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131 River Road

Dargaville Northland

5
2
180 m²
2871 m²
House
Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

Reside, Subdivide or Both

Buyers over $650,000 must view this - call today for your appointment! Steeped in historical character with native kauri throughout, this stately double bay villa, circa 1898, with an extensive 2,870 sqm of land, zoned commercial/industrial in the council operative plan, and residential in the future plan, the property offers development potential and many other possibilities. Fenced on three sides you could subdivide into several titles to free up renovation funds (Discuss your vision with the council planner), add a granny flat for extended family, put in your very own large veggie garden to augment the plethora of mature fruit trees The stately home, resplendent with high ceilings, wide hallway, kauri floorboards, double-sided fireplace and sash windows is genuinely spacious. With 180 sqm excluding the garage and sheds - there are five bedrooms: two doubles and three singles, variously featuring French doors, beautiful stained glass windows and soothing river views. There are two bathrooms one with a rimu box cistern with internal copper workings, and a magnificent restored, authentic claw foot, roll-top bath. The other is combined with the laundry. The farmhouse style kitchen has all modern conveniences yet is authentically simple in style. has an original built-in hutch for crockery storage. The open plan style flows to the lounge/dining. 'Willie' Brown - of Brown Bros Boat Builders, Aratapu, is credited with the craftsmanship build circa 1898. From Aratapu, barged in its entirety up river to Dargaville circa 1922 to be positioned on this prime cul de sac location in a peaceful part of town with unrivalled views of the northern Wairoa River. This home is a haven away from the hustle and bustle and screams opportunity! The vendor is motivated. Don't delay, call today! Viewings by appointment. Enquire via the advertising website for a full information pack. www.rwwhangarei.co.nz/WHC38773

Features

5 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
180 m² floor area
2871 m² lot size
House

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