16 Alisha Place, Tamahere, Hamilton

Quail Point is a country retreat that has distinct personal style, feels good to live in, and shakes hands with nature. Set on a private 3.3ha, the property is tucked away from the world in a beautiful environment with stunning rural vistas and an outlook over a gully, pond with a maimai, and stream. The elevated, light-filled home takes full advantage of the views and the northerly sun. Its bright, airy, high-raking interior exudes a sense of space and grandeur. Built circa 1966, this character house is a fabulous entertainer catering for a large or extended family. Indoor-outdoor living is a major design feature, and the beautiful, modernised kitchen is a foodie's haven and the hub of the home. It features quality appliances, a large central island with statement lighting, integrated cabinetry, new tapware, engineered stone benches, a large range oven and six-burner gas hob. An efficient log burner is the focal point of the open plan living domain which has ranchsliders out to the expansive deck, alfresco niches, and barbecue area. Imbued with the lodge-like feel, the separate lounge is an enticing retreat and snug winter sitting room offering the comfort and aesthetics of an open fire set in a natural stone hearth and large doors framing picturesque views. Configured in a T shape, the home has accommodation wings for parents and children. A guest powder room, a modern family bathroom, three spacious, well-appointed bedrooms, and a kitchenette/laundry comprise the children's wing in a layout suited to multi-generational living, Airbnb accommodation, or short-term lets. A long, glass hallway leads to two further bedrooms plus the luxe master bedroom whose ensuite accesses a luxurious spa pool. Electric and a bottled gas infinity hot water systems service the home, which sits on 240sqm of floating laminate wood flooring laid around two years ago. Wildlife is attracted to this mature property in sought-after location in easy reach of Tamahere village, school, country cafes, and expressway.

$2,275,000

Buyers will be smitten by this park-like property that entices with its immaculate home and grounds, country aesthetics and sought after Tamahere address strategically located between Hamilton and Cambridge. Designed for the consummate indoor-outdoor lifestyle, the light-filled home delivers effortless living and entertaining over a friendly, easy-flowing footprint. Shared areas range from open plan living and a separate lounge, to a covered and sheltered all-weather deck that serves as a third living zone. High raked ceilings give a real sense of space and grandeur. The kitchen is in the hub of everyday life, well-connected to living and entertaining spaces and the private deck via ranchsliders and a bifold servery window. A focal point of the lounge is fabulous log burner providing warmth and ambience. Three well-appointed bedrooms, including a full master suite, are inviting personal sanctuaries, very accommodating to a family. The main bathroom is a modern, refreshing space, with a walk-in robe. Utilities include a stand-alone double garage with a laundry, and a lean-to for storage. There is a great sense of arrival, the aesthetics and all-round beauty of perfectly manicured, eclectic gardens, and the bonus of raised vegetable beds. Families are advantaged by living in a catchment zoned for quality schools, in a coveted lifestyle location close to village and urban amenities, and major arterial networks.

Auction

Here's an entry level opportunity to get into a prestigious location. This lovely home features a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining, living area and a lounge. There are four generous bedrooms and two bathrooms. The two bedrooms downstairs are semi self-contained - ideal for teens etc. A large deck with an inbuilt braai/bbq and covered by an Archgola provides huge versatility for outdoor living/entertaining and a seamless connection to the outdoors. Crisp easy-care landscaping including fully fenced back yard sets the property off well and leaves a tranquil view across the wooded gully to pasture beyond. A 7m x7m double garage, a small office and sought after school zoning complete the picture. Well located, 7km to Hamilton airport, 8km to Waikato University, and 11km to Hamilton Central. A very desirable property offering a relaxed lifestyle. Call now for more information.

$1,295,000