32 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa, Banks Peninsula, Canterbury

Located just a short walk from the waterfront, bars, cafes and shops, this beautifully presented home in a gorgeous, picturesque setting is an ideal Akaroa escape or desirable permanent residence.

With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, the main dwelling offers excellent configuration options depending on your circumstances. Currently enjoyed for family holidays, when it's not occupied by its owners, the home has considerable upside with its proven track record as a night-by-night rental that encompasses an amazing consented one bedroom studio that offers two potential income streams.

Originally built in the 1980s and then considerably improved in the early 2000s with double garaging and the studio addition, this is a home you can simply move straight into and enjoy. Its beautiful street appeal blends the property in with ease amongst a selection of Akaroa's famous heritage cottages.

Downstairs the interconnected kitchen and dining area plus adjoining separate living room, open out through multiple sets of sliding doors to the front garden and verandah or to the sheltered, private and lush courtyard garden that is perfect for barbecues with friends.

The upstairs studio space is a stylish retreat that is a desirable over night stay for paying or visiting guests and has its own bathroom, double bedroom and large lounge that opens to a sun-drenched private deck. This could also be the ultimate work from home space or teenagers retreat.

The home is completed by its secure and easily accessible double garage and additional off-street parking that is a must for buyers with boats and extra vehicles.

Available publicly for the first time in approximately 40 years, this an outstanding opportunity to secure a fabulous Akaroa home that comes with additional investment upside.

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