109 Logan Road, Buckland, Franklin

Soul of Ponsonby with a rural lifestyle

Calling extended families or smart investors, looking for a beautiful renovated villa set on 1.651 hectares (4.18 acres) of future urban land on town water.

Owners are highly motivated and will sell below the RV $1,910,000.

This charming 180 sqm (more or less) villa, aptly named Yates Homestead, was originally built for the Yates family in the late 1800's, and while retaining the ambiance and grace of the era it has since been tastefully modernized to provide all of today's modern conveniences and lifestyle comforts. Gleaming solid Kauri floors continue past a study, turning into the opulent formal lounge room resplendent with high, patterned ceiling, stunning chandelier and, of course, ceiling rose, along with lavish window dressings and traditional open fireplace - a magnificent venue for elegant entertaining.

This luxurious area is complemented by a sophisticated intimate formal dining room and a powder room echoing the splendid decor with its own chandelier. The living area is excellent with a sun-drenched charismatic Rimu country kitchen and casual dining spilling onto fully decked, all weather alfresco entertaining and open air poolside recreation bordered by gorgeous established gardens and manicured lawns. A large oven and five burner stove team with stone bench tops, generous timber cabinetry, feature lighting and a plethora of windows with tranquil views in this impressive hub of the home. To the side of the kitchen a large family bathroom has both bath and shower plus W.C. Outdoors the mega-large American barn incorporates 185 sqm (more or less) of space with sleep-out and bathroom, laundry, under-stair storage and mezzanine floor. There are also stables plus lunging ring and equine amenities.

• 5 mins to Pukekohe town. 40 mins to Auckland 1 hr. to Hamilton