Designed by architect Min Hall, thoughtful consideration has been given to every aspect of this simply stunning home with high stud living areas, Matai flooring, double glazing, solar power, ducted heating and for added ambiance, an open fire. Wide entries and a long central hallway create a sense of scale with magnificent built-in shelving for displaying your treasured books and objet d’art and the stylishly timeless and highly functional kitchen, complete with butler's scullery, provides a wonderful heart to the home.

With three double bedrooms plus a spacious office or fourth bedroom, two bathrooms plus a guest powder room, the home offers the versatility of a separate guest wing which is currently utilised as an Airbnb. Indoor-outdoor living is seamless with the wraparound verandah extending the home into the beautiful setting, perfect for entertaining and enjoying the gorgeous views across the lawn to the inlet. A pathway at the bottom of the garden leads directly to the estuary for kayaking/paddle boarding.

Positioned on an elevated site on the edge of the Waimea Estuary, the home enjoys a true sense of ‘arrival’ via the long sweeping driveway lined with mature trees opening onto rolling lawns, established gardens and magnificent views. The orchard features a huge variety of fruit trees, there are multiple garden sheds, plenty of parking and the beautiful cottage garden completes a ‘picture perfect’ environment. An easy distance from both Richmond and Mapua, this is a truly unique lifestyle property.