Louisa Harmer

Nestled in the heart of Waikari, 50 Princes Street is a truly remarkable property that offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. This stunning home not only features an amazing house with a huge section, but it also boasts a wonderful garden and an impressive vegetable garden, ready for the winter crop to be planted.As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a perfect lounge that exudes warmth and modern comfort, setting the tone for an inviting and cozy living experience. With three well-appointed bedrooms and one bathroom, this home is ideal for families seeking a warm and welcoming environment where all the hard work has been done for them.The property's exterior is equally impressive, with a spacious double garage and a convenient carport, allowing you to drive straight under cover. The section truly offers everything you need, ensuring a lifestyle of convenience and ease. With fiber broadband recently installed, you'll enjoy lightning-fast internet connectivity for all your online needs.Perhaps the most remarkable aspect of this property is its prime location in the heart of Waikari, a sought-after neighborhood that offers easy access to all the amenities and conveniences one could desire.Whether you're seeking a comfortable family home, an inviting garden, or a prime location that puts you at the center of it all, 50 Princes Street is a must-see property that ticks all the boxes. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to make it your own.

Introducing the last available 7.5 Hectare Truffle Lifestyle Block in the heart of Waikari. With one block already under offer, you'll need to act quickly to secure this extraordinary opportunity.The opportunities to forge your dream truffle lifestyle are endless on this property. You could operate as a truffle supplier, offering your prized harvest to discerning chefs and markets. Or open your doors to truffle enthusiasts, hosting educational experiences and hunts. With its pristine natural backdrop, the property offers an idyllic setting for weddings, retreats, farm-to-table culinary events and agrotourism ventures. The flat lands, hill paddocks and potential building sites allow you to truly make this bespoke property your own.If you're looking for the perfect lifestyle property to build on near Waikari, offering beautiful views and privacy from any neighbouring, then this is an excellent option to consider.The Waikari area itself is nestled in the picturesque Hurunui District of North Canterbury, surrounded by rolling hills, valleys, and the nearby Hurunui and Waiau Rivers. Properties in this region especially this one provide panoramic views of the rural landscapes, with the Southern Alps as a magnificent backdrop.Both blocks feature flourishing truffle orchards, the property originally chosen to mimic the finest European conditions for truffles. Tuber Melanosporan and Tuber Brumale, truffle varieties renowned for their exquisite flavour, exist in abundance. Year after year it has produced and had good harvested between the two blocks, And thanks to a complete holistic and ecological approach, minimal maintenance and labour is required to keep producing.With now only one block on offer, that provides a breath-taking view. For those seeking to embrace sustainability, an off-grid option is highly recommended, providing the freedom to live in harmony with the environment.

Welcome to 81 Stock Grove Road, where tranquility meets modern living. Tucked away on a private sealed road, this stunning property boasts two dwellings on 4.5 hectares of land.The main family home offers spacious open-plan living, four bedrooms, and a separate lounge as well as a study room and one bathroom two toilets, creating a contemporary ambiance. With all the hard work already completed, you can simply move in and start enjoying the serene surroundings.The second dwelling, a brand new 2024 build, features one bedroom plus playroom/study, a family lounge, and a separate bathroom. Equipped with modern amenities including a log burner, two ovens, and various bonuses, this space offers comfort and convenience.Enjoy breathtaking views of the hills from the property, which also includes two fenced paddocks planted with Lucerne, fescue, and equine pasture. The established gardens and massive vegetable garden are perfect for those with a green fingers. Plenty of shed space featuring the closed in bay all set up for you to walk in with all your tools.For moments of relaxation, indulge in a glass of wine or a cup of tea in the garden's green room, a versatile space that can be adapted to suit your needs. Experience the perfect blend of rural charm and contemporary living, lots of hard work has gone into making this property their dream place, now it's time for them to downsize and let someone else enjoy the magical spot they call home.

Woodfield has its own independent well water supply, 21 Solar panels and two full residential dwellings on 5.9ha of sheltered parklike grounds not to mention the veggie and herb gardens which are prolific producers, as well as a good size chook run giving you everything you need. Perfect scenario for a family with grandparents in tow. The approx. 56m2 studio cottage is semi detached from the main three bedroom home. It is open plan and fully equipped with laundry/bathroom, kitchen etc. Between the main house and cottage is a freezer room and single garage, both homes have log fires. The main dwelling has had a kitchen extension and refit 8 years ago. It is on three levels with a queen bedroom up four stairs and a master ensuite on the upper level. The third bedroom is currently an office on the ground floor, but easily takes two sets bunks or similar. The home is very rustic and private featuring tinted windows. The cottage comes fully furnished, (1 queen & 1 single bed) and has been used as a "woofer" accommodation. There is a single plus garage behind the main home with a covered walkway, a portacom, sleepout, woodshed, 3 bay full height barn, 3 bay versatile open front barn, two covered sand yards and a 20ft container. Three Tunnel houses and massive veggie gardens. You would never need to go shopping again if you wished and all organically grown. Plenty of horse paddocks and one larger paddock at the rear to run stock.

Sit back, relax and live the good life here.This delightful, fully renovated A Frame home sits on a very peaceful 2.1 ha in warm and welcoming North Canterbury.The home has 3 bedrooms, 2 lounges, 2 bathrooms, home office and an easy, open living area. Upstairs is a generous master bedroom with walk in wardrobe, and it's own balcony overlooking your land, perfect for the morning's first coffee. Also, upstairs is the second bedroom, bathroom and home office. Downstairs is the third bedroom and its adjacent private lounge have been used successfully as an AirBnB. A large bathroom and separate laundry complete the downstairs - with the kitchen and lounge leading out to a large deck with ClearLight roofing. The home is heated with two heat pumps, and has gas heated water.Things stay special outdoors too, with a great network of sheds, 5 well fenced paddocks and reliable stock water. There is a great array of fruit and nut trees, a glasshouse and expansive lawns.Located only minutes from the Parnassus Roadhouse Cafe, 16km from Cheviot, and only 50km to Kaikoura, it is only a short yet stunning drive to all amenities.Priced to sell at $695,000 - act quickly to secure your key to relaxed living!

Introducing Two Spectacular 7.5 Hectare (Subject to Survey) Lifestyle Blocks with Thriving Truffle Orchards! Imagine waking up to those views and the delightful scent of truffles in the air. Nestled in the heart of Waikari, these lifestyle blocks offer the perfect blend of privacy, climate and an incredible investment opportunity. Both blocks feature flourishing truffle orchards, the property originally chosen to mimic the finest European conditions for truffles. Tuber Melanosporan and Tuber Brumale, truffle varieties renowned for their exquisite flavor, exist in abundance. Year after year, a harvest of 150kg (combined) has been achieved. And thanks to a completely holistic and ecological approach, minimal maintenance and labor is required to keep producing. Build Your Dream Home Here! With two blocks on offer, each providing a breath-taking view, you can take your pick. For those seeking to embrace sustainability, an off-grid option is highly recommended, providing the freedom to live in harmony with the environment. Block A has a great sized paddock at the front with a wonderful spot to build (see hut in pictures) With the truffle block tucked in behind you, this block has a gradual incline to it and has the most wonderful views. Block B offers flat and hill land. The truffle block is on the flat with a beautiful natural spring in the paddock behind it and a hill paddock that takes in sweeping views of the Waikari Basin. Once you see these blocks in person you will be amazed. The land offers great privacy, and plenty of spots to take your choice on where to build. With only a short walking distance to the town amenities and a quick drive to Amberly you are placed in a very great spot. Truffle harvest GPS locations available for the 2020/2021 season. Please contact us to chat about these wonderful blocks.

Situated on 13 hectares this beautiful 303m2 four bedroom, two bathroom, multiple living area home, includes a top of the line kitchen with butler's pantry, open plan dining, living, separate laundry, and lots of storage. The dwelling, built in 2012, is heated by two wood burners, underfloor heating, and air conditioning, with electricity assisted by solar panels and an American Skystream wind turbine. There is excellent indoor/outdoor flow creating inviting spaces for entertaining and secluded living, including an outdoor BBQ area and swimming pool, all surrounded by established hedges, specimen trees, lawn, numerous fruit trees, vegetable gardens, a glasshouse, natives and spring bulbs. Support buildings include an American style barn, a stand alone three car garage in addition to the internal access four car garaging. The soil is described as Pahau deep silt over clay, with some Mayfield silt loam. There is garden irrigation from the large storage tank The land is currently leased, so there are options to continue, or run your own stock. Enjoy the privacy and seclusion and exceptional views this property offers. The friendly community of Cheviot is close by with all its amenities, including a medical centre, sports and service clubs and the beach at Gore Bay is popular. The nearby Waiau River offers recreational activities and Kaikoura is within an hours drive. In the other direction Christchurch International Airport is within 1.5 hours. Viewing will impress.Price includes GST.