Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
12pm, Wed 21 Oct 2026
Discover a truly special lifestyle property where modern contemporary design meets the relaxed spirit of the Kiwi countryside.
Set on approximately five acres in the heart of the rural village of Waikari, this architecturally designed home offers a rare combination of space, privacy, productivity and residential zoning - providing genuine flexibility and potential for the future.
Completed in 2010, the home was designed for effortless living, with a focus on functionality, low maintenance and a strong connection between the indoors and outdoors. Fully insulated and featuring double-glazed thermal-break windows, it is designed for year-round comfort, complemented by a log burner on wetback for the cooler months.
A large, sheltered courtyard provides an exceptional outdoor living space - perfect for entertaining, long summer lunches or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
Beyond the home, the established gardens and hazelnut orchard create a productive and picturesque setting, complemented by a variety of mature fruit trees and areas of woodland. The property is fully irrigated, with its own established bore as well as mains water, providing excellent water infrastructure for the extensive grounds and orchard.
Country living with village convenience.
Although the property enjoys a wonderfully peaceful rural feel, it sits right within the heart of Waikari. Waikari Primary School is directly opposite, while the village offers a local medical centre, cafes, garages and practical services, as well as the historic Star Hotel.
The location provides an appealing balance between country and convenience, with Christchurch within easy reach and Hanmer Springs and the wider North Canterbury region close enough to enjoy regularly.
Lifestyle today, potential for tomorrow.
The residential zoning and approximately five-acre landholding add another dimension to this property. Alongside its appeal as an established lifestyle property, it may also attract buyers interested in exploring future development opportunities, subject to council requirements and approvals.
For those looking to downsize from a larger rural property, this offers the opportunity to retain space, gardens, an established orchard and a genuine country lifestyle without taking on a large farm. For families, lifestyle buyers or those looking for a property with room to evolve, the possibilities are equally compelling.
Private, productive and beautifully presented, this is a property that needs to be experienced to be truly appreciated.
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