Situated in the quaint township of Turakina and only a leisurely 15-minute drive to the heart of Whanganui is this gorgeous colonial cottage nestled amongst established trees on an idyllic quarter acre section. Built circa 1880 and boasting original features including high stud ceilings, native timber flooring, staircase, drying rack, ornate mantelpieces and Shacklock Orion Coalrange. There is room for the whole family with three bedrooms split amongst the two levels, cosy family room, combined bathroom and laundry plus a farmhouse style kitchen that is spacious and bright. Catering for a semi-self-sufficient lifestyle, this property features a variety of fruit trees (x3 plum, peach, pear, nectarine, lemon, feijoa and raspberry), established vegetable gardens and three tanks that capture the rain water.

By morning you can sit on your sheltered front verandah with a cuppa and watch the world go by before retreating to your private backyard to enjoy a good book in the afternoon sun in the picturesque setting. There is an inviting outdoor area to enjoy entertaining family and friends during the long summer days or simply lockup and head to nearby Koitiata (Turakina Beach) for swimming and fishing. The barn style shed adds further charm to the property while lending itself as a hobby room or workshop with the added benefit of two mezzanine floors for storage space. There is also ample off-street parking. Rewired in 2018 and with solid piles and a good roof, you can simply move in and enjoy. The central location provides access to a range of quality secondary schools, UCOL and Massey University, as well as being an easy commute to Ohakea, Whanganui and Palmerston North for work. It's only a short drive to Taupo, Wellington and New Plymouth for weekend getaways, plus a quick flight away from Auckland and the South Island.

Call Sapphire today to book a viewing. Calling all offers to be in by 4pm, Friday 12th February 2021 (will not be sold prior).

CHATTELS  Drapes   |   Electric Stove   |   Electric Hob   |   Light Fittings   |   Net Curtains   |   Smoke Detectors x2   |   Washing Machine Taps   |   Water Tanks x3   |   Free Standing Cupboard (laundry/bathroom)   |   Water Pump   |    (Excluded Chattels: 2x Bookcases (Bedroom downstairs)   |   Spa)