Secluded & serene
Serene, graceful and full of light, this secluded Strowan home offers total privacy behind its stone pillared entry and iron gates.
Set on 1453 square metres at the end of a quiet lane, this beautifully presented home offers space to spare, inside and out, with five double bedrooms, three bathrooms and two living areas.
A deep portico leads into two levels of superb spaces that more than accommodate the practicalities of everyday living in considerable style and comfort.
The open-plan designer kitchen and dining area features a magnificent vaulted ceiling with skylights, and the combination of timber detailing and crisp white cabinetry and counter tops is both attractive and timeless.
A long central island provides both a breakfast bar and a generous food preparation and serving area, ideal for entertaining. And a large, separate utility room, laundry and scullery provides back up with additional storage and an oven and cooktop.
French doors at the far end of the kitchen and dining area open to a sheltered, sunny entertaining area.
This is a home flooded with natural light and sun, taking every advantage of its northfacing position with the kitchen, dining and living areas connecting seamlessly for family living and entertaining.
With these spaces flowing to outdoor living and the park-like grounds with heated swimming pool, you have the ability to extend your living several-fold over spring and summer.
Meanwhile, winter over in warmth with all the comfort of central heating and a roaring log burner.
All the generously sized bedrooms offer the same high level of accommodation, light and sun, with the master serviced by a well-appointed ensuite.
Four further bedrooms serviced by two similarly wellspecified bathrooms put an end to the morning rush hour.
The quality of finish and interior de´ cor in soft whites and neutrals add significantly to its appeal and it comes with all the advantages of what is essentially a small estate in a longestablished, coveted area.
All the shops, services, cafes and specialist retail of neighbouring Merivale, Ashdale Lane are just minutes away, and the central city and Christchurch International Airport are equally swift commutes.
Those who are working from home, and in these glorious surroundings you will want to find a very good reason not to, will have a good-sized office with separate access from the driveway.
Zoning for Waimairi School, Heaton, Cobham, and Christchurch Boys’ and Girls’ high schools underpins an already strong investment in this substantial property that promises many generations of wonderful living.
An oversized double garage and off-street parking easily accommodates the vehicles of family and friends, and fully fenced grounds keep young children and the family dog secure within your property.
This is an utterly stunning property in every respect, with a rare amount of land in this area.
It proves beyond a shadow of a doubt that, just every so often, you really can have the best of both worlds.
You, along with what will undoubtedly be an unusually large number of potential buyers, can admire every detail at open homes this weekend, keeping in mind that the auction is just two weeks away.
There’s a lot to love about this highly specified property with its rare combination of space, grace and style so you may want to be on the doorstep at 1.30pm today, in case a prior offer snatches it out of the auction room. It could be yours for the taking if you’re quick off the mark.
‘‘The numbers we’ve had through and the strong sales we’ve had recently tells us that stock being sold is really active – and we hope it makes people feel confident to come to market.’’ Rohan Thompson
Ray White Royal Oak principal
At a glance...
Address: 3 Ashdale Lane, Strowan, Christchurch
Description: Character styled home offering considerable style and comfort over two levels within vast private north-facing grounds. Well highly specified throughout offering numerous living and entertaining areas inside and out, five double bedrooms, three bathrooms and designer kitchen. In-ground heated pool. Zoned for desirable schools and a swift commute to the city, services, retail and hospitality.
Land area: 1453 sqm Open Homes: Saturday and Sunday 1.30pm to 2pm
Auction: 10am 4 June 2020 471 Papanui Road, Christchurch (unless sold prior) Licensed Agent REAA 2008:
Cameron Bailey, Harcourts, ph 352 6116, mob (Cameron) 027 555 7079 For more information visit Harcourts.co.nz ID# PI63939