Winchester-Geraldine Highway, Geraldine, Timaru

It's an absolute pleasure to present Chartwell to the market for the first time in its 48 years. The beautifully designed, furnished and meticulously maintained home, has been adored by its current owners, and being tucked away discreetly up the top of Forest Road, only a short stroll from the heart of Village, it must also be one of Geraldine's best kept secrets. The two storied character red brick house with black detailing strikes a commanding presence that is softened by well-established landscaping, creating an overall sense of elegance and charm. Inside on the ground floor the striking dark stained exposed tudor style beams are a key feature of the open plan modern kitchen/dining/living area heated by log burner and heat pump, with lovely views out over Geraldine. There is also a separate generous formal lounge with garden views and an open fire. Both living areas flow effortlessly out onto the verandah, that creates a private and peaceful spot for one to enjoy the garden and birdsong. There is a second heat pump in the hallway that leads to the internal access carpeted garage with electric door, a shower and vanity, a separate guest toilet, the enclosed outside laundry and the staircase to the second floor. The four bedrooms all with built in wardrobes, and three with gorgeous dorma windows, are all located on the second floor, along with a separate toilet, and a second bathroom. There is also a wonderful landing area at the top of the staircase with a feature window providing views out across Geraldine to the coast. An added surprise is the large, carpeted basement area with power that is accessed externally and could cater for a myriad of uses from a games room, to home office, to even having Air BnB potential. Outside is a carport with covered ramp access to the homes back door, plenty of off street parking, and discreet wood storage areas all set among very well landscaped grounds. This home must be viewed to be truly appreciated, prompt action is recommended.

$870,000

Opposite Geraldine's Primary School on a flat section this property makes a great first home, family home, downsizing option, or rental investment. It's had a full exterior repaint, is double glazed, well insulated, has two modern heat pumps, an HRV system, and even has solar hot water! The open plan kitchen/dining/living area has easy access to the separate laundry, separate shower room and toilet, and there is a generous separate lounge, two double bedrooms, one single bedroom, and a bathroom with a vanity and bath. The private yet open backyard has fruit trees, an outside bath, a single garage with car port and additional storage sheds. With the potential to add further value, this is a great opportunity for astute buyers!

Buyers $445,000+

This beautifully presented and well-appointed 3.67ha (more or less) lifestyle property on the outskirts of Geraldine is being sold for the very first time in its 33 years, creating a rare opportunity not to be missed! The 240m2 modernised home is centrally positioned on the land, and well orientated to maximise sun and mountain views. Very little of the home can be seen from the roadside, as it is nestled among established and beautifully landscaped gardens and grounds - that have evolved over time creating a very private, peaceful and much loved family haven. One enters the property via electric gates that lead to a generous yard from where you can access the home, the 10m x 7m studio/home office/gym etc. and single garage/workshop, and the 9m x 9m two bay shed with electric roller doors, 2nd shower and 3rd toilet. The home itself has a wonderful feel, comprising of 3 generous double bedrooms all with built in wardrobes and a single bedroom or home office also with a built in wardrobe. The heart of the home really is the stunning fresh and modern open plan kitchen with stone bench tops and scullery that seamlessly flows to the dining area and main living space, and additional connected second living space - absolutely perfect for entertaining family and friends. The icing on the cake is the superb indoor-outdoor flow both from the dining and living areas, enabling one to make the most of the outdoor living areas, gardens and grounds. But wait there's more, the home also has a gorgeous tiled bathroom, separate guest toilet, and internal access double garage where the laundry and a second toilet are located. Warmth is never an issue thanks to a modern log burner, HRV with heat transfer, a heat pump and the home has the added convenience of gas hot water Outside you will find raised vegetable gardens, flower beds, a woodshed, a lawnmower shed, cattle loading yards, a small bluegum wood lot, and several well fenced paddocks, suitable for a range of stock - and absolutely perfect for horse lovers with a dressage arena for hire on the neighbouring property. The property is serviced by bore water, and is bordered by a creek on the eastern boundary. Needless to say, this is a very well thought out quality lifestyle property, that has benefitted from continual enhancements over its 33 years. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity!

$1,140,000