409 Northbank Road, Blenheim, Marlborough

Genuine Country Living

An authentic country home in a peaceful country setting, this beautifully presented property covers some 1.3-hectares between the Wairau River and Mount Richmond Forest Park. Originally built in 1912 and relocated here in 2003, you simply won't get this level of character with a new build. The five-bedroom, three bathroom home has been completely rewired, reroofed and replumbed and has a central wood burner for efficient and effective heating.

Outdoor enthusiasts will thrive in the opportunities that surround you, fishing for trout, hunting game and tramping the various tracks. Northbank Road is just 5km from Renwick providing complete convenience for schooling, shops and amenities.

All five of the bedrooms are of generous proportions, have built-in wardrobes and two even boast ensuite bathrooms comprising a shower, toilet, vanity and heated towel rail. An additional bathroom with a classic claw foot tub and vanity, sits beside a separate toilet. A choice of outdoor areas ensures you can soak up your serene setting no matter the weather - with a huge deck off the kitchen and sunroom, a sheltered deck on the opposite side and a pergola over a brick courtyard constructed from the home's original chimneys.

The front paddock offers subdivision potential and the large lawn area is complemented by a young orchard, vegetables gardens and herbs. Baby lambs frolic in the paddocks and goldfish swim in the manmade pond, John Butt even declared this the 'best test' he has ever done, with the water from the bore testing 99.9% pure. A covenant prohibiting vineyards cements the organic nature of the property.

To complete the rural package is a sizeable garden shed, twin garaging and a two-bay shed.

With a capital valuation of $760,000 our vendors are envisaging their next adventure and are motivated to sell at auction. We encourage all buyers with the capacity to bid in excess of $600,000 to consider this idyllic lifestyle property.
Auction 12pm, Wed 14 Oct 2015 (unless sold prior)
33 Seymour Street, Blenheim