11 Mokihinui Road, Seddonville, Buller

Echoes of days gone by, still emanate from this once busy Country Post Office. Converted to provide the basics of life, it offers a roof over your head, somewhere to shower and somewhere to sleep. Handy to the pub and great company, what else could you ask for in a classic Kiwi Weekender? Do what you want, when you want without a worry in the world. Grab a mate - Grab a crate and head for Seddonville.

$150,000

Originally built as Managers' accommodation for the Rough and Tumble Bush Lodge, 304 Mokihinui Road is a cozy sanctuary offering the perfect getaway for those seeking peace and adventure. As the closest private residence to the northern end of the renowned Old Ghost Road track, this property is a nature lover's paradise. Discover how the surrounding wilderness invites you to enjoy the sub-tropical low land forest and rich birdlife, including sightings of New Zealand's great spotted kiwi. Step inside this cozy cottage, and you'll find an open-plan layout blending the living room, kitchen, and dining area, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Double-glazed windows ensure your comfort all year round, while a heat pump keeps the space toasty during cooler months. Extend your living experience outdoors with the deck that wraps around two sides of the property, offering a front-row seat to nature beneath Mt Glasgow and overlooking the Mokihinui River. Sip your morning coffee on the deck, or savor a glass of wine under the stars, surrounded by the sounds of the great outdoors. Don't miss this opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in a sanctuary that promises unforgettable experiences. Book your viewing today to discover this amazing lifestyle living.

Buyers $385,000+

This 120-year-old house is in an excellent location on a rise, surrounded by hills and forest and with a stunning view of a waterfall. The garage, sheds and house are dilapidated and in dire need of thorough restoration. It's as though it was built and never maintained and gradually fell into disrepair, awaiting a saviour to come and replace its roof, piles, cladding, lining, wiring, plumbing, floor and windows...Oh, and the property boundary runs right through the middle of the house, so you will need to make a boundary adjustment at your expense with the amicable neighbour. If you're looking for a new house, this property is not for you. However, if you have the pockets, the skills and the temerity to fully renovate and restore this historic house, the endpoint will be an extraordinary home in a superb location. So, I'm seeking handy people with sufficient capital to buy the property, to fund the remedial work and with the desire to own a quaint colonial house in the historic settlement of Seddonville surrounded by natural beauty and coal-mining history. This lovely ode by an unknown poet is stencilled on an ancient hand-adzed beam in the house: "May the beauty of the mountains- the forests- the lakes-the oceans-the plants and the animals always strike music with you. May the harmony of nature always teach and provide for your kind. Now and forever. Seek peace within, and love abounds. Arohanui/Kiaora." If you seek a home that embraces this sentiment, and you can see what could be rather than what is, extract your chequebook, prepare your tools and get stuck into restoring this beauty, and, pretty soon, you'll be living these words. In summary, this isn't a mere "fixer-upper;" this is a project for the bold, the brave, and the slightly unhinged. If you've got the cash to splash, the skills to wield a hammer, and the courage to embark on a journey of architectural resurrection, welcome to your new home. Please call Paul today for additional information and to arrange an inspection of this charming project and opportunity to employ your home-renovation skills.

$115,000