Property listing ID: 461034
A very special and unique property, ideally positioned on an elevated north facing, sheltered 2.2 acres. The current owners have lovingly created their own private "Garden of Eden" with 30 olive trees and an abundant orchard. Organic fruit abound with over 26 different varieties plus free range duck and chook eggs, all well sought after at the local farmers market. There is also a large vegetable garden complete with a small propagating tunnel house and a small cloche area. A waterproof shed for the mower and garden tools is nearby. The balance of the land is in lawn, easily maintained with a ride on mower. The well appointed 11 year old home has 4 bedrooms and is built over 2 levels, the upper level consisting of a large double internal access garage, 2 double and 1 single bedroom and the main bathroom. The lower level hosts a spacious combined lounge, dining and kitchen area. Outdoor flow to a sunny patio area is accessed off the lounge. The master bedroom with ensuite and walk in wardrobe, is down the hallway along with a family room, both with outdoor access to the patio. The family room has a stunning paneled leadlight entrance way depicting a rural scene, bringing the outdoors inside for your pleasure. A large storage cupboard is located off this hallway which wraps itself around the internal staircase, ideal for a wine cellar. The bathrooms are modern and tiled, the kitchen generous and well equipped with all the mod cons a cook could want, including a butler's pantry, dishwasher and gas hob and dual ovens. The kitchen has its own hot water cylinder and the rest of the hot water heating is taken care of with a Rinnai Gas heating system. While this property is ideally suited to raising a family, it would also suit a more mature couple with ideas of running a bed and breakfast outfit, or for those wanting a healthy organic lifestyle. The Kaukapakapa 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 30mins 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. Kaukapakapa 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 , Helensville Residential Sales (Helensville)