44 Phillips Street, Tikokino, Central Hawkes Bay

Never before has the desire for idyllic living in a quaint rural village been so strong. So if you're wanting to take a step back from the hustle and bustle of city life, to create not just a home but a new way of life where you know your neighbours and sense of community is real - then this could just be the opportunity you have waiting for. This 1286m2 (0.318 of an acre) STS bareland section is nestled within the village of Tikokino, an easy 15 minute drive to Waipawa to the east or 35 minute drive to Hastings to the north. Tikokino was founded in the 1860's and is renowned for its historical origins when it began as a sawmilling centre for local forests and later a service town for the farms that took their place. Now days Tiko (as it is known amongst the locals) just has a thriving rural primary school and popular Sawyers Arm country tavern. Covenants apply but a second hand relocatable dwelling is permitted. Purchasers are required to install their own water collection, septic system, power connection and vehicle crossing.

Buyers $175,000+

Set amongst a beautiful country garden in the heart of Tikokino, this farmhouse-style three bedroom home on a 3237m2 section is a very special property. Whether you are yearning for a quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle or somewhere to live a more sustainable lifestyle, this gorgeous spot offers many lifestyle options with a lovely home, extensive shedding and country gardens. There is so much here to fall in love with. Through the cute sunshine yellow door, you are welcomed to the open plan kitchen, dining and living area. The kitchen has an electric stove and rangehood and a fabulous barn style door to the garden. There is a heat pump and a woodburner in the living area and the house is well insulated. There are three good sized bedrooms and the bathroom has a claw foot bath positioned in the window so you have a view of the garden, a separate shower, vanity and toilet. The bathroom and laundry are combined which is a great use of space and there is good storage. There is a lot on offer here outside with a large assortment of sheds, a fantastic workshop with it's own toilet, potting shed, tunnel house, a fully lined cabin with power which would make a cute home office or artist studio. The gardens are substantial and you could easily be sufficient growing your own fruit and vegetables with the passionfruit vines, berries, fruit trees, garden beds and tunnel house. Water comes via a well which goes to a holding tank and the roof water is collected for the garden and there is a septic system. They will even throw in the ride on mower so you are all set to go with your new life in popular Tikokino.

Buyers $629,000+

Nothing beats living in a community where you know your neighbours, where the kids can bike along the wide grass verges around the quiet streets to their mates, local primary school or community tennis courts just up the road. So why don't you take a 15 minute drive from Waipawa or 35 minute drive from Hastings through the countryside to the small rural community of Tikokino and here within this idyllic rural village you will find this very comfortable, tastefully refurbished family home. Sited on a good old fashioned quarter acre (1012m2) section with double garage and large lawn to the rear complete with chicken coop and the most fantastic vegetable gardens. Inside is a combined kitchen and dining with separate lounge heated with both a wood burner and heat pump. All three bedrooms are double in size with a large main bathroom in new condition. The house has been well maintained including having repainted the exterior just last year. If village living sounds just what you're after, then this is an opportunity not to be missed!

Buyers $575,000+