9 Peony Drive, Greytown, South Wairarapa

If you have always had a dream of buying a quintessential historic cottage that you can create your own history in, here's your chance. Rhododendron Cottage is a lovely, cute colonial home which would be superb as a weekend retreat, a delicious B&B or the perfect place to call home. Built circa 1880 and one of the original workers cottages, this 100m2 sweetie has two double bedrooms, a large living room with high studs, a spacious bathroom with a roll-top bathtub, and an open plan kitchen, dining and family room which opens through French doors to a large sunny terrace (with built in outdoor heaters for the cooler evenings) and a rambling 1067m2 garden, the perfect spot to entertain friends and family or relax and stargaze in the spa after a hard day's work. A magnificent rhododendron takes pride of place in the front garden and is a sight to behold when flowering. Sit on the verandah and enjoy your morning coffee while admiring it. The bonus outdoor studio, that is powered, lined and insulated is currently set up as a home gym but would also work well as a home office, rumpus or hobbies room; and comes with a separate storage unit at one end. The cottage itself is kept cosy with wood burner, heat pump and insulation. Marvel in the established and cleverly designed garden with Pandorea vines, skillfully trained to cover outdoor areas, Buxus hedging accompanied with delightful Roses that will bring the property to life in springtime. Animals are at the forefront of this delightful home with a hen house and a kennel for only the most pampered of pooches. Close to Martinborough vineyards, only an hour from Wellington (and with the advantage of an easy commute by train), and just a brisk walk to the village and all its delights, this is a cottage that will steal your heart. Be quick, as this is a rare opportunity to snap up a treasure, so don't delay, call us now to view.

Buyers $695,000+

A shockwave of sunburst orange gives this mid-century icon instant street appeal and a contemporary twist, while boldly announcing its total transformation. Extended, refurbished, rewired, replumbed, insulated, and capped off with a new Colorsteel roof, this 128m2 home captures the very essence of kiwi living. Enjoying an awesome open plan design, with glowing original native timber flooring, flowing through stacker doors to an immense deck, the perfect place to grill and chill with family and friends. The fantastic kitchen was designed by a chef and provides quality appliances, stone benchtops and conveniently incorporates a euro-laundry. The master bedroom in the new extension opens to the outdoors, and has two double wardrobes and a fabulous ensuite. There are second and third bedrooms which share a fully tiled bathroom featuring a glass showerbox and bathtub, and there are two heatpumps and a woodburner. A home office/study or computer area completes the transfiguration. But wait, there's more! The 815m2 garden is filled with trees, sculpted hedges and thoughtful landscaping - including an arbor with pergola. And last, but by no means least, there is a substantial carport and a garage with a fantastically versatile adjoining room that has been insulated and fully lined in whitewashed ply. This is perfect for anyone who may want a studio, gym, rumpus room, or to base a business from home. This is a great opportunity to make your move to the provinces, perhaps to work from home, or conversely for commuting to Wellingtons CBD. There's great relaxed living on offer here with casual comfort and just the right amount of contemporary urban chic, and a coffee culture waiting just around the corner in the village centre. Call Dave or Jennah now to view. Follow this link for a 3D walkthrough: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=LwLMzxyD5hA

Buyers $1,095,000+

This much-admired Victorian gable-roofed cottage, with its concave verandah and sash windows, sits in the middle of the village's historic precinct. Built in c1893 for the Maxton family, who had a flourishing bakery and confectionary business, it has been lovingly and immaculately refurbished to reflect its true character, while retaining all the exterior visual appeal of its origins. A gleaming red door, with coloured glass and matching fanlight, invites you into a wide hall with deep skirtings, plank flooring, and a high stud, and then into a sitting room with a log burner and timber fire surround. A second living/dining room opens through French doors to a sunlit deck. The superb kitchen, with bevelled tiles and stone benchtops, transcends the ordinary with its modern take on traditional cabinetry and also opens through French doors to the 979m2 garden. Adjacent to this is a fantastic shower room that incorporates the laundry and has trad black and white tiling. Up the original staircase a gallery hallway, and all the rooms, boast delightfully angled attic ceilings and clever storage. The master suite has a fabulous tiled ensuite lit by a skylight, and the second bedroom has views over the garden. Double-glazing, subtle decor, and excellent heating and insulation complete the package, but the magic continues! Across a paved patio from the kitchen is an equally charming building that compliments the original dwelling, and has a guest suite with a bedroom and bathroom downstairs, and over the garage, there is a fantastic studio/home office/loft space with a Juliet balcony. This idyllic home is superb for entertaining alfresco style in sublimely serene surroundings. You owe it to yourself to come and view this timeless classic. Call us now to view.

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