Escape from the mundane and discover the extraordinary in one of New Zealand's premier food and wine growing regions. Just 45 minutes north of Christchurch is a home of timeless elegance perfectly positioned upon the landscaped site. Constructed in Hebel and colour steel the home wraps around an entrance courtyard where imposing double doors lead into the dining hall with polished concrete floors and raised ceilings. The dining hall connects the living areas, enabling large gatherings with ease. All the living rooms face north and open to the gardens, achieving seamless indoor-outdoor during the long hot summers. An open fire in the formal lounge provides a warming reassurance and a touch of romance in winter. The library provides a retreat for reading, writing or quiet contemplation. In the kitchen, granite work surfaces and superior appliances enable foodies to prepare their own flavor-some meals using homegrown ingredients stored in the expansive scullery. In the east wing, the superb main suite features a separate dressing room, and doors to an east-facing terrace. The bathroom offers an indulgent experience with twin basins, large shower and opulent bathtub. A second bedroom with semi-ensuite mirrors the outdoor flow. A further two double bedrooms in the west wing each have en-suite bathrooms and both open to a spacious lounge with a kitchenette, designed as private annex for family or friends. A separate office allows the convenience of working from home. An inviting solar heated, salt-water swimming pool with pool house is positioned between the house and a separate guest cottage. The simply delightful cottage has two double bedrooms, each with own luxurious bathrooms and a charming open-plan living room with full kitchen facilities. For the practicalities of lifestyle living; a 3-bay barn and automated irrigation system ensure this beautifully landscaped property is easy care.

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