13 Mission Downs Lane, Loburn, Waimakariri

*** Auction brought forward to today - Monday 31.01.22 at 3:30pm at Rangiora RSA. Vaccine Passes Required *** This architect-designed, north-facing homestead sits within an enchanting country garden and has three double bedrooms and a loft with a private entrance. The double-island chef's kitchen has ample storage and bench space, and the adjoining living area has high cathedral ceilings that maximise year-round sunshine. An open fire and log burner ensure warm and cosy winter months. You will be the envy of your family and friends with large stacking doors opening to a patio, with an outdoor fire and pizza oven helping to take social entertaining to the next level. This property sits on 6.3176ha of productive land and has an additional self-contained cottage with an open plan kitchen and living area, and a large bathroom. This makes it an exciting proposition for those wanting to work from home, host extended family or enjoy a convenient side-income. The lifestyle block includes seven fenced paddocks (five in pasture and two lucerne), a five-bay hayshed, a glasshouse, raised veggie gardens and fruit and nut trees, and two large water tanks for storage. There are garages for four cars. This property is in the ever-popular Loburn community within a 6km drive to Rangiora, and in the beautiful landscape of North Canterbury. It epitomises the good life and we are sure once you see and experience it you will never want to leave.

Auction

Superbly positioned on one of Loburn's most desirable roads. This delightful property is perfectly set up as a boutique horse agistment and training facility and has been run as a small beef breeding enterprise. It is offered to the market by vendors who are determined to achieve a result. Inside, this sun-drenched four-bedroom home, the layout favours both cosy family living and entertaining, featuring an open plan kitchen, dining, and living area adjoining an additional summer house-style living space that flows effortlessly to the garden. A separate lounge offers an alternative space to relax in comfort and a generous family bathroom. Two heat pumps, under floor heating and a gas fire add to the welcoming ambience, promising year-round comfort for you and your family. Outside, one could be forgiven for thinking your closest neighbour was a world away in this sheltered spot, with established trees and sun-soaked grounds conspiring to create an idyllic setting for entertaining or unwinding with family and friends. There are ample sheds, with a greenhouse, hay shed, and tack shed, all accessible with generous yard space. Beyond the house, a laneway takes you to the below paddocks, which are sown in horse friendly pasture. A special bonus is river access, which is exciting for horse rides and swimming. The location - right in the centre of the Loburn primary school zone - makes this the perfect spot for families with children. Outside the gate, horse riding or cycling can be explored with options of quiet country roads. It is an easy commute to Rangiora and all its amenities and Christchurch City and Airport is within easy reach. There is lots to love about this delightful property, and interest is sure to come from a range of prospective buyers looking to enjoy this popular area of North Canterbury. With our vendors committed to the next chapter in their lives a change of ownership is inevitable, and immediate action is required. Contact me now for more information.

By Negotiation

If peace and privacy are what you are after, then look no further - here it is. Located on tranquil and quiet Smarts Road, just a short drive from Rangiora, you will find a fantastic entry-level lifestyle property with privacy, direct river access and unique land contours. This is an excellent opportunity to get yourself into the lifestyle way of living at an exceptionally affordable price! Positioned for privacy and shelter this low-maintenance home has neutral paint and carpet through-out and comprises of two bedrooms, one bathroom and a separate laundry.The open plan sunny kitchen/dining/living areas are warmed by a log burner and the heat is circulated throughout the house via a heat transfer system. Adjacent to the home is a 2 bay barn, 25,000l water tank with a 3.5 year old pump. There is plenty of paddock space for grazing animals, with a combination of flat paddocks around the house. Beyond the mature tree lot, which is ready to be cut for firewood, are two terraces providing more grazing and access to the river below. With new fencing and safe road riding for horse lovers at your gate, if you have been contemplating a move to the country, but would like to be within an easy drive of Rangiora, this property is well worth your consideration. It is very rare that an entry level lifestyle property comes to the market in Loburn, so don't miss out - interest will invariably be high. Your immediate action is advised - contact me today for further details.

From $495,000