If your idea of luxury looks less like excess and more like connection - to nature, to craft, to calm - this coastal hideaway may be exactly what you’ve been waiting for.

Tucked into a character-rich community just moments from the sea, this special lifestyle dwelling offers something refreshingly different. It is compact in scale but rich in personality, designed for people who value individuality, simplicity and living a little closer to the elements.

Inside, the space feels warm and expressive, layered with timber textures, natural light and thoughtful details that give the home its sense of soul. The kitchen and dining area sit comfortably at the centre, inviting slow meals, conversation and everyday rituals. Open shelving, wood finishes and a practical layout make the space as functional as it is charming, while the adjoining living area opens directly to the garden, blurring the line between indoors and out.

Two bedrooms provide relaxed, private retreats, each with good light and a calm feel that suits both full-time living and weekend escapes. The bathroom too, offers modern convenience without losing the home’s eclectic vibe.

The fully fenced garden has been carefully shaped into a series of inviting zones, with a paved entertaining area, fire pit, lawn space and pockets for sitting, growing, or gathering. A separate studio-style outbuilding adds flexibility, ideal as a creative workspace, guest overflow, or quiet retreat. There’s also a dedicated workshop and storage shed and solar panels on the roof that support efficient living and lower running costs.

From here, you’re just moments from Wakanui Beach, where morning walks, open horizons and sea air become part of daily life. Coastal tracks invite slow exploration, while Ashburton’s town centre sits an easy drive away for cafés, services and everyday essentials. It's a great fit for downsizers, creatives or buyers seeking a coastal base with genuine character.

For more information or to arrange your viewing, contact Manu Otene.