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<b>KARAKA HEARTLAND - LOCATION, QUALITY AND DESIGN</b> ULTIMATE IN LIFESTYLE The Land : Turn onto the wide curved drive lined by Magnolia trees and post and rail fencing, and you enter 11 plus acres of pure peace and privacy. As you approach the house, the drive continues to the large Barn straight ahead and veers left to the generous parking area in front of the triple garaging. The remaining land is fenced with post and rail to nine paddocks each with a trough served by Bore water as is the home garden via an irrigation system and taps. There is also power to each paddock and Hawthorn hedge shelter belts are well established. The house gardens are extensive and very pretty, incorporating some specimen plantings including a Lime and Pear tree. The entry to the home features standard Iceberg Roses and Olive trees, framed by Boxus hedging, the grey and white blending nicely with the exterior of the home. A formal Rose bed has also been established and there are other islands of mainly easy care plantings. A well established orchard boasts Peaches, Nectarines, Apples ( several varieties ), Mandarin and Grapefruit trees plus an Almond tree in generous production. The Barn : A high stud roller door provides access to the main Gable section of the building and there is a lean to on the northern side of the barn that has already been divided to three bays, these could easily be converted to stables. The other side has also been developed as a horse float shelter. In very good condition, the barn has a metal floor and power is connected. The Residence : Architecturally designed and built by a local builder of some renown, Harry Van der Putten, the home was placed third in the House of The Year awards for 1999. The spacious entry is finished with tile flooring and has an open void incorporating the stairs to the upper Master Suite, adjacent is a guest Powder room with toilet and vanity. The office is also here, spacious and overlooking the front entry, well placed so business does not encroach on family life. The décor throughout the home is of neutral cream walls, forest green carpet while the tiles are a mix of both the above plus a soft shade of Apricot. The hall, family room, kitchen and all wet areas are tiled. Formal Lounge & Dining : Double doors lead from the entry to the step down Formal Lounge and dining area. Loads of natural light from the bank of picture windows plus twin Bi-fold doors that lead to the outdoor patio area. Family Living : Easy living at it’s best, open plan to the kitchen, with natural flow to the outside entertainment area. The ceilings over the kitchen/family room area are raked and finished in blonded pine sarking, as is the built in wall unit that provides a bookcase, cupboards and TV alcove. This area has underfloor heating and enjoys lots of natural light, plenty of room for informal dining or a perfect place for supervising homework. Kitchen : Any chef would be happy to create here, the bifold windows open to both the view, and the entertaining area, great to keep an eye on children in the family room or hold a conversation with family and guests at BBQ time. The joinery is in the softest of greens, the benches are Granite, wrap around and include a breakfast bar. The features are numerous and I have listed some : * Double pantry * Generous other cupboards * Waste master * Display Cupboard * Double Wall ovens * Range hood * Dishwasher * Stainless steel appliances * Gas Hobs * Granite Bench Tops * Integrated Fridge/Freezer * Full Height Pull Out Rack The Hall : Provides terrific storage and we noted a walk in Linen cupboard warmed by the hot water cylinder. There is also a coat cupboard and two more double shelved storage areas. Family Bathroom : Features a double vanity, in-floor shower and raised corner bath with quiet views across the garden. Well appointed with shaving point, heated towel rail and wall heater, the walls tiled to almost dado height in white with green Listello. Bedrooms : Three in all on this level, all generous doubles with their own attractive views. The third overlooks the gardens and enjoys an outside access. In close proximity to the bathroom, this is a nice guest room. Master Suite : Generous proportions here, finished in soft creams, and away from the maddening crowds, ( very private ). The front wall is mostly glass opening to the outside and taking advantage of the gentle views. A walk through fitted dressing room plus two double fitted robes take care of the clothing and the luxurious ensuite is of generous proportions and features a fully tiled walk in shower, vanity and recessed toilet area. Another feature of the master suite is the landing at the top of the staircase. Wooden Louvres open to the kitchen/family area below and allow the warmth to permeate this upper level. Garage : The attached triple garaging has a single and double automated sectional doors, internal access to the home and for convenience a phone station. Laundry : Super size, with built in shelf and drawer, an ironing station plus the rear entry to the garden is here, past an outside full height cupboard and the gas bottle area. Also included here, a toilet and shower. Summary : A perfect example of why Karaka is fast becoming a top rural Lifestyle location for the Auckland region. This is my idea of luxurious living. A lifestyle property that pampers all who reside there, the living areas both formal and informal are spacious, the working areas of the home are well appointed and include five phone stations. The perfect entertainer, the gardens are well set out though not yet fully mature. Room for pets plus any horse would be more than happy to hang up the saddle here. There are varying expansive views from all parts of this property, while the overall ambience is PRIVATE, PEACEFUL AND RELAXING. Great To Come Home To. LOCATION KARAKA is generally regarded as one of the prime rural locations in South Auckland, being synonymous with high quality dairying country and the heart of New Zealand’s fast growing thoroughbred industry, handy to the Karaka Bloodstock Center and Motorway access. The many Lifestyle lots feature substantial quality homes. The schooling is excellent both State Primary and Secondary or the new Strathallan private Campus are within easy reach.