899 Downs Road, Eyrewell, Waimakariri

This delightful property comprises a substantial 330m2, four bedroom home on approximately 6000m2 of free draining soil, just a short distance from the Eyre River with opportunities to ride horses or motorbikes for long distances with no traffic or stock. The home is well built, with brick exterior and a Colorsteel roof. This property would be an entertainer's delight with a huge kitchen dining area opening through to a large family room with a log-burner with wetback, which in turn can be opened up to a separate lounge with mountain views, unobstructed by buildings. There is excellent flow to a sheltered barbeque area from the family room, as well as direct access from the lounge to the west. Established gardens and many specimen trees afford shelter and privacy. The four bedrooms are large doubles with the master having an ensuite and walk-in robe. As well as the family bathroom with a spa bath, there is a separate toilet, shower, and separate laundry. The three car garage is large at approximately 9m x 7.5m. There are many features including six year old Mitsubishi inverter ducted central heating and air conditioning in all living rooms, as well as the log-burner in the family room. Recent improvements include new woolen carpet throughout, a new hot water cylinder, LED lights, and the septic tank has cleaned out, serviced and has a new pump. For all the toys, a 9m x 13.5m three bay barn, one bay of which is lockable, is near the house. In addition to the house block, the separate 4 hectare block could be extra grazing, provide hay, or be leased to a neighbouring farmer. The land is all free draining silt loam and stony silt loam. There is a share in an irrigation water consent available, if required.

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Attractive small irrigated farm. 40 hectares in two separate titles, 20 hectares each. Currently rearing calves in a 95 x 18 metre "Smart Shelter", constructed in 2017. 2000 calves reared yearly plus 80 R2s. The shelter holds 900 calves. Irrigated by K Line irrigation 21 litres per second. Various sheds including hayshed x 2, milk mixing shed, workshop, cattle yards with load out race. The farm has a central race running North/South. All paddocks have been re-grassed in recent times. The two story family home was built in the 1990s, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open plan kitchen/dining, with separate living room. Heated by gas fire, fire place and two heat pumps. Mature private grounds surround the dwelling. Schooling , West Eyreton School and Oxford Area School. Deadline sale closing 4pm 28th February 2022 (unless sold prior) Possession date 31st July 2022

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*** Auction onsite 22nd October 2021 at 2:00pm *** This unique property has so many options. Accommodate large/extended family with ease, rent one of the two dwellings or use as a total investment property and grow your portfolio. The possibilities are endless, but the opportunity won't last! Inside, this energy efficient 'Banks Peninsula' earth-brick home, you will enjoy the comforts of double glazing, antique cast iron radiators, solar power generation and storage. An outstanding, highly functional kitchen with a coal/wood stove supplies the home with ample electricity and hot water. Substantial dining and living areas and a nearby office, all have a practical and welcoming ambience. The home boasts three large bedrooms, downstairs is the first bedroom with a character laundry, family bathroom and toilet, up an antique spiral rimu staircase are a further two bedrooms with views of the Torlesse Ranges. A separate well maintained two bedroom fully self-contained cottage with two car garaging and secure fencing provides extra accommodation for friends or family, or as a source of potential income. Storage for machinery or leisure items is provided by a 'powered' three-bay shed with two open bays. One is enclosed and has a bar/entertaining area, ideal as a sports or cocktail bar separate from the dwellings. Established shelterbelts and sun-soaked grounds create a charming setting for raising your own stock, gardening, and putting your own touches to this property. Interested parties are advised to act quickly. Call me now for more information. MUST SELL AT AUCTION

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