'Arthurstone'

A gracious landmark modernised villa offering spacious family living, four bedrooms, two bathrooms and en suite, fenced in-ground pool, tennis court, resplendent gardens and various outbuildings.\n \nArthurstone (circa 1891)\n\nSettled and perfectly positioned on the brow of a small hill, up the private tree lined and planted driveway, 'Arthurstone' has been lovingly restored, extended and modernised whilst completely maintaining the integrity and former glory of this magnificent property.\n\nThe Residence\nComprised of four large double bedrooms, two of which feature open fires and access to the garden area. The master suite offers his and her robes and an underfloor heated en suite boasting extensive private facilities. The main guest room has a private sitting area overlooking the garden.\n\nThe country style kitchen is an entertainers dream, fully equipped with a walk-in pantry and top quality stainless steel appliances including two chefs' ovens and gas hob. The spaciousness of this 'foodies heaven' offers a large dining area, natural lighting and throughout the main thoroughfares, beautiful polished rimu floors. This area truly offers a wonderful family atmosphere of cosy dining beside the warmth of the logburner and an attractive garden outlook.\n\nThe foyer and main entranceway to this enchanting home leads off to the original family room and drawing room, all with restored wood panelling and original eye catching 12 foot stud ceilings adding a wonderful sense of spaciousness. The formal living and family room offers a large bay window and seat, logburner and French doors. Most certainly a room with a feeling of warmth and peace as one gazes across the resplendent grounds. The private drawing room with an open fire also has a bay window, making it an ideal retreat to study, read or just simply relax. The separate office opens up the possibility to work from home within an environment many could only dream of.\n\nBoth main bathrooms provide space and quality fixtures for the family or guests. There is an additional separate toilet with basin and a large heated linen cupboard.\n\nThe Grounds\nTerraced grounds complement the grandeur of this remarkable property. Upon entering the first level you will find a full sized tennis court and garden paths leading to the family home. Perfectly manicured lawns, a feature gazebo and private outdoor entertainment areas blend in perfectly with the fenced and well sheltered in-ground pool on the home level. \n\nThe stunning gardens are simply a labour of love, passion and pride. The garden has featured in magazines and books and has been opened on several occasions for fund-raising garden tours. \n\nPaths of Amuri Limestone lead to various outbuildings and abundant parking areas. Keeping within this property's historical flavour there is an original cob cottage and barn. In addition there is a three-bay shed, lock-up workshop and a large packing shed.\n\nSheltered vegetable gardens, a tunnel house and four good-sized paddocks including cattle yards add to the lifestyle opportunity exclusively on offer.\n\nSummary\nThis extraordinary property is undeniably spectacular. Offering the discerning and appreciative purchaser an opportunity to not only own a piece of paradise, but perhaps a once in a life time chance to take care of an exclusive piece of North Canterbury history. \n\nA much envied and admired property 'Arthurstone' offers without a doubt a special and rare opportunity.\n\nLoburn is a peaceful rural area nestled under the foothills located approximately 12 minutes drive from Rangiora and 40 minutes to Christchurch. Within walking distance to Loburn Domain, facilities include tennis courts, a children's playground and a large oval for cricket or rugby. \n\nLand Size: 3.1220 hectares (approximately 7.71 acres)\n\nRating Valuation: $770,000 (01/07/08)\n\nSchools: Loburn Primary School - approximately half km\n Rangiora High School (on bus route)\n\nWater Supply: Hurunui County water supply 1 and half units\n Shares in the Loburn irrigation scheme.\n