Auction from 1pm, Thursday 28 February 2013 (unless sold prior) 3 Deans Avenue, Riccarton, Christchurch\n\nThis highly desirable lifestyle property is close to Darfield and is set up to take every advantage of country living. The warm well-appointed home offers four bedrooms (master with ensuite), modern kitchen and living room with a log burner plus a separate living room opening to a yet to be completed deck area which could easily be a fifth bedroom. Main bathroom features a spa bath and shower with separate toilet. Separate laundry with external access. Double glazing throughout and underfloor heating in the kitchen, bathrooms and passageway make this an exceptionally warm and comfortable home. There is a large deck area to the west of the house ideal for evening entertaining. \n\nTo complement the property are two fully enclosed Versatile garages with access for four vehicles and ample additional storage which may suit a variety of home based businesses. There is also a six bay hayshed. There is also a small orchard to provide seasonal produce for the family. \n\nWith irrigation in place and the property fully planted in Lucerne, this easily managed and simple farming operation is capable of generating a proven income from hay sales. \nClose to Darfield , this very well appointed property has it all for wonderful country living.\n