FERRY BRIDGE LODGE

Ferry Bridge Lodge sits on the site of the original Waiau Ferry Hotel, where visitors to Hanmer Springs stayed while awaiting to cross the Waiau River by ferry - a regular occurrence prior to the building of the bridge. Today the classic residence has a rare and timeless charm with established gardens and mature English trees, a grass tennis court and a swimming pool all overlooking the Waiau River.\n\nThis property encompasses five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a large living room, a study room, the kitchen with open plan dining/family area and an impressive enclosed porch area looking out over the sweeping grounds. The large master bedroom enjoys fantastic views and the panorama from the ensuite is purely picture postcard. Heating options throughout include fireplaces and heat pumps. There are many stories this property could tell with its fascinating history as a hotel and more recently a family home.\n\nFerry Bridge Lodge would make an ideal family home, just minutes from Hanmer Springs village or it could also make an ideal guest lodge, bed and breakfast or backpacker residence or a function venue catering for corporate groups, special events and romantic weddings.\n\nRental income of $40,000 per annum is provided by the leasing of the workshops and outbuildings to Thrillseekers Adventures tourist operation across the other side of Hanmer Springs Road. There is also a one bedroom cottage on the site attracting rental of up to $150.00 per week.\n\nHanmer Springs continues to grow in popularity with expansion of the Thermal Hot Pools providing the catalyst for growth in the area. Recently there has been development of the town centre and the St James Bike Trail was opened in November 2010. Frequent events held provide consistency to business levels and add to the popularity of this alpine destination just 90 minutes from Christchurch city.\n\nFerry Bridge Lodge provides options for the astute investor in a growing region with a level of rental income adding to the attractiveness of this property.\n