• Everything you love about country living - without the upkeep. Total land area 1.378ha (approx.) comprising: • 1643sqm (Area A/House) • 1.61ha (approx. - Area B/Block – being an apportioned 1/6th share of 9.7ha) The dream of country living doesn't have to come with hectares of mowing, endless maintenance or the price tag of a full lifestyle property. Elevated above rolling countryside with sweeping rural views and the bonus of an undefined 1/6th share of the adjacent 9.7ha block, this is the kind of opportunity buyers wait for - but rarely find. Beautifully updated and designed for comfortable everyday living, the home offers four bedrooms and two bathrooms, making it equally suited to growing families, retirees wanting room for guests, or those working from home. Recent upgrades include thermally broken double glazing throughout, a new app-controlled heat pump, and quality carpets replaced just three years ago, ensuring year-round comfort and energy efficiency. The modern kitchen sits at the heart of the home, complete with an induction cooktop and effortless connection to the living spaces. A log burner creates warmth and atmosphere through the cooler months, while a separate laundry and double internal access garage add the practicality every busy household appreciates. Outside is where this property truly comes into its own. A sunken outdoor entertaining area with brazier provides the perfect place to gather with friends, fire up a drink at sunset, or simply relax and soak up the peaceful rural outlook. A valuable one-sixth undefined share in the neighbouring 9ha block further enhances the appeal of this property, providing the perfect balance between residential and lifestyle living. Graze a few animals, keep chickens, establish an orchard or simply enjoy the luxury of additional open space - it's a feature that sets this property apart from almost anything else on the market. Positioned just moments from the iconic Hurunui Hotel and surrounded by rolling North Canterbury countryside, this is a lifestyle opportunity that's becoming increasingly difficult to secure. With only one buyer able to call it home, don't miss your chance - contact me today to register your interest.

Deadline Sale 27 August 2026

If you've been searching for an affordable lifestyle property where the foundations are already in place and the potential is yours to unlock, this 4.05ha Cheviot opportunity deserves your attention. Privately positioned and packed with practical features, this three-bedroom home offers the chance to embrace country living without the premium price tag. A standout feature is the property's established woodlot of approximately 170+ trees, providing a seemingly endless supply of firewood to fuel the home's two woodburners. One burner is complemented by a wetback system supporting a dual function hot water cylinder - helping to keep running costs in check. Outside, the lifestyle dream continues. Multiple sheds provide space for tools, projects, storage, and hobbies, while the large chook enclosure and grazing paddocks offer the opportunity to enjoy a more self-sufficient way of life. A standalone single garage adds further practicality. This is a property with genuine scope to add value. Bring your ideas, your toolbelt and your vision to complete the unfinished projects and make it your own. The rewards will be well worth the effort. Adding a touch of Kiwi practicality, the package even includes a Mitsubishi Pajero, offered on an "as is, where is" basis. Whether you're taking your first step into lifestyle living, seeking space for animals and hobbies, or looking for a property where hard work can create equity, this Cheviot offering presents an opportunity that's becoming increasingly difficult to find. Key Features: • 4.05ha entry-level lifestyle property • Three-bedroom home • Two woodburners • Wetback system • Approx. 170+ tree woodlot • Multiple sheds and outbuildings • Standalone single garage • Large chook enclosure • Grazing opportunities

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Some homes are built to be lived in. This one was built to be loved. Nestled among the rolling hills just minutes from Cheviot township, this stunning five bedroom, two bathroom weatherboard home is a rare blend of character, space, and lifestyle that doesn't come around often. Step inside and you're immediately welcomed by the warmth of timber joinery and an open-plan living design that feels both grand and deeply inviting. French doors spill out onto expansive wrap-around decking - the kind of outdoor space that turns a Sunday afternoon into something you'll want to bottle. Overlooking the rolling Cheviot hills, it's a view that earns it's place every single day. For those who love to entertain, this property delivers something truly special. The vast entertaining room - complete with polished wooden floors and a bar - is crowned by the restored roof of the historic Cashmere Church, lending the space a sense of occasion that no renovation could replicate. Whether it's an intimate gathering or a celebration to remember, this room rises to every occasion. The wine lover won't be left wanting either, with a dedicated wine cellar ready and waiting to house your finest collection - and with established vines on the property, you may just be filling it yourself. Across the five hectares you'll find extensive native plantings that bring both beauty and birdlife to the property year-round, along with two large implement sheds offering serious storage and practicality for the working lifestyle block buyer. Genuine character, genuine land, and a lifestyle that's ready to step straight into, contact Fraser or Meegan for a viewing today. To request the property files for this property, please copy and paste the following link into your browser: https://www.propertybrokers.co.nz/residential/sale/185-sinclair-road-cheviot-hurunui

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