944 Mangatarere Valley Road, West Taratahi, Carterton

'Rose Cottage' located on the popular stretch of rural road between Carterton and Masterton merges beautiful heritage features with 21st century luxuries. This 4 bedroom home (perfect for a BnB), once a popular Taupo honey shop, was relocated in the 90s then extended, renovated, and has been meticulously maintained ever since. The home is situated on 3 hectares over-looking your own vines, gorgeous garden and grazing paddocks. Entry to the home is via the traditional covered veranda where you'll sit with a coffee admiring your beautiful rural slice of heaven. On entry, the open plan kitchen/dining/lounge spaces awes with the traditional high stud making the home feel light and spacious but with a touch of modern class. The space is easily heated with both a large woodburner and heatpump. The open plan kitchen with breakfast bar is excellent for entertaining with plenty of useable space, storage, and high-spec appliances. The breakfast bar makes dinners collaborative and entertaining easy. The four bedrooms are a good size, with ample storage, light and bright and situated away from the central living space making them quiet for young children and guests. The master bedroom, with ensuite and walk in wardrobe, is beautifully modern but with a traditional feel. Each bedroom has beautiful garden views. There is a large shower in the main bathroom and light streams in through the skylight in the extra high stud. The cottage sits nestled amongst an array of established flowers and shrubs that change colour with the seasons. Become a hobby vintner with your own small vineyard on the property. Chester Road is a popular location for lifestyle blocks with horse riding and Mt Holdsworth on your door step. A short drive to Carterton or Masterton will suit commuters and those seeking a peaceful rural retreat of a manageable size close to town. Contact one of the team for further information or let us welcome you through the next open home.

Deadline Sale

Nestled up in the beautiful and peaceful Mangatarere Valley, surrounded by native bush and constant birdsong, you'll find this little piece of paradise just waiting for its next loving owners. Built in 2008, this American Barn style house has four bedrooms, including the huge master room on the top floor. From here you can step out onto a private balcony, a great spot to enjoy a book or simply sit and reflect on how lucky you are to live in such an idyllic spot. Well insulated and double glazed, the house is beautifully warm and comfy in winter, with a wood burner/cooker providing plenty of heat. Power is supplied by a high-spec system consisting of 8 solar panels, generator and small hydro system all feeding into a new sealed maintenance free battery bank in its own power shed. The current owners have found this more than adequate for their needs. There's some finishing work to be done inside and out, so the opportunity is ripe to stamp your own touches on the property. With a bit of landscaping outside and decorating inside this wonderful 4.85 ha rural retreat will be complete. For your own private viewing, call Jillayne McGregor or Stephen Penn or we look forward to seeing you at the open days.

By Negotiation

Be immediately enchanted by the cottage appeal that this lovely lifestyle property offers. Sitting proudly on 1.5 ha of flat land, and north facing to capture maximum sun, there is an instant feel of yesteryear as you approach this property. Comprising three large bedrooms with original high ceilings, the central lounge with polished native rimu flooring is warmed by a cozy log burner. This area flows seamlessly through to the refurbished kitchen complete with a central island with rimu top, new kitchen cabinetry and appliances. What a space to prepare those tasty kiwi classics and deliver out to the north/west facing deck area that then steps down the newly formed patio. A perfect space to gather around the brazier on those cooler summer evenings. The good sized separate wash house and bath room both contribute to the functionality of the home. Infrastructure on this property is second to none. A consented four bay pole shed with horse stable, wash down area and holding facilities for the horses are top notch. The separate double garage with remote door (permitted) and sleep out (unpermitted) is perfect for the teenager or visitor. Located central to both Masterton and Carterton all the boxes are ticked!

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