Located on a private and commanding site overlooking Purakaunui, this replica English cottage enjoys stunning coastal, ocean and mountain views. Completed in 1981, this craftsman built three bedroom home is constructed of double brick and timber, with a Monier tile roof.

The ground floor features a chef’s kitchen, lounge and dining area as well as a paneled entrance hall and spacious laundry and hallway. There is extensive use of exposed brick, half-timbering and massive beams. Heating is by a Jetmaster style feature fireplace, a Norwegian log burner and a heat pump. Upstairs, the three large bedrooms and bathroom also feature polished wood floors and beamed and timbered ceilings. Two bedrooms have access to a small deck.

The section is split into two level areas with mature woodland in between. Above the main house is a large lawn, with several raised beds and larger vegetable plots. At this level there is also a lap pool and spa bath as well as a spacious workshop and utility room, which could be used as a sleepout.

The house is surrounded by another lawn, rose gardens and a formal English knot garden. There is also a single garage and room for several other vehicles.

This remarkable property is set on a quiet cul-de-sac backing on to farmland; facing North it enjoys all-day sun as well as the magnificent views. Purakaunui is about 12 minutes from Port Chalmers, along a quiet and scenic country road and about 25 minutes from the University.