Offers Over $1,150,000

This individually designed 250sqm split-level home in Ruby Bay Heights offers tranquility along with a high level of comfort to its occupants. Completed in 2009 and comfortably settled on 9782sqm of landscaped grounds, this residence skilfully hugs the contours of the land and has a thoughtful floor plan, providing easy living if there's just the two of you, along with good privacy for when your family or guests come to stay. The upper floor comprises a large living zone with a lounge, dining area, a chic kitchen and patio doors opening onto the sunny decks. Also on this level are the media room, the stylish master suite, a study or fourth bedroom, plus ample storage closets. The 'idle level' features two queen sized bedrooms, a family bathroom, a separate toilet and a well appointed laundry, on the ground floor is the elegant entrance foyer and double garage. In winter the home is deliciously warm, as it's double glazed, has solar hot water and a pellet fired central heating system which feeds the underfloor heating. For the summer, throw open the patio doors and live al fresco on the decks. Whatever the weather brings this home is ideal for entertaining; as in addition to the great 'flow', there's a surround sound system enabling you to play your music both inside and outside the house. The simple neutral decor and stylish fixtures and fittings provide an ideal backdrop to your own choice in furnishings, enabling you to shift in and settle quickly. The property's location is also divine; offering rural serenity in a small community, with the advantage of being only a few minutes' drive to State Highway 60 for an easy commute into Richmond or Motueka. Outdoor types will love the property's proximity to Mapua, the Tasman Cycle Trail and the beaches, whilst for 'home birds', pottering in the easy care grounds, cooking in the chef's kitchen or simply relax on the deck and enjoy the view of the bay. What a life!