5 Rotherham Drive

West Melton Canterbury

418 m²

3978 m²

House

Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

Grand in Gainsborough

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 3pm, Thursday 26th November 2026 41E South Terrace, Darfield Beyond the electronic gates, a tree-lined drive curves towards 5 Rotherham Drive. Here in West Melton’s Gainsborough neighbourhood, a 418sqm (approx.) home sits on 3,978sqm (approx.) of established grounds. Both living areas open onto the same tiled patio, with a place for lunch beneath the pergola and room on the lawn for a proper game of backyard cricket. Inside, 2.7m ceilings lend height to the open plan kitchen, dining and living area. An elegant waterfall island anchors the kitchen, giving guests somewhere to pull up a stool while dinner takes shape. A gas hob, electric oven and walk-in pantry keep everything close at hand. Open the doors on either side of the living space and the garden becomes part of the room. Double doors lead to a separate lounge where you can settle in for a film while conversation carries on next door. A fire, two heat pumps and double glazing keep things comfortable through the seasons, with underfloor heating in the kitchen and bathrooms for chilly Canterbury mornings. The thoughtfully designed layout offers five bedrooms, including a spacious master suite with a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite featuring a tiled shower. Positioned at the opposite end of the home, the guest bedroom also enjoys its own ensuite, providing a private and comfortable retreat for visiting family or extended stays. The remaining three bedrooms are serviced by a well-appointed family bathroom with a bath and separate tiled shower. A dedicated office, separate laundry and additional toilet complete this spacious and practical layout. Car enthusiasts have their own reason to look twice. The carpeted, internal-access garage takes four cars, with attic storage overhead and generous sealed parking outside. Clipped hedges frame the fully fenced grounds, where broad lawns give way to established gardens and raised vegetable beds. Beyond the main patio, separate decks offer a quieter place to sit. Irrigation and a woodshed take care of the practicalities. For buyers looking ahead, the General Residential zoning offers subdivision potential, subject to council approval and buyer due diligence. For now, there’s something rather special about keeping all that space to yourself.