McHughs Road, Swannanoa, Canterbury

Offering a relaxed rural lifestyle in Mandeville/Ohoka in a resort-style setting, this superb country estate fondly known as "Brook Gardens" will appeal to buyers seeking standout country living within half an hour of the city. Architecturally stunning in its timeless simplicity and constructed from beautiful Oamaru stone, the 290sqm (approx.) home offers four bedrooms, and has recently undergone an extensive internal refurbishment, plus many external improvements.

Living spaces are interconnected and encompass both family and formal living areas, a formal dining room and a brand-new kitchen. Fresh paint work and new flooring is pleasing to the eye, while total comfort is assured with double-glazing throughout, complemented by a new log burner and ducted gas heating.

From the cherry blossom lined driveway to the extensive vegetable garden, every aspect of the magnificent, 1.25-hectare grounds has been thoughtfully executed and meticulously maintained. Featuring mature specimen trees, established plantings within automatically irrigated beds, expansive outdoor entertaining zones, a flood-lit tennis court and an inground swimming pool, there are numerous opportunities for relaxation, play and entertainment. Two fenced paddocks, a glasshouse, berry cage, and compost bins will set you on the path to self-sufficiency, while a private bore plus access to two cubic metres per day from the Mandeville water scheme ensures productivity.

Triple car garaging, a two-bay workshop and camera-monitored security gates complete this private, secure retreat. Located approximatley 25 minutes from Christchurch International Airport and a few minutes’ walk from the Mandeville retail area, and with all amenities on site, the property lends itself to many uses: remarkable family home, secluded rural sanctuary or B&B accommodation.

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