245 Downs Road, Geraldine

This property is one of the best kept secrets up on the sought-after Downs of Geraldine, being completely screened from the roadside by well-established landscaping that welcomes an abundance of birdlife. As one enters the 6,859m2 property via the beautiful sweeping driveway they are greeted by park like grounds and a 164m2 1960’s concrete block, renovated home that’s well positioned to maximise privacy, mountain views, and sun. The home has a generous formal lounge and dining area with its own entrance that enjoys fantastic sun and mountain views flowing out onto a north facing deck ideal for entertaining family and friends. The lounge connects effortlessly to the family living area with modern log burner, that’s also well orientated and flows through to an open plan office area, heated by a heat pump, the outdoor deck, and the generous modern and very well-appointed kitchen with a gorgeous casual dining area perfectly positioned for morning sun. The two double bedrooms both have built in wardrobes with the master being double glazed and having mountain views, and to top it off there is a modern well-appointed bathroom. With new wool carpets and curtains throughout, the home is move in ready. But wait, there’s more! There is an additional separate double bed studio with bathroom that has been successfully operating as an established Air BnB, ideal for an additional income stream, or additional accommodation for family and friends. This property is also practical with a double garage and workshop connected to the house via a large covered double car port, excellent off street parking, areas to store caravans or boats, raised vegetables gardens, an orchard, garden sheds, ample 1.8 Units of Te Moana Water, and it’s on town sewer! You seriously need to come and view this property to truly appreciate it!

Buyers $885,000+

This peaceful, private, well-appointed 8,000m2 lifestyle property nestled amongst gorgeous established gardens with stunning mountain views presents a unique offering! It is an established Air BnB, and has previously housed an art gallery - so also has great income opportunities. The 330m2 modern pavilion style home has generous open plan north facing kitchen/dining/living that flows effortlessly out to concrete patios, and connects to the lounge with stunning cathedral ceiling and feature glazing showcasing the mountain views. Four generous bedrooms with built in wardrobes (two have tiled ensuites), an office, a third living space/potential fifth bedroom with independent access from the generous entrance area, a third family bathroom with separate guest toilet, and a separate laundry complete the interior. Double glazing, three heat pumps and a log burner ensure year-round comfort. Triple car garaging with attic storage, ample off-street parking, a two bay shed with one bay enclosed - perfect for storing adventure toys (boats/campervans), and well-designed raised vegetable gardens are the icing on the cake, enabling one to truly live the lifestyle dream!

Buyers $1,320,000+

This beautifully presented and well-appointed 3.67ha (more or less) lifestyle property on the outskirts of Geraldine is being sold for the very first time in its 33 years, creating a rare opportunity not to be missed! The 240m2 modernised home is centrally positioned on the land, and well orientated to maximise sun and mountain views. Very little of the home can be seen from the roadside, as it is nestled among established and beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds - that have evolved over time creating a very private, peaceful and much loved family haven. One enters the property via electric gates that lead to a generous yard from where you can access the home, the 10m x 7m studio/home office/gym etc. and single garage/workshop, and the 9m x 9m two bay shed with electric roller doors, 2nd shower and 3rd toilet. The home itself has a wonderful feel, comprising of 3 generous double bedrooms all with built in wardrobes and a single bedroom or home office also with a built in wardrobe. The heart of the home really is the stunning fresh and modern open plan kitchen with stone bench tops and scullery that seamlessly flows to the dining area and main living space, and additional connected second living space - absolutely perfect for entertaining family and friends. The icing on the cake is the superb indoor-outdoor flow both from the dining and living areas, enabling one to make the most of the outdoor living areas, gardens and grounds. But wait there's more, the home also has a gorgeous tiled bathroom, separate guest toilet, and internal access double garage where the laundry and a second toilet are located. Warmth is never an issue thanks to a modern log burner, HRV with heat transfer, a heat pump and the home has the added convenience of gas hot water Outside you will find raised vegetable gardens, flower beds, a woodshed, a lawnmower shed, cattle loading yards, a small bluegum wood lot, and several well fenced paddocks, suitable for a range of stock - and absolutely perfect for horse lovers with a dressage arena for hire on the neighbouring property. The property is serviced by bore water, and is bordered by a creek on the eastern boundary. Needless to say, this is a very well thought out quality lifestyle property, that has benefitted from continual enhancements over its 33 years. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity!

$1,140,000