***Viewing by appointment only, please call me to arrange a time*** ***Please Note: This property has a shared driveway, please do not enter without permission as you will not be able to turn around without entering someone's private property.*** A rare opportunity to secure an enviable lifestyle property just minutes from Rangiora! This presents an exciting opportunity for buyers seeking space, privacy, and country living without compromising on convenience. Set on just under two acres of established grounds, this warm and welcoming home has been thoughtfully updated while retaining its charming rural character. Constructed from a combination of brick and cedar, the home offers a timeless appeal and a relaxed lifestyle setting. It is a property full of personality, with clever and quirky touches that make it feel both cosy and surprisingly spacious. At the heart of the home is a beautifully renovated country-style kitchen featuring exposed timber accents and plenty of character. Generous living spaces include a large separate lounge with vaulted ceilings, adding light and a wonderful sense of space. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor flow with patio access from both the kitchen and lounge, creating the perfect space for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. The three bedrooms are well catered for by a family bathroom, complemented by the convenience of a separate toilet. Upstairs, the master retreat enjoys an updated ensuite and private balcony, providing the perfect place to unwind and take in the rural outlook. Year-round comfort is assured with a wood burner, gas fire, and heat pump. Outside, the established grounds are a real highlight along with the infrastructure which is well suited to lifestyle living. A substantial 81m2 detached garage and a three-bay implement shed (10mx8m) provides excellent storage, room for hobbies or workspace options. Tucked away in a little glade at the bottom of the garden is a charming wee hut with its own tiny deck - a delightful retreat for reading, relaxing, working or simply enjoying the garden. Water is supplied via the Ashley Rural Water Scheme, delivering approximately 1,800 litres per day, and is complemented by the property's own septic system. Lifestyle properties of this size, quality, and location are always in strong demand, particularly when they offer the perfect balance of rural living and easy access to Rangiora, local schools, Ashley River reserve and so much more. Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly hard to find, and interested buyers are encouraged to act quickly. If you're looking for something with a little more soul, a little more space and plenty of room to make it your own, 33 Max Wallace Drive is well worth discovering. Don't miss your chance to secure this sought-after lifestyle property before someone else does.

Deadline Sale 28 October 2026

If the idea of a Loburn lifestyle appeals, but four hectares of paddocks and endless weekend mowing doesn’t, this could be the sweet spot you’ve been looking for! Privately tucked away and surrounded by a genuine rural outlook, this beautifully established property delivers space, privacy and plenty of versatility, without the workload that usually comes with a larger holding. What’s inside: The beautifully appointed kitchen sets the scene, with stone benchtops, a walk-in pantry, twin wall ovens and induction cooking making everything from busy mornings to relaxed entertaining feel effortless. From here, the living spaces are designed to be enjoyed, with two areas giving you room to gather, relax (or escape!), while the wood burner keeps things warm and inviting year-round. Three genuine bedrooms plus a dedicated office mean there’s space for everyone, while the master suite adds a touch of luxury with its walk-in robe, tiled ensuite and double shower. What’s outside: Here’s where things get seriously interesting! The established setting includes fenced paddocks, landscaping and an awesome entertaining area complete with pizza oven and outdoor fire, while more than half the property is protected and maintained by a QEII Trust covenant. Then there’s the workshop, with two bays plus an office with kitchenette, team room and bathroom, three-phase power and separate metering. Work from home, run a business, store the toys and enjoy having room for everything - this is versatility at its best. Why you’ll love living here: Situated in the heart of Loburn, if you are looking for a rural lifestyle, while Rangiora and everyday amenities remain within easy reach – this is it! You will be able to spread out, breathe the country air, set up your business from here if you choose, and enjoy the best bits of country living without workload of a full 4hec life-sentence. Have questions? Would like to view? Whatever you need, please just ask!

Deadline Sale 21 October 2026

Privately positioned at the end of a peaceful lane and elevated approximately 350 metres above sea level, 165 Ashley Gorge Road offers an exceptional lifestyle setting with spectacular panoramic views stretching across the Canterbury Plains towards the Port Hills. Set across approximately 4.19 hectares, with around 1.2 hectares of developed land complemented by natural scrub and pockets of pine on the steeper slopes, this secluded property delivers space, privacy and nature right on your doorstep. Built in 2021, the contemporary 192sqm architectural home has been designed for effortless modern living. Polished concrete floors flow throughout, enhanced by zoned hydronic underfloor heating, while ducted air conditioning and a well-appointed log fire provide year-round comfort. At the heart of the home is a generous contemporary kitchen complete with a premium walk-in butler's pantry and plenty of space for entertaining. Four spacious bedrooms include a private master retreat with ensuite and beautiful outlooks. Outside, extensive landscaping, new post-and-rail fencing and a new driveway enhance the move-in-ready appeal. Adding serious versatility is the impressive 18m x 9m (162sqm) industrial shed, featuring a concrete floor, lighting, multiple power points and industrial roller doors, alongside a double carport. High-speed internet is supported by a Starlink repeater system, while council-supplied water and storage tanks add to the property's practical infrastructure. Warm, inviting and wonderfully secluded, this is a peaceful hideaway where breathtaking views, contemporary comfort and country living come together. Private, peaceful and move-in ready - this is modern country living with space, scenery and an outlook that is hard to beat. To request the property files for this property, please copy and paste the following link into your browser:https://www.propertybrokers.co.nz/lifestyle/sale/165-ashley-gorge-road-rd1-oxford-waimakariri

Deadline Sale 15 October 2026