178 Blandswood Road, Peel Forest, Timaru

Set right in the heart of the Peel Forest village on an iconic kiwi quarter acre (1012m2) section this two-bedroom weatherboard cottage is an ideal property to create years of family memories. Just a hop, step and jump to the many forest walks and picnic areas that are in the area and 20 minutes to Geraldine. A lovely compact home with a sunny living area that opens out to a large back deck, great for summer bbq's. The verandah out the front offers a nice alternative for shade or shelter from the rain. The kitchen, although original has plenty of storage and a large central area that could be used for dining. Off the kitchen is the bathroom with a shower, vanity, and toilet. There are two bedrooms at the front of the home one double and one large single and at the back, there is a little hobbies/office room. For heating and cooling, there is a floor console heat pump plus a log burner for the winter evenings. A nice, private setting with the established shrubs and trees and there is a woodshed, garden shed, carport, and a two container shelter. Plenty of back lawn area for children to run around or pets to exercise. A great little home for small families, or to be used as a holiday home getaway. Price guide for this property, offers over $349,000.

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If you are looking to escape and switch off from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and get more connected to nature, you are going to absolutely LOVE this fantastic section and cabin! Located in Blandswood of Peel Forest near the very top of Lookout Road, on your left just past the start of the Peel Forest tracks is this private hideaway. The 918m2 (more or less) section is bursting with beautiful native bush, encouraging an abundance of gorgeous bird song. At the top of the sloping section there is a cleared flat building platform (that could easily be extended with poles) containing a well-constructed fully insulated 3.6m x 2.8m2 cabin, that with additional shade sail structures attached to each end provides an easy care, off the grid escape for the current owners. You also get to enjoy the sounds of a stream that flows though the low point of the section before it rises again. There is direct vehicle access onto the section making it suitable for relocated dwellings and caravans, and two power connection options - one on the sections boundary and another on the entrance to the neighbouring section. With the idyllic Peel Forest Village nearby this section offer numerous opportunities to establish your very own piece of Peel Forest paradise. Peel Forest appeals to outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, with ancient podocarp forests, rural expanses and rivers all nestled at the foot of Mount Peel, with its first peak Little Mount Peel being an iconic day walk. The village is just a 20minute drive from Geraldine, and has a Cafe & Bar, a camping ground and an outdoor recreation centre. Popular activities include camping, tramping, rafting and kayaking on the nearby Rangitata and Orari rivers, and four-wheel-driving to nearby Lord of the Rings film locations. With a permanent resident population of approximately 160 you really can escape the rat race. Deadline Sale (no prior offers) closing Wednesday the 9th of February at 12noon. Price guide is 'Offers over $165,000'

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Peel Forest is a great little community, nestled at the foot of the majestic Mount Peel and only a 20-minute drive from Geraldine, and less than a 2 hour drive from Christchurch. The area is well known for outdoor recreation, including a multitude of bush tracks providing stunning native flora, fauna, and views. On offer at 1188 Peel Forest Road is a fantastic 1159m2'must see' back section property, that is tucked away providing maximum privacy and rural views, while being just a stones throw from the local village which centres around the Green Man Cafe and Bar amongst other amenities. The property comprises of a repurposed versatile garage that now provides a double carport, a workshop, and three internal rooms currently fitted out as an office and hobby areas, all separate from the main home catering for a range of different potential uses. The 70m2 home has two double bedrooms with one opening out to the front veranda. The open plan kitchen, dining, living area flows effortlessly to an extensive covered and sheltered outdoor living area making summer entertaining a breeze. A separate toilet and well-equipped combined bathroom/laundry complete the home, which is heated by a free-standing Metro log burner and a brand new heat pump ideal for keeping you cool on those hotter days. Price Guide Offers over $445,000. There is also an opportunity to acquire the adjacent section Lot 3 (1106m2) in conjunction but not separately for $625,000+.

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