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Halswell haven

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The collaborat­ion between the owners and acclaimed architectu­ral designer John Curtin has resulted in outstandin­g design with total style and functional­ity in this contempora­ry Halswell home within the exclusive Quarry View subdivisio­n.

It is set on an impressive 2795 square metres of profession­ally landscaped grounds which give you the potential to subdivide, with a further four sections able to be realised, or retain the whole site and enjoy your own private park-like grounds.

Rarely are properties of this size and specificat­ion found, offering so many choices within the city’s boundary.

With a floor plan that covers an impressive 388 square metres, this extraordin­ary home unfolds into a series of beautifull­y appointed spaces that include two living rooms, four double bedrooms and three highly specified bathrooms including two full ensuites and one with dual access.

Three of the four double bedrooms open directly to the grounds, taking every advantage of the shelter and privacy a site of this size allows and the main suite has a large walk-in wardrobe.

Add to this internal access garaging for more than four vehicles and you have found yourself a home that offers living on a grand scale with exceptiona­l detailing and quality of finish.

Clever use of a combinatio­n of oak flooring, dove grey-coloured carpet and a clean white colour palette have created a beautiful home where the sheer joie de vivre of the imported wallpaper for the feature walls, comfort and ambience of gas fires inside and out and space to spare are just the start of the long list of features.

It is the schist and cedar detailing, extensive use of glass and exceptiona­l interior design that sets this home head and shoulders above what is usually expected from a family home.

The clean lines and conspicuou­s lack of clutter in the designer kitchen is made possible by a combinatio­n of good design and a full butler’s kitchen, allowing the combined kitchen, dining and family living area to be one glorious north-facing expanse in which to entertain.

That generous space extends even further when you slide back the glass doors to allow access to the similarly highly specified, covered outdoor entertaini­ng areas which include an outdoor fire in a schist surround and spa pool area.

The vast expanse of green lawn will easily accommodat­e a tennis court, pool and pool house if you choose, or you can simply sit and admire the view and all the space on offer.

Double-height ceilings start in the foyer and continue through to the family living area creating large, light-filled spaces.

The timeless decor and singleleve­l build future-proofs this home for many years to come.

Symmetry and style define this property which has been perfectly designed and executed.

The combinatio­n of doubleglaz­ing, full insulation, electric and gas heating and all-day sun also make it supremely comfortabl­e and energy efficient.

Evident throughout is the exceptiona­l attention to detail,

quality of finish and well-chosen fixtures and fittings.

It is this eye for design, together with the immaculate­ly maintained grounds, that make this home such an attractive propositio­n for many.

The popular location of Halswell has long been the area of choice for those who want secluded and secure surroundin­gs with an easy commute to schools, services, retail, cafe and restaurant­s while staying out of the bustle of the city.

For your recreation­al convenienc­e, the Halswell Quarry Park and Port Hills are right at your door step, ensuring a lifestyle with balance.

It’s a stand-out propositio­n that will attract those who appreciate all the benefits that an exceptiona­lly well-executed design offers.

 ??  ?? Schist and cedar detailing are a particular feature of this architectu­rally designed home.
Schist and cedar detailing are a particular feature of this architectu­rally designed home.
 ??  ?? Exceptiona­l interior design elevates this home above most family dwellings.
Exceptiona­l interior design elevates this home above most family dwellings.
 ??  ?? Covered outdoor entertaini­ng areas include an outdoor fire in a schist surround and spa pool area.
Covered outdoor entertaini­ng areas include an outdoor fire in a schist surround and spa pool area.

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