Magnificent Country Estate
London Plane trees and Poplars leads into the courtyard of the magnificent French inspired rural residence. The absolute authenticity of this architecturally designed home, built using the finest materials, is without question. Well established formal hedgerows envelop the professionally landscaped gardens which lead to expansive vistas.
Copses of mature trees surround serene ponds which are home to heirloom water lilies, frogs and an abundance of bird life. Private and secluded, this country home sits north facing amongst rolling countryside just 30 minutes from central Auckland.
The exterior is solid masonry, with copper gutters and down pipes, the roof being imported Marseilles tiles. The double entrance foyer introduces the interior with its flagstone floors and high ceilings.
French doors and sash windows invite the maximum of sunshine and light into this fabulous home. A substantial stone staircase leads to the upper floor, where the master suite with walk-in dressing room, second bedroom with en suite dressing room, and the study are located.
On this level functioning wooden shutters filter the summer sunlight. The generous living spaces are all perfectly appointed, and have been built by craftsmen with meticulous attention to detail.
The absolute tranquility of this estate allows one to unwind from the world, and take advantage of the beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. Every window offers a different glimpse of rural living at its very best.
The kitchen, family room, formal living room and large bedroom/en suite on the ground floor all have their own access on to the gardens. The rear courtyard is home to the perfect organic potager garden with raised vegetable boxes.
With cedar joinery throughout, European hardware and light fittings, large stone open fireplace and under floor heating, the consistent quality of this home speaks for itself. Adjoining the main residence is three car garaging and the implement room (or 4th garage), which provides internal access from the house to the stables and tack room.
Located above this area are further living quarters with open plan living spaces, private balcony, and its own bathroom, complete with cast iron bath, - perfect for guests, teenagers or a nanny. The homestead is surrounded by 10 post and rail fenced grazing paddocks, approx 3 acres of native bush with a stream running through it.
A 40 x 20 dressage arena and stockyards complete this very desirable property. The absolute tranquility of established country life, together with the close proximity to schools, Albany, and Auckland CBD, allows this property to meet the requirements of the most discerning of owners.
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