Property listing ID: 443961
Ian and Brenda built their spacious board and batten home 8 years ago and strategically placed it with a north facing aspect to take advantage of the wide rural outlook, all day sun and to oversee the grazing stock. The time has come for them to downsize the farm and look for a smaller lifestyle. The 243m2 house has 3 double bedrooms, 1 single bedroom and 2 bathrooms over 2 levels. The ground level comprises of the main open plan living area with a cosy Kent fireplace and effortless flow to wrap around paved patio areas, main bathroom and 3 of the bedrooms plus a large bedsit ideal for granny or extended family. Upstairs, has a 2nd lounge, bedroom and full bathroom. This is an ideal retreat for teens, or a sprightly granny. An HRV Ventilation system pushes healthy air throughout the home. The spacious laundry/utility area is an added bonus for busy farm life. A carport complete the wonderful home package. The 118 acres (47.8 ha) of level fertile pasture has been well looked after by Ian over the years. It is well fenced into 27 paddocks with a central race. Features include bore water, 2 sets of stock yards, open shearing shed and a 4 bay implement shed with concrete floor. The property is a good little income earner with 100 bales of silage and 42 large round bales of hay cut each year. Currently being operated as a contract grazing block with other opportunities including calf rearing, run off for beef fattening, grazing or horticulture with glass/plastic houses. This is an ideal farm for those wanting a bigger slice of land, only 5kms from Helensville and 5kms from Kaukapakapa. Come along and view at the open homes or by appointment and see for yourself what this wonderful property has on offer! The Helensville District features rural and coastal villages yet it is only 40 minutes drive north from Auckland CBD. The region is historically a farming area and is popular for equestrian activity, local crafts, excellent dining, cycling, walking, fishing and boating with beautiful Muriwai Beach 20mins away and the Kaipara Harbour at our doorstep. The area is popular with families of school-age children, with several good pre-school, primary and secondary schools and is on the main bus route for many of Auckland's private schools further a field. Helensville is close to many recreational opportunities which tend to be outdoor orientated. The Woodhill forest offers many horse riding, walking and biking tracks. Beautiful Muriwai Beach attracts people from all over Auckland it is popular for its surf, hang gliding and gannet walks. The surrounding boutique vineyards offer excellent dining. We have three golf courses within close proximity.
Listed by Barfoot & Thompson , Kerry King (Helensville)