429 Timaru Road, Waimate, Waimate

Country character

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 4pm, Fri 12 Mar 2021
Traditional charm is offered in spades at this enchanting homestead that lies upon an expansive rural block in the Waimate countryside.
Constructed in the 1900s, this superb family home showcases timeless beauty with its bay windows, quaint verandah and Rimu flooring. The interior is laden with colour, and there is plenty of scope for buyers to sympathetically modernise certain aspects if desired.
Spread across a single level; the approximately 144sqm floor plan exhibits practicality with its dedicated kitchen, combined lounge, and dining area, three generously proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property also includes a small sleepout which furthers your accommodation options or provides a peaceful retreat for study.
Cottage gardens and mature plantings encompass the home, with a sweeping lawn, established trees and various fruit trees providing a truly restful outlook and a bit of self sufficiency.
The 12.2 hectare (more or less) site is flat and features electric fencing throughout. The land holds a wealth of potential although would ideally suit horses, cropping, cows or sheep. There is scope for buyers to introduce a duck pond, and there are good stock holding facilities as well as multiple outbuildings, including a two-stand woolshed. Connected to the town water supply; this property also plays host to its own bore water.
Waimate is an idyllic rural town, set at the foot of the Hunter Hills, only approximately 42.4km from Timaru and a short drive to the renowned Riverstone Castle and shopping in Oamaru. This property enjoys excellent schooling options and is located only a short distance from the central township with its array of amenities. The area is also home to tranquil bush walks and serves up excellent mountain biking for active relaxers.
Embrace the joys and calm of rural living and contact me today for further information.
(Plus GST if any)