COUNTRY ESTATE

This substantial, two level colonial-style home, with its classic proportions, high gabled roof and charming dormer windows, faces north to enjoy all-day sun and glorious views to the Bryant range and Richmond ranges. Opposite, the outlook sweeps over vineyards and pasture to the Western ranges and the peak of Mt Arthur. It is an ever-changing panorama which can alter dramatically from a breathtaking sunrise or a sunlit landscape to a spectacular Nelson sunset.

The tranquil, 2.4859 hectare surroundings include park-like lawns, magnificent trees, gardens and pasture in two large, fully fenced paddocks, currently grazing beef cattle.

Built in 1999 to a generous scale, exterior construction of the 300 square metre home comprises a formal living room, an open-plan family room and sunroom, a dining area and kitchen, an office, four double bedrooms, three bathrooms, four toilets, a laundry and a remote controlled double garage.

Sliding glass doors and French doors in the family room, sun room and dining room combine with French doors in the guest bedroom to open up the house to verandahs, patios and courtyards to create a spacious environment for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. A 6-seater spa pool, on a raised deck and a sunken concrete-brick patio, with a built-in barbeque, are located in a sunny sheltered area at the rear.

There is a gas fire in the living room and under-floor heating throughout, which extends to the slate-tiled exterior area leading to the front entry. The only exceptions are the office and guest bedroom. Water is electrically heated and there are 180 litre hot water cylinders on both levels. There is Broadband and Sky TV reception.