26 Herbert Street, Kihikihi, Waipa, Waikato

When I showed the current owners of this special property through almost 10 years ago it was definitely not what they were looking to buy, but this home has a way of capturing your heart. Now, after enjoying the abundant character and history for almost a decade, they are relocating so Ripsaw Cottage is available for someone else to fall in love with.

While they've been here, my sellers have done a super extension to add a third bedroom, laundry area, sauna and double garage - plus added an ensuite to the second bedroom. These renovations have been done by the builder who lovingly brought back to life the old school house many years ago, so the new part of the house is sympathetically done to blend in with the older part to make this a truly practical home.

It's the attention to detail that has made this property special and wherever you look there's a nod to its past with beautiful timber work and age appropriate fixtures - from the bespoke kitchen through to the bathrooms and even the polished brass door handles. The gardens offer good outdoor entertaining spaces and the mature trees bring in the birds for your enjoyment.

If you're looking for something just a little bit special then come and visit this amazing property - it may just capture your heart like it did for the current owner.