62 Mill Street, Ongaonga, Central Hawkes Bay

If your dream is to escape the hustle of town and create your own slice of lifestyle paradise, give the kids freedom to run and play and wake up with green space around you, this modern three bedroom home is a fantastic lifestyle opportunity. Relocated to this 8,261m2 section a couple of years ago, the house has been transformed with a lot of love, leaving just a few finishing touches for the new owners. With a couple of paddocks and plenty of green space, this is a very well priced slice of paradise. The house has a lovely open plan living, dining and kitchen which is bathed in all day sun and works seamlessly for family life or entertaining. There is plenty of space inside and doors to either side for that much wanted indoor outdoor flow. There are three bedrooms, a family bathroom with bath, shower and vanity with a separate toilet to the side of the separate laundry. Being relocated to the site means the functional fittings and features are all newly installed and inside there is new flooring, a fantastic ducted heat pump for heating and cooling and a new woodburner set to be installed. The house is well insulated and has gas hot water. There is good water supply with two water 25,000L tanks, a septic system, small garden shed and vegetable gardens. There is plenty of space for a garage or shed to be added and large parking area with a spot for the trailer or caravan. Ideally positioned in the country but only minutes to Waipawa and an easy commute further north, this is a lovely home with a warm and welcoming feeling that is ready for someone new to come and add their own touches inside and out.

Buyers $635,000+

This 2023 built Branderson Home, beautifully configured upon 7,356m2 (1.81 acres) of land, offers an exceptional standard of lifestyle living near the historic village of Ongaonga. Impeccably presented, the uncomplicated design maximises every square metre to its full potential while the quality finishes make this home feel as good as it looks. There's the sun filled open plan living, complete with a well spec'd kitchen and walk-in pantry while sliders extend the spacious living spaces out to an expansive north-facing entertainers' deck complete with included spa pool, perfectly positioned to enjoy the sun and views. Family living is made easy with three double bedrooms, all opening out to the deck, while the master suite is its own sanctuary with walk-in wardrobe and well-appointed ensuite along with a full family bathroom, a separate laundry, and winter comfort is assured by a freestanding wood burner, heat pump, and heat transfer system. Outside no stone has been left unturned (or is out of place!) with the addition of a large three bay implement shed with two bays enclosed and one bay open, large forecourt parking, wood and garden shedding, with pet paddock to the front. Located on the cusp of the picturesque village of Ongaonga in the heart of rural Central Hawke's Bay, renowned for its historical origins and its collection of beautifully preserved Historic Places Category 1 and 2 buildings. Ongaonga is well equipped with many essential services, including thriving primary school, play centre, general store, tearooms, garage, museum while being a 15 minute drive to Waipukurau and 45 minutes to Hastings.

Buyers $875,000+

Built in 1890 to accommodate the headmaster of the local primary school, since then, this charming cottage aptly known as "The Old School House" has shown its resourcefulness having been utilised by successive owners as accommodation, gift shop and more recently a much-loved private residence. Sitting pretty behind its crisp white picket fence, don't be deceived by its traditional quaint facade, this is a sizable family home with large open plan living, four double bedrooms and gorgeous rusticated family bathroom. Modern enhancements include ducted heat pump, gas hot water (inside) and all new carpet throughout. In addition is a standalone three-room annex with two toilets and showers, modern garage with second street access provided by its corner positioning of its half-acre (2,023m2) section. Rainwater is collected into three large tanks. Located within the small country settlement of Ongaonga that's renowned for its historical identity, from here it's a pleasant stroll through the charming streets hosting a fine collection of beautifully preserved Historic Places Category 1 and 2 buildings to local amenities including primary school, play centre, general store, tearooms, garage, and iconic outdoor museum.

Buyers $545,000+