392 Hillview Road, Bombay, Franklin

Rooms with views and paddocks for a horse or two

Just like its current owner who has developed this rural haven for over 18 years this property exudes a fun sense of style and an abundance of produce, from beef to beetroot, it's all been grown here. This family home, complete with its architecturally inspired features, has three large bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living areas and tons of storage space with plenty of sheltered sheds for the cars, tools, firewood and more. From the main open plan kitchen area with its stunning stainless-steel bench and organic flax feature wall, it is a dining area with magnificent views into the garden and beyond reaching as far as the eye can see all the way to the sky tower. The cosy lounge has a lovely open fire complete with antique kauri surrounding, drop down one step to the whisky/story room with views to the city, across the Manukau Harbour and beyond, this leads to the impressive master bedroom wing, complete with large walk-in wardrobe, beautifully tiled charming en-suite and includes the bonus of a spacious warm light filled nursery/office/hobby room which has direct access to the wrap around decks and garden. The land is really what this property is all about, and what better than world renowned Bombay soil, the best in NZ. Add north facing sheltered and gentle contour, seriously this land is extremely hard to come by so close to the convenience of food outlets, schools, and the motorway. The house is a joy to live in, warm spacious light airy architecturally designed with colorful gardens that are subtropical and frost free. The magnificent, uninterrupted spacious views make for fabulous picture shots from dusk till dawn. There are three rainwater tanks servicing the dwelling and a water easement on the land title. The 15-acre lifestyle block comprises of four well fenced paddocks with a 500-bale benched haybarn. The paddocks are defined by hedges with post and wire fences in their midst. Properties of this caliber are always in high demand and interested parties are advised to pick up the phone today!