Designed by renowned architect Richard Ormsby and masterfully built by Grant Shadbolt, "Caballo" is not simply a home - it is a deeply personal work of art, thoughtfully created with craftsmanship, history and heart woven into every detail.
Positioned on beautifully established grounds once part of a walnut orchard, this remarkable residence offers a lifestyle that feels both refined and deeply grounding. From the moment you arrive, the home's striking street presence and bold architectural lines create an immediate sense of character and permanence.
Offering three bedrooms plus a versatile studio room or fourth bedroom, the home has been thoughtfully designed to adapt effortlessly to family living, creative pursuits, guest accommodation or working from home.
Inside, vaulted ceilings and an expansive living is balanced by warmth, texture and extraordinary craftsmanship. The bespoke kitchen is a true centrepiece, featuring stunning custom cabinetry, quality finishes and beautifully curated design elements that bring colour and personality into the home.
Throughout the property, stories reveal themselves in the details. The handcrafted oak features were salvaged from Christchurch heritage buildings, while the magnificent fireplace surround dates back to 1874. Above, the hand-painted beams - completed entirely freehand by the owner over 34 painstaking days - transform the ceilings into something truly unforgettable.
Every space has been designed not only for beauty, but for living. Generous open-plan living areas flow effortlessly outdoors to sheltered entertaining spaces and expansive lawns, creating the perfect setting for family gatherings, peaceful mornings or evenings shared with friends.
Comfort has been carefully considered throughout, with the home heated by a combination of underfloor Polar heating, a gas fire and a ducted heat pump system, while 10 solar panels help support energy efficiency. Outside, established grounds are supported by irrigation systems, with electric gates adding both convenience and security to the property.
Adding to the home's unique charm are thoughtful bespoke features, including the custom-built bunk room, reinforced hammock retreat, curated artwork and handcrafted touches collected and created over decades of travel and life experience.
"Caballo" is a home that cannot be replicated. Rich in story, craftsmanship and authenticity, it offers buyers the rare opportunity to own a property that feels genuinely meaningful from the moment you walk through the door.
Properties of this calibre and individuality are seldom offered to the market.
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Auction: 4pm, Wednesday 24 June 2026, Ray White Rangiora, Level 1, 188 High Street, Rangiora (unless sold prior).
