26 Heaton Street, Merivale - Christchurch City, Canterbury 8052

When compromise just isn't an option, the outcome speaks for itself. During the current owner's 24-year tenure this magnificent property has been extensively renovated and extended to provide a superior level of accommodation while maintaining the character features reminiscent of its era.

Built circa 1925, this 2006sqm site today boasts a stately 373sqm single-level dwelling with generous room sizes and spaces offering diverse functionality. Flexible living options and future-proofing have been achieved through thoughtful planning and design, and an attention to detail which is impressive and inspiring.

The garage/outbuilding is notable in its own right. Three-car vehicle garaging is complemented by an enclosed trailer port with direct internal and external access, large dedicated workshop, cellar, and utility shed. On the second level the loft has fixed shelving with a central hallway which runs the length of the building. No detail overlooked ... a ramped mower-cleaning dock brings the soiled implement to a comfortable working height for de-grassing. A covered walkway provides protection from the elements linking the garage and the house, and there is ample off-street parking on the forecourt.

The home has four substantial bedrooms, the master with a twin ensuite and walk-through dressing rooms. There is an office and a studio either of which could easily serve as additional bedrooms or guest quarters if required. A formal dining room of majestic proportions with its large picture window overlooks the expansive lawn area with mature trees and established perimeter gardens; and with billiard room lights already in place the ultimate use of this room may just come down to who wins the coin toss! The view is shared from the sunroom which adjoins the formal lounge with its quarry stone mantle fireplace and colonial window styling.

A sheltered patio flows seamlessly from the tiled entranceway or family room - perfect for al fresco dining with servery windows from the kitchen and in the lee of prevailing winds. An open plan kitchen/dining/family area forms the central hub of the home and is the control centre for the myriad of high spec gadgetry and chattel content - from heated ceiling panels, home entertainment, security gates and the guest detector.
Undoubtedly 'blue chip' real estate - thanks to the insightfulness of city forefather Robert Heaton Rhodes who in 1914 offered parcels of his land for tender with covenants restricting minimum value and conformity to "a certain style". Today the neighbourhood vaunts opulence with property titles referencing the family names of some of our city's most influential and successful business people.

Sited directly opposite the entrance to Elmwood Park, 26 Heaton Street is an easy commute from Merivale Mall, local recreational facilities, and community amenities. The property is zoned for prestigious Elmwood Normal, Heaton Intermediate, and Christchurch Boys and Girls High Schools.

Call Andrew today to arrange your visit. Property ID: #NB3108