Wonderful countryside home built with a nod to tradition but its modern aesthetic is definitely the shining star. Built in a U-shape, in the eastern wing are 3 ensuite bedrooms, each with their own heatpump/airconditioning as well as a private patio area. There is also a large separate living area with a jetmaster open fire & heat pump. Bi-fold doors open to the central courtyard which provides the perfect spot for an alfresco meal or sipping a glass of local wine whilst soaking in the large spa pool under a star filled night sky. The large kitchen/dining room is in the heart of the home & is well appointed, informal & relaxed. Heated by a large jetmaster fire or heatpump for convenience. This fabulous space also opens to the central courtyard as well as a formal, high stud entrance hall - off which is a handy study or office. The western wing includes 2 ensuite bedrooms, sunny living area with a private patio that looks over farmland to the Western Hills. Plenty of storage, a large laundry area & double garage are also on this side of the home. The property has many sustainability features including 7.5kw solar panels, an on-site waste water system which drip feeds treated water into the garden; four water tanks which hold a capacity of 110,000 litres of rain water, double glazing throughout as well as wool insulation in the walls & roof cavity. 2 acres of gardens, full of NZ native plants, fruit trees & colour, attracting all manor of birdlife. Gardens have been planted using permaculture principles and are now very well established & very beautiful. Situated on 10 acres of lush farmland in three paddocks - there is extra garaging plus workshop, woodshed, chicken shed & a designer animal shelter (for the alpacas) with it's own water tank.
Currently operating as a Five Star Lodge offering boutique accommodation, only 15 minutes drive from Masterton, Ca