Cherry picked for the ultimate lifestyle

This Wanganui homestead boasts a rich history, a picturesque environment and the ideal setup for extended family living or running a home business. Linda Miller takes a closer look.

When it comes to idyllic lifestyle properties, the Cherry Hindon estate represents the cream of the crop. Here, on wonderfully fertile Westmere land ideal for livestock, any harvest you could imagine and avid home gardeners, you will discover a graciously designed and impeccably restored 1932 homestead. Originally this five bedroom, two storey home resided in the centre of Wanganui and was home to Dr Molly Christie, before being relocated to its current tranquil setting in 2007. While period features such as the soaring ceilings and polished wooden floors have been retained, the home has also been upgraded to meet the needs of modern buyers with a new kitchen, the addition of private bathrooms, a self contained granny flat and two on-demand water pumps and infinity gas heating systems for even water pressure, flow and temperature throughout. The stand-alone granny flat contains one or two bedrooms, depending on how you utilise the space. It was originally created as a doctor’s surgery and encompasses a reception or lounge area, a well-equipped kitchen and full bathroom, plus private two bay parking. In the homestead all communal living spaces are located downstairs. This includes a formal dining room, family room and lounge, plus the modern kitchen which combines the best of functionality and style. There is easy flow from all internal entertaining spaces out to the deck and beautiful surrounding grounds, ideal for anyone who enjoys hosting visitors or alfresco dining under the stars. The top storey is split between five bedrooms and three bathrooms – with three bedrooms sharing a bathroom, while the master and guest suite boast Scandinavian inspired en-suites with floor to ceiling native timber cladding. In terms of the section, its use is limited purely by your imagination. Split into two main paddocks plus a small holding paddock ideal for use as a chicken run or small orchard, you could easily run a few livestock or pets here, or simply enjoy your own private oasis. Wanganui’s town centre is just three kilometres away for all of your important amenities and shopping requirements and the home is located on the secondary school bus route for your convenience.