Rererangi o Ōtautahi he haerenga 35 meneti noa iho - he uaua ki te kitea he rawa o tēnei momo rangatira me te whai wāhi ki ngā mea katoa e tika ana mō te oranga, i roto i ngā tirohanga whakahirahira o tō tātou rohe.

Ēhara tēnei rawa i te kāinga noa iho; he wāhi mokemoke - he wāhi e tutaki ai te papai o nāianei ki te marino o te taiao, e tuku ana i tētahi āhua noho kāore e rite ki tētahi atu.

Rāhui: 4pm, Rāpare 21 Whiringa-ā-rangi 2024, Ray White Rangiora, Taumata 1, 188 High Street, Rangiora (mena kāore i hokona i mua).

334 Davis Road, Cust, Waimakariri, Canterbury Architectural Retreat, Endless Serenity

Experience the pinnacle of architectural design set on a sprawling 17.244-hectare estate with views you would be more accustomed to experiencing at a 5-star luxury retreat.

This residence is thoughtfully crafted by award-winning architect Cymon Allfrey to follow the natural contours of its surroundings, offering breathtaking views over the Ashley river, foothills, and snow capped mountains beyond.

From the moment you step inside, you're greeted by a remarkable hallway that serves as a true architectural highlight. This space seamlessly follows the contour of the land, setting the tone for the unique design and elegance found throughout the home.

The heart of the home is the spacious kitchen, equipped with top-tier Bosch appliances, including two ovens, a large gas cooktop, a wine fridge, and a double-sized refrigerator. This kitchen is not just functional but is designed for those who love to entertain and enjoy the finer things in life. The lighting throughout the home is meticulously planned, enhancing each room's ambiance no matter the time of day or season.

The living areas bask in light thanks to the expansive north-facing windows and sliding doors, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A double-sided gas fireplace serves as the centrepiece, providing cosy warmth to both living spaces, while underfloor heating ensures comfort throughout the cooler months.

The home is designed around a tranquil, sanctuary-like patio, perfect for summer barbecues and outdoor entertaining. An absolute highlight of the property is the direct access to Ashley River via a shingle laneway, making it easy to enjoy the natural recreation of the area.

The acreage is divided into six paddocks, each with its own water trough. Hedging along the road and neighbouring properties ensures your privacy, creating a serene retreat that feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle.

With Cust only minutes away, Rangiora an easy 15 minute drive, and Christchurch Airport a mere 35 minute commute - you would be hard pressed to find a property of such class with such accessibility to all of life's necessities, nestled amidst one of the most spectacular views of our region.

This property isn't just a home; it's a retreat - a place where modern luxury meets the tranquillity of nature, offering an unparalleled lifestyle.