A unique opportunity to own this beautifully modernised character home, set on an established, and very private smaller block (8,131m2 2acres). Featuring landscaped gardens; sheltered BBQ area; lawn tennis court, and plenty of room for pets. There are two outbuildings with power to laundry; large workshop; two open bays for extra storage, and garaging for 3 cars. Inside are 5 large bedrooms: 3 king size (main WIR) and 2 luxury bathrooms. The modern kitchen is light, open and engaging, featuring a large breakfast island, gas hob, wall oven and includes a heat pump and a log fire for heating the house. The open plan living and dining area looks out over the garden and flows thru to the conservatory which offers alfresco or enclosed dining and is perfect for entertaining; or you can escape to the cosy separate family/TV room with its own heat pump. All EQC work is complete. The property is on the Ashley water scheme which includes 1 unit of water (1800L per day). Both Sefton and Ashley primary schools are included in the zoning (joint boundary) as well as Rangiora High school with buses available. With only a 10 minute drive to Rangiora this property is perfectly situated for a country lifestyle. By negotiation over $600,000.