Merivale Secret - $599,000 neg over - $570000

Description

You will have driven past this house nestled in behind its brick wall so many times and probably never noticed it. This is a truly special property, in heartland Merivale. Set in a stunning cottage garden with delphiniums, hollyhocks, roses and established trees, this is a beautiful character home so rarely available in Merivale today. Beautifully, and sympathetically renovated and updated to an incredibly high standard From the polished floors to the ceiling roses, the wood panelling to the sleek tiled bathroom, this home oozes charm, style and warmth. On its own 506 sq m section with the joy of living so close to all the amenities that Merivale is famous for. A short stroll to the Mall, the coffee shops and restaurants. Christchurch Girls' and Christchurch Boys' school zones, Elmwood, Heaton and short distance to all the private schools. Three bedrooms, master with its original tiled fireplace. Separate formal living with french doors opening to the west, and still retaining the original timber and tile fireplace with new logburner. A heat transfer systems distributes the heat to the rest of the house. Superb new kitchen with wall oven, gas hob and bifold windows, french doors and stable door opening to the sheltered garden ideal for bbqing and outdoor entertaining. A perfect setting for grown ups but also plenty of room for the children to play. Separate dining area with the original coal range (still works!). Take the time to come and look. This is an exceptional property