642 Watershed Road, Hiwinui, Manawatu

Perfectly hidden away behind electric gates and neighbouring the fabulous Hiwinui School, this spacious and modernized 328m2 (approx.) family home sits on 1.57 acres (more or less). With a beautiful, uninterrupted outlook to the Ranges, this home will wow you with its stunning, updated kitchen featuring a walk-in pantry. The kitchen is a spacious culinary delight and is perfectly integrated with a lovely open-plan living space that extends out to a patio. Roller blinds transform the patio into an extra living area, allowing you to bask in the outdoors no matter the conditions. While relaxing here, the whole family can access and enjoy the lavish, heated mineral swimming pool, which features LED lights, water jets, and is Wi-Fi controlled. A separate deck off one side of the living room offers a quiet space to soak in the outlook. A separate dining room flows into the lounge, both opening to a patio and the garden. Additional features on the ground floor include a superbly large laundry room, a modern family bathroom, an office, and a double garage. Upstairs, you'll find four wonderfully spacious bedrooms, including a master with a walk-in wardrobe and balcony, plus a second modernised bathroom and a separate toilet. Keeping everyone warm during the cooler months is easy with two wood burners, a heat pump downstairs, and a ducted heat pump system upstairs. Currently equipped for equestrian pursuits, the property has a four bay storage shed perfect for a horse stable, storing equipment and one enclosed bay for a tack room, along with a huge workshop with two roller doors - there is plenty of space here! Completing the picture, is the dressage arena which is well suited for all riding activities. The community-oriented Hiwinui location has been enjoyed by the current owners, who also appreciate the short 10-minute commute into town that this incredible location offers. 196 Watershed Road presents a chance to treat your family to a truly spectacular lifestyle, offering a place to create amazing family memories for years to come. Rateable Value $1,240,000.

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Welcome to an exceptional lifestyle property on the edge of popular Hiwinui. This home offers a perfect blend of modern sophistication and natural tranquillity, creating a sanctuary for those who value privacy and space. The architectural design impresses upon arrival, seamlessly integrating with the rural landscape. Step inside to discover a spacious open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area filled with natural light from large windows, enhanced by sleek polished concrete floors - ideal for everyday living and entertaining guests. An outdoor seating area is nestled among native plantings beside a barbeque space that flows onto the expansive lawn. Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the stylish kitchen with ample bench space and a convenient butler's pantry. A wood burner, two heat pumps and heat transfer ensure year-round comfort. For relaxation, a separate media room offers the ideal environment to unwind with your favourite movie or sports event. With four generously sized bedrooms, including a master suite with ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, this home accommodates family and guests with ease. The property also features a double garage with internal access and a separate laundry room and main bathroom for added convenience. Beyond the main house, the property has an outbuilding with workshop, which is fully equipped to meet a variety of needs. Set on 2.2ha (more or less) the property includes facilities to accommodate a few animals, making it an ideal choice for hobby farmers or those looking to embrace a rural way of life. With its architectural design, practical features, and natural surroundings, this property offers the ultimate lifestyle opportunity. Contact us today for a shift in lifestyle. We know it, we live it, we sell it!

Buyers $1,290,000+

This is lifestyle living done right. Set in the heart of Hiwinui, this modern four-bedroom home delivers space, style and those wide-open rural views that make you slow down the moment you arrive. Inside, polished concrete floors, beautiful finishes and thoughtful design set the tone and work beautifully with the open plan kitchen, dining and living area, a space designed to connect effortlessly with the outdoors. Large doors open out to a wraparound covered deck, creating the perfect alfresco zone for long lunches, evening dinners and taking in the sunsets, with an additional living room providing a more intimate space. The master bedroom is well positioned with a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, while the remaining bedrooms are generous and serviced by a modern family bathroom. Manicured, putting green style lawns and landscaped gardens give the grounds a resort-like feel, while a couple of paddocks offer genuine lifestyle options, whether that's a few animals, or simply room to breathe. Car and hobby enthusiasts will love the garaging on offer, with a double internal access garage plus an additional three car garage that feels more like a private retreat. Fully carpeted with built-in cabinetry and its own deck, it's an ideal man cave, workshop, gym or creative space. All of this sits within a welcoming rural community, just moments from Hiwinui School and a ten-minute drive to town. This is a home that offers freedom, flexibility and a quality lifestyle without compromise. Give me a call and come experience it for yourself.

Buyers $1,245,000+