Ashburton guardian, property january 16

Property January 16, 2015

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Charming character home in prime location 94 Middle Road The current owners have loved and maintained this home for the past 35 years, finding it a wonderful home to live in and raise a family.

The home is designed to be family friendly with three double bedrooms (two of them very spacious), fabulous formal lounge, and open plan kitchen dining living, heated by compliant log burner, opening through to beautifully private and sheltered patio and garden beyond. Two garages plus carport and plenty of off street parking.

Fantastic location, close to Allenton Shopping Centre, Allenton Primary and Ashburton College, and just a short walk to the popular Argyle Park.

Now is your chance to either enjoy this lovely character home or explore the various options the 2155sqm (½ acre) with a second entrance off Tucker street provides.

Open Home: Saturday, January 17, 12.15-12.45pm Deadline Sale closes 4.00pm Thursday, January 29, 2015

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Karen McRae Ph 027 436 4146

Web ID: AU00015 www.propertybrokers.co.nz

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Quality Summer Outdoor Furniture

East to Burnett Street, Ashburton | Phone (03) 308 5269 | www.redmonds.co.nz

FURNISHINGS | FLOORING | BEDS | CURTAINS

217 West Street ASHBURTON ashburton@propertybrokers.co.nz 03 307 9176

Hastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

BRAND NEW IN BRAEBROOK

SPACIOUS & SUNNY

POPULAR QUEENS DRIVE

SUNNY, SPACIOUS & NEW!

OPEN HOME

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$575,000 WEB ID AU38652 OFFERS OVER $488,000 WEB ID AU39796 OFFERS OVER $359,000 WEB ID AU40573 $375,000 WEB ID AU37133 EASTSIDE WESTSIDE WESTSIDE EASTSIDE 47 Braebrook Drive 66 Tucker Street 26 Queens Drive 2 9D Bridge Street A four bedroom brand new home in the Sunny Westside home set in smaller well Stylish with three double bedrooms plus Brand new three bedroom stand alone 4 4 3 3 popular Braebrook subdivision. Open plan landscaped garden. Larger modern kitchen office. In top condition inside and out. townhouse situated close to the Netherby living area with separate lounge built for with pantry and mod cons, open plan Kitchen and bathroom has been tastefully shopping centre this is the rear unit of two the sun, quality fittings throughout. Get in living/dining and separate lounge. Master updated- just move in and enjoy the being constructed. Open plan living area 2 2 1 1 early to add your own touches. bedroom with ensuite and walk in robe. 3 neutral decor that will suit any style of with good indoor outdoor flow. other bedrooms, great storage and double living.

VIEW Saturday 17 Jan 10.00 - 10.30am VIEW Saturday 17 Jan 10.45 - 11.15am garage.

2 2 2 1 VIEW Saturday 17 Jan 10.15 - 10.45am VIEW Saturday 17 Jan 10.00 - 10.30am

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$295,000 WEB ID AU39815 $515,000 WEB ID AU40854 DEADLINE SALE WEB ID AU41116 $545,000 WEB ID AU41027 ASHBURTON EASTSIDE EASTSIDE EASTSIDE 119 William Street 12 Magnolia Drive 1/129 Kermode Street 10D Magnolia Drive Conveniently located quaint two bedroom This is a 227sqm family home in a brand Immaculate townhouse with modern Stylish living on an easy care section in 2 4 2 4 flat with attached single garage and new subdivision of Braebrook. 4 good kitchen, nice neutral carpets and decor Braebrook, this four bedroom, two workshop all set in pretty private garden. sized bedroom with walkin wardrobe and throughout. 3 car garaging. bathroom home is a must see. The Enjoy the street views while preparing ensuite off master bedroom. Open plan stunning kitchen with butlers pantry is well VIEW Saturday 17 Jan 11.00 - 11.30am 1 2 1 2 food. Lovely sunny conservatory and kitchen, separate dining, good size living positioned, you will love entertaining.

DEADLINE SALE closes Tuesday 10th lounge, updated wet floor shower area, separate lounge.

Lovely open plan living with log fire.

February, 2015 at 2.00pm, (unless sold complete this home.

1 2 3 2 prior) VIEW Saturday 17 Jan 11.00 - 11.30am VIEW Saturday 17 Jan 11.30 - 12.00pm VIEW Saturday 17 Jan 10.45 - 11.15am

LOVELY BONES

DEADLINE SALE TIME TO SELL

CHARACTER HOME

WEB ID AU00015 WESTSIDE 94 Middle Road The current owners have loved this home for the past 35 years, finding it a wonderful home to live in and raise a family. Now is your chance to either enjoy this 3 bedroom character home or explore the various options the 2155sqm(1/2 acre) with a second entrance off Tucker street provides. Phone now for an inspection.

VIEW Saturday 17 Jan 12.15 12.45pm NEW LISTING DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 29th January, 2015 at 4.00pm

BY NEGOTIATION WEB ID AU41109 EASTSIDE 54 Grey Street With a Rateable Value of $205,000 this 4 bungalow on an easy care section is for genuine sale. Four plus bedrooms and 3 handy to schools and town. Currently 1 tenanted. Offers considered.

OPEN HOME BUYERS $298,000+ WEB ID AU40865 WESTSIDE 21 River Terrace Solid 4 bedroom home (with built in 4 furniture) in fact storage in abundance.

Roomy living area, separate toilet, bath and shower rooms. Large single garage 1 with auto door and internal access. Good off street parking.

VIEW Saturday 17 Jan 11.30 - 12.00pm

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UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY

BUYERS $319,000+ WEB ID AU41014 WESTSIDE 17 Hanrahan Street This three bedroom home is situated in an 3 established neighbourhood on the edge of the Lochlea development amongst quality properties. A tidy sunny and north facing 1 home with upgraded bathroom and kitchen.

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217 West Street ASHBURTON ashburton@propertybrokers.co.nz 03 307 9176

Hastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

POPULAR REID CRESCENT

LAKE LIVING AT ITS BEST

GREAT VALUE & LOCATION

COMFORTABLE AND COSY

$319,000 WEB ID AU40749 OFFERS OVER $675,000 WEB ID AU40630 $619,000 WEB ID AU40627 BUYERS $250,000+ WEB ID AU40608 WESTSIDE TINWALD WESTSIDE WESTSIDE 44 Reid Crescent 8 Witney Lane 30 Charlesworth Drive 114 Alford Forest Road Nestled in the heart of Allenton in quiet Great opportunity to secure an established When it comes to location and value don't Come on in and be surprised by the 3 4 4 3 Cul de sac, yet so handy to Allenton home on the canal. Views up the canal are go past this brand new home. attractive cottage. Open plan living area amenities, college and domain. 3 double amazing - you'll never want to leave home.

Construction has started. This home has opening onto deck, three bedrooms, bedrooms, 2 separate living areas accessed The four bedroom home is positioned to four bedrooms, master with ensuite, two modern kitchen and bathroom making this 1 2 2 1 by a fabulous sunroom. Heating is easy (2 catch all day sun with doors opening from living areas, great attention to detail. Tiled an affordable west side option. Enjoy the gas fires) plus solar heating. dining and living areas. shower in ensuite, granite bench tops.

1012sqm undulating section with a small single garage.

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CONSTRUCTION COMPLETE

FAMILY FRIENDLY HOME

THIS COULD BE YOURS

FAMILY REQUIRED

$479,000 WEB ID AU40411 $379,000 WEB ID AU40047 $182,000 WEB ID AU39724 $365,000 WEB ID AU00002 TINWALD TINWALD EASTSIDE WESTSIDE 10 Jordan Avenue 39a Thomson Street 56 Hakatere Drive 156 Harrison Street This brand new home is well constructed Smart new kitchen and bathroom, four Treat yourself with this ideal getaway spot.

Super opportunity to secure neat family 3 4 2 3 containing 3 good sized bedrooms plus spacious bedrooms all with wardrobes plus Located in a desired Upper Hakatere home. 3 bedrooms plus office, updated spacious living and additional lounge. This built in cabinetry make this sunny home location, is one of the few houses with a kitchen, full bathroom with large separate home has been finialised to a good very family friendly. Open plan sea and river view. Two or three bedroom laundry. Good living areas flow out to 2 1 1 1 standard and inspection will impress. kitchen/living area. Summer living is home with a spacious tandem garage. private well fenced yard.

Situated in a convenient west side location. fabulous here.

Motivated vendors, immediate possession VIEW By Appointment available.

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CHARMING HOME

IMPRESSIVE VIEWS

CHECK IT OUT

FAMILY HOME-TURTON GREEN

BUYERS $535,000+ WEB ID AU40873 $459,000 WEB ID AU38440 $420,000 WEB ID AU39684 $769,000 WEB ID AU38038 WESTSIDE WESTSIDE TINWALD WESTSIDE 15A Walnut Avenue 33 Alford Forest Road 6 Braam Lane Lot 12 Douglas Drive Relax and enjoy the space of this superbly Nestled in a private back section with views Two year old executive 3 bedroom Construction has begun of this four 4 3 3 4 located four bedroom home. The dining of farmland and the hills is this 10 year old townhouse in Braam Lane (off Carters bedroom plus office (or 5th bedroom) living area opens to the verandah covered home-ideally suited to an older family with Terrace). Sunny and light open plan living, home. Master bedroom has ensuite and deck and offers a great space to entertain.

2 double bedrooms, bathroom downstairs dining and state of the art kitchen (plus walk in robe. Open plan kitchen with 2 2 2 2 An excellent Walnut Ave location, two and study, master bedroom, bathroom and butlers pantry) with easy access out to the butlers pantry, living, dining area and living areas and great garaging. huge kitchen/dining living upstairs. patio garden area. Double garage. separate lounge. Three car garaging. Good sized section.

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ALLENTON OPPORTUNITY

$10,800 PA + GST EXCL OPEX WEB ID AC40982 WESTSIDE 83 Harrison Street Seldom available- space in the popular Allenton shopping centre.

77.2sqm of floor space and 1 carpark. Set your business up here in this busy complex with several new subdivisions close by building the population base.

CENTRAL OFFICE SPACE

BY NEGOTIATION WEB ID AC40955 WESTSIDE 39 Tancred Street Excellently located this 297sqm of office space has formally been used offices for a local firm. Additional storage space of 85sqm gives you plenty of space.

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RETAIL FOR LEASE

NEGOTIATION WEB ID AC40486 EASTSIDE 86 Tancred Street A great retail opportunity has become available in a popular and prominent central location, situated across from the arcade, with ample foot traffic. Total approximate floor area of 111sqm.

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GREAT SPACE FOR LEASE

$104,000 + GST AND OPEX WEB ID AC39525 EASTSIDE 45 Robinson Street High stud building with approx. 180sqm of good, light and bright office space and 1165sqm of storage able to be split into two areas for sub letting etc.

Located in the popular Riverside Industrial subdivision giving excellent access to the centre of Ashburton.

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217 West Street ASHBURTON ashburton@propertybrokers.co.nz 03 307 9176

Hastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

IRRIGATED DAIRY-73 HA

DEADLINE SALE GLENROY HOUSE

BY NEGOTIATION

WEB ID AR40834

WEB ID AR40222

GREENSTREET 750 Ashburton Staveley Road

GLENROY 45 Beckwiths Road

• Low cost borderdyke irrigation • Two good homes • 36 aside Herringbone shed •Excellent shelter and good lanes system • Good range of out buildings • Run as part of larger unit but in past has milked approx. 250 cows for 100,000 kgs ms. This is a great 1st farm with proven production, great improvements and low operating costs. This is a must to inspect.

VIEW By Appointment DEADLINE SALE closes Wednesday 4th February, 2015 at 4.00pm, (unless sold prior)

Magnificent five bedroom homestead with formal lounges and dining room.

Option 1: Homestead and outbuildings on 40 hectares.

Option 2: Homestead and outbuildings on 3 hectares or 4 hectares subject to survey Option 3: The balance of the bareland Great rural views. Has been used as a B & B and is ideally suited for such activities. Sunny kitchen/dining/living area. Office. Four car garaging plus dog kennels.

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PRODUCTIVE SOILS 8 HA

NEGOTIATION DAIRY GRAZING- 18.5 HA

$1,400,000

WEB ID AL37331

WEB ID AR36204

ASHBURTON 376 Wakanui Road

ASHBURTON 570 Mitcham Road

Located just 5km S.E from the Ashburton Town Centre this 4 bedroom home set in mature grounds offers peaceful country living within easy commuting distance from town. Modern kitchen/dining room, sunny living room plus large peaceful lounge. Spacious country laundry, bathroom plus separate shower room.

Looseboxes. Fertile Wakanui soils and good subdivision.

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Located only minutes to Ashburton this 18.5 hectare lifestyle unit is a must to inspect for the retiring farmer or someone looking for a rural lifestyle and income.

Excellent irrigation, great 4 bedroom 3 bathroom modern home. Excellent sheding with two bay lock up, woolshed, cattle yards etc. A great wee stand alone farm.

Don't let this one slip by or say I should have.

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$385,000 LOVELY HOME & INCOME

SO MANY FEATURES

STUNNING VIEWS

WEB ID AU40725 HINDS 125 Peters Street •2024sqm section in 2 titles •5 car garaging, sleepout and workshop •15 minutes to Ashburton •Meticulously renovated character and modern appointments •3 generous bedrooms and large sunroom •Formal dining room •Spacious living and kitchen areas •2 bathrooms •Large sunny deck •Al fresco dining courtyard. Private well fenced attractive landscape •Large yard with crusher dust cover •A hidden gem that surprises and delights at inspection.

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SECTION-LOCATION-SPACE

DEADLINE SALE WEB ID AU41095 WESTSIDE 183 Racecourse Road • Larger 2284sqm section seldom available in this area • Great Westside location close to shops and amenities • Ideal building platform with room to landscape • Realistic price range VIEW By Appointment DEADLINE SALE closes Thursday 19th February, 2015 at 4.00pm, (unless sold prior)

PREMIUM LIFESTYLE -1 HA

$800,000 + GST WEB ID AU40296 RAKAIA 11 Rakaia Barrhill Methven Road Superbly renovated, this gracious home sits in 4644sqm of established manicured grounds on the edge of Rakaia, gateway to the river and mountain pursuits of Mid Canterbury. Expansive living areas with timber panelled walls exude the charm of yesteryear.

Owners upstairs self contained two bedroom flat and four large guest bedrooms.

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3.1 HA BUILDING SITE

$275,000 WEB ID AL40039 $275,000 WEB ID AL40308 ASHBURTON TINWALD 77 Beach Road East Grahams Road • Set amongst established lifestyle properties Close to Lake Hood. Views to Mt. Hutt Basin and • Privacy and sheltered along the Southern Alps. Minutes to town. The best of • 1 km from town boundary rural living with easy reach of services. Covenants • Subject to final survey protect your investment on neighbouring titles. New • Good soil boundary fences, new pasture to be sown and formal entry all to be provided by the vendors.

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$472,500 + GST (IF ANY) WEB ID AL26381 ASHBURTON Wakanui Road A rare 8 hectare corner site with many attractive building sites. Full open views over town to the Southern Alps and Mt Hutt. All in good pasture on quality soils ideal to develop your landscape. Well fenced and power at the roadside. Town 'n' Country with the boundary only 1km away.

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READY TO MOVE IN

Tinwald

SIZEABLE AND SECLUDED

Allenton

16 Johnstone Street

For Sale $410,000 View Sat 2.30-3pm

84 Middle Road

For Sale The vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $390,000 View Sat 12.15-12.45pm www.bayleys.co.nz/519282

Come and view this brand new three bedroom townhouse. On a front section it has been built for the sun with the living flowing to the outdoors. Well appointed kitchen. Tastefully decorated throughout and built to a high standard with double internally accessed garage. Call now for more information.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

www.bayleys.co.nz/517680

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

Time to scope out the opportunities this home has to offer. A heat pump in the living room ensures year round comfort and with four bedrooms places this property in a much sought after category. The neutral decor makes furnishing a breeze with plenty of glass inviting in light and sun. For the hobbyist or handyman there is a three bay garage including workshop plus a carport, also featuring a glasshouse and garden shed.

With its fully fenced and secure outdoor area. A very good Allenton location.

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

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JUST THE TICKET

Allenton

AWARD WINNING PERFECTION

Geraldine

21 Kelvin Crescent

For Sale

113 Downs Road

Deadline Sale The vendors invite offer on

A well loved, perfectly maintained and immaculately presented property that will delight you at first sight. This executive home awaits a new family or someone wishing to down size from a block. Spoilt in all areas with good sized bedrooms, master including ensuite, walk-in robe and private patio, large living/dining/kitchen, plus separate lounge and office. Triple garaging plus single garage with workshop will surprise the handyman and/or boat enthusiast. Ensure you view quick, our vendor is extremely motivated to sell!

View Sat 11-11.30am

Very motivated vendors here, this home is presented immediately to the market in its well maintained position. A special oasis of wonderful space it is an affordable yet quite generous home with ideal proportions for the modern family with busy lifestyle. Mostly double glazed, freshly painted inside and out and new eco friendly logburner and heatpump.

Living flowing to the alfresco dining overlooking the garden.

Four car spaces complete the picture.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

The vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $540,000 View Sat 10.45-11.15am www.bayleys.co.nz/519240

Debbie Boon

M 027 437 9696 debbie.boon@bayleyscanterbury.co.nz

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz

or before 2pm, Thurs 12 Feb 2015

www.bayleys.co.nz/519301

Nicky Butler

M 027 751 1801 B 03 307 7377 nicky.butler@bayleys.co.nz

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

www.bayleys.co.nz

VERY HANDY LOCATION

Central

READY TO MEET THE MARKET

Ashburton

2/216 Walnut Avenue

Price by Negotiation

298 Moore Street

Price by Negotiation

Debbie Boon

Within walking distance to the CBD and within the Avenues is this perfectly positioned three bedroom home. Situated for the sun it boasts large open plan living, galley kitchen, attached garaging and extra 3mx4.5m garage/workshop.

Serious sellers, view today.

Mick Hydes

This two-bedroom unit is in an ideal location.

Close to town, local shops and a stroll to the Ashburton Domain. Very tidy private yard to enjoy the sun.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

The Vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $212,000 View Sat 10-10.30am www.bayleys.co.nz/519076 M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

The Vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $369,000 View Sat 10-10.30am www.bayleys.co.nz/517799 M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 debbie.boon@bayleys.co.nz

MUST SELL: SELLERS KEEN TO SEE OFFERS

Allenton

A FAMILY DREAM

Allenton

1 Farm Road

Price by Negotiation

88 Middle Road

Price by Negotiation

Owners are highly motivated to get on with the next stage of their life journey. This immaculately presented three bedroom home has been built to the highest standards. The living areas are interconnecting and flow to the outdoors, sundrenched and spacious, this is just the beginning.

Situated on 2284sqm there is so much room.

The Vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $710,000 View Sat 1-1.30pm www.bayleys.co.nz/519005

Mick Hydes and Debbie Boon M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz

The Vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $659,000 View Sat 12.15-12.45pm www.bayleys.co.nz/518460

Debbie Boon

M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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Sun-drenched executive home boasting two spacious interconnecting living spaces with seamless connections to the grounds. There are five good sized bedrooms on offer, the master with WIR and ensuite. A small built-in office adds more options. The very private 918sqm section is attractive and low maintenance.

HAPPY TO CALL HOME

Allenton

DRESS CIRCLE LOCATION

Allenton

35 Reid Crescent

Deadline Sale

47 Catherwood Avenue

Deadline Sale The Vendors invite offers in the vicinity of View Sat 11.30-12pm

Debbie Boon

Solidly constructed in a well established area, the kitchen and large dining area leads into the spacious living which has a compliant logburner recently installed. Being built for maximum amount of sun and natural light. Featuring three spacious bedrooms plus an separate study area.

Solid three-bedroom family home featuring polished timber floors and a compliant log burner giving instant appeal and warmth. The freshly painted kitchen/dining overlooks the decking area and superb garden setting. The dining area has double doors opening to the deck for alfresco entertaining and enjoying the summer evenings.

The Vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $359,000 View Sat 11.30-12pm www.bayleys.co.nz/519151 M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

Mick Hydes

M 027 437 9696

$410,000 on or before 3pm, 10 Feb 2015 www.bayleys.co.nz/519318

Debbie Boon and Mick Hydes M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377 mick.hydes@bayleys.co.nz

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

AFFORDABLE LAKESIDE LIVING

Lake Hood

WHY BUILD?

Allenton

27 Ludlow Drive

For Sale

25a Elizabeth Street

Price by Negotiation View Sat 11.30-12pm

Built with the modern family in mind, this four bedroom, two bathroom home ticks all the boxes.

Set on a 1,129sqm there is plenty of room for the kids to play, while adults enjoy the outdoor patio which flows seamlessly from the living area. The kitchen, complete with scullery and breakfast bar is the hub of the home.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

The vendors invite offers in the vicinity of $580,000 View Sat 1-1.30pm www.bayleys.co.nz/519306

Brad Wallis and Nicky Butler M 022 350 2269 B 03 307 7377 brad.wallis@bayleys.co.nz

When you can secure a brand new sunny three bedroom, two bathroom family home, soon to be completed. High building standards are met with double glazing, internal access double garaging and year round comfort of a heat pump. Surround yourself with quality in this exclusive development in the sought after Westside location.

www.bayleys.co.nz/518715

Brad Wallis

M 022 350 2269 B 03 307 7377 brad.wallis@bayleys.co.nz

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

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Mortgage rates

Industry Comment

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When is the best time to sell my house?

Hamish Niles

As real estate sales people we are often asked this and other derivatives of this question.

It would be fair to assume that most people consider that spring through until the autumn is best because the gardens and lawns etc are looking at their best............and you would assume that there are fewer sales in the winter months.

The real estate market is no different to any other market place and it is governed by supply and demand.

Obviously the best time to sell is when

there are more buyers than sellers in the market and in real estate this can happen in any season and for a variety of reasons from interest rates to changes of government and immigration policies etc.

The Auckland and Christchurch markets have been excellent examples of boom markets in recent times and both for very different reasons.

So, taking that theory further, the next best time would be when there a fewer products similar to yours on the market and the worst time to sell would be when the market is flooded with products similar to yours.

Conversely, buyers are looking at the best time to buy and for them it is when there are lots of properties on the market and they have plenty of choice Properties sell for a variety of reasons........... so having your home lovely and warm when you bring a buyer in from the cold in the middle of winter may be just as valid as having the pool uncovered and the deck chairs out sparkling blue water on a hot summers day.

In the winter buyers comment often that they are seeing the house and gardens at the worst time of year and know where the sun will be etc.

In the summer buyers comment about the indoor/outdoor flow and that the gardens look lovely etc.

I thought I would do some checking on the latest statistics and see if there

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was a clear winner as to which season had the highest numbers of house sales.

The summer months obviously are shortened in terms of business time with the Christmas holidays and a number of people taking holidays through January but it is also a time where families are together and often make plans for coming months and year.

I looked back over the past four years and averaged out the number of sales for each season and the results were as follows:For the summer months from December through until the end of February there were 117 sales per year.

Autumn had the highest average with the average being 146 sales per year from the 1st March through until the 31st of May. Surprisingly the winter months of June through until the end of August were quite active with the average number of sales being 127 which was only slightly lower than the spring months which averaged 132 sales per year.

The best time to sell depends on a number of factors, but if you had the of choice the best time to sell it may not be related to seasonal factors, but more so how is the market is affecting properties similar to yours.

Rather than asking “when is a good time to market my home”........... maybe it should be “how much competition is on the market for my home at the moment.”

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Methven Real Estate Ltd MREINZ Licensed Real Estate Agents REAA2008

MOVE TO THE COUNTRY – ANAMA - Located on five acres just

LOCATION, EASY CARE, AFFORDABLE - Well cared for two

bedroom home. Modern kitchen with open plan living, new heat pump, freestanding wood burner, lovely established grounds, large deck. A great opportunity for those wanting a centrally located home within a easy walk to the shops. This well presented and well maintained home will be sure to please. Little more needs to be done except perhaps adding your personal touches to make it truly yours.

Motivated vendors have purchased elsewhere and the property has been priced to sell.

Call Mark today on 027 490 9991 or 03 303 3093 Open Home: Saturday, January 17 11:30am -12:30pm 24 Alington Street, Methven

below the Surrey hills. This could be your rural oasis. Recently built three bedroom home with two bathrooms. Modern comforts, Jennian built home in 2008/9.

Double garage and lots of parking.

Space to breathe with stunning views of the mountains and foothills. Room for the horse, calves or lambs. Stock water through the property. School bus collects close by. Only 25 minutes to Ashburton or Methven. 6km to Mayfield.

Value at $565,000.

STUNNING VIEWS OF THE MOUNTAINS - This large 250m family

We are thrilled to announce an addition to our team –

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home on a large section is ideal for a growing family with 3 large double bedrooms and 1 single, open plan living, 1 bathroom + ensuite and double internal access garage. The home offers a pellet fire, under floor heating, double glazed windows, fully insulated throughout to keep you warm and cosy in the winter.

With added extras of stunning views of the mountains, wheelchair friendly, separate 9x6m garage including a workshop, 30,000 litre water tank, spa bath, large separate laundry and well established gardens with manicured lawns. This beautiful family home is nestled on the outskirts of Methven and is one not to be missed.

Call Mark today on 027 490 9991, Maree on 0275 421 364, or office 03 303 3093

Maree Macphail

Maree was born and raised in Mid Canterbury is excited to be back! Maree’s experience of customer service, banking and real estate will be an asset to the team.

Call Maree on 0275 421 364.

www.professionals.co.nz | 127 Main Street, Methven | (03) 303 3093

Selwyn Allred Principal 0274-388-493

Mark Allred

Property Consultant 0274-909-991

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Open Home

Open Home

Ashburton 174 South Street

Ashburton 7 Goldrich Grove

Ashburton 126 Chalmers Avenue

Wanting a Unique Home - Many Fabulous Features

Why Build ... When you could move straight in!!

Easy Living

* Large kitchen for family and entertaining * Open plan dining and lounges * Separate toilet (2), shower and bathroom * 3 Generous Sized Bedrooms PLUS Office/Guest Room

For Sale Neg over $495,000 View Sat 10:00 - 10:30am www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20590 rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20590 Sue Cooper 027 331 3733 03 307 8317 sue.cooper@raywhite.com LICENSED

* 3 Bedrooms, 1 with ensuite * Double insulated with carpeted double garage * Open plan kitchen, living, dining * Wired for outdoor garden lighting & water feature * Lovely sunny outdoor BBQ, patio entertaining area

(REAA 2008)

For Sale $472,000 View Sat: 10:00 - 10:30am www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20695 rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20695 Armand Vandereik 021 597 527 03 307 8317 armand.vandereik@raywhite.com

* 4 Bedrooms (Great storage) * 2 Bathrooms * Double Garage * Compliant log fire, heatpump & HRV system * 1/4 acre section

LICENSED (REAA 2008)

Open Home

Ashburton 23 Davidson Street

Ashburton 113 Walnut Avenue

Beautifully Renovated - Great for Family and Entertaining

Auction in Golden Circle $469,000 View Sat 10:45 - 11:15am www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20675 rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20675 Sue Cooper 027 331 3733 03 307 8317 sue.cooper@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)

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4 bedroom character home on a whopping 1626sqm parcel of land. Great spacious living areas, master bedroom has ensuite, bedrooms open out on to verandahs. Separate lounge or make it your office Great double garage with attached shed perfect for the man cave.

To be Auctioned onsite @ 6pm, Wed 28 Jan 2015 (unless sold prior)

Open Home

Ashburton 96a Creek Road Near New and Westside Seclusion Auction 6.00pm, Wednesday 28 January 2015 View Sat 11:00 - 11:30am www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20694 rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20694 Jarrod Ross 0272 594 644 03 307 8317 jarrod.ross@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)

Open Home

Near New, extremely well presented private home, situated on the Westside.

Permanent material ( brick ) Quality Smitheram & Frew build.

Close to Ashburton College and Creek Road Shopping Centre. Wonderful open plan living with quality kitchen and living room opening out onto a private patio.

Double garage plus garden shed and plenty of off street parking.

Ashburton 16 Falcon Drive

Ashburton 24 Reighton Drive

Fantastic Family Home

Opportunity is ripe

Your ’Forever’ Home

Come and view this well maintained lovely 4 brm family home You can’t help but be impressed with its roomy living area A fantastic back yard is ready for your cricket pitch

* 3 Bedroomed, 2 storey family home * Open plan kitchen, dining - 2 living areas * Heatpumps & solar hot water * 2 Bathrooms, 2 WC, sep laundry * Internal access double garage PLUS standalone single garage * Private sheltered courtyard

For Sale Neg over $499000 View Sat: 12:00 - 12:30pm rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20686 www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20686 Cindy Hayward 0273 897 955 03 307 8317 cindy.hayward@raywhite.com

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Quality Des Millar Build 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Gas fire, heatpump, underfloor & ceiling radiant heating, nitestore Open plan kitch/dining areas, living & additional lounge Private 909m2 beautiful garden, 2 wells, Dbl garage, internal access, auto door

(REAA 2008)

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Ashburton 8 Primrose Place

Ashburton 23 Brucefield Avenue

Rakaia 20 Robinson Street

Pristine on Primrose

Build your Own Memories OR Invest

What a Transformation!

* 2 year old Oamaru Stone family home * 4 Double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, good storage * Gas fire, wood burner, office/library area * Amazing Kitchen - quality chattels * Sunny dining/living, separate lounge all leading to patio * Double garage, internal access, work area, separate laundry * This modern home promises to impress

* 2 Bedrooms * Lovely and Sunny * Covered back sun trap * Good Sized Open Plan Living * Well maintained weatherboard home

For Sale $218,000 View Sat 1:45 - 2:15pm rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20660 www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20660 Sue Cooper 027 331 3733 03 307 8317 sue.cooper@raywhite.com

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For Sale $569,000 View Sat 1:00 - 1:30pm rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20664 www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20664 Cindy Hayward 0273 897 955 03 307 8317 cindy.hayward@raywhite.com LICENSED

(REAA 2008)

For Sale $670,000 View Sat 1:00 - 1:30pm rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20666 www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20666 Chrissy Milne 0272 906 606 03 307 8317 chrissy.milne@raywhite.com

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LICENSED

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Open Home

For Sale $445,000 View Sat/Sun 11:30 - 12:00pm www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20682 rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20682 Armand Vandereik 021 597 527 03 307 8317 armand.vandereik@raywhite.com

Open Home

Ashburton 15 Nixon Street

For Sale Offers over $330,000 View Sat 12:00 - 12:30pm rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20703 www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20703 Carrie-ann Summers 021 165 3091 03 307 8317 carrie-ann.summers@raywhite.com

For Sale $360,000 View Sat 10:00 - 10:30am rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20605 www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20605 Kim Miller 0272 368 627 03 307 8317 kim.miller@raywhite.com

LICENSED (REAA 2008)

Open Home

* Great Open Plan Kitchen and Dining * 2 Large Living Areas plus Extras * 4 Large Bedrooms (new ensuite) * Magic Outdoor Living Space for the Kids * Close to Shops and Schools

Open Home

LICENSED (REAA 2008)

Once a cute little cottage and now ....... total transformation in 2008.

My lips are sealed - viewing is mandatory to appreciate the difference from then until now.

Alright it does have a heat pump, dishwasher and 3 bedrooms with internal entry garaging.

Situated in arguably one of Rakaia’s best streets close to all amenities.

To find out more about this gem - Call NOW!

For Sale $317,000 View Sunday 2:30 - 3:00pm www.rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20705 rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20705 Mike Grant ncre 0212 720 202 03 307 8317 mike.grant@raywhite.com LICENSED (REAA 2008)

Community News

Rotary fundraiser BY: TONI WILLIAMS

A Rotary Club of Ashburton house building project, underway in the new Braebrook Drive subdivision, is powering along thanks to the ongoing support of the community and the drive of its backers.

Once finished the stylish four bedroom house will be sold to raise money to support the Rotary Club's children's literacy programmes, both in Mid Canterbury and overseas.

The fundraising initiative follows on from the Rotary Club's literacy programme in Samoa and was seen as part of the club's ongoing commitment to help improve children's literacy by increasing their access to books.

All the proceeds from the house sale will go toward these programmes.

Main contractor Grant Love,

of Grant Love Homes, says the project is moving forward with the building-wrap now on the house in preparation for delivery of the aluminium windows early next week.

He says the next stage will see the internal plumbing and wiring done.

"It's on schedule," he says, of the work.

With the roof on, and all internal framing separating the internal rooms, there is a better idea on the size of the build. The final plan is for a 227 square metre property, comprising a four-bedroom, twobathroom house on an easy care 700 square metre section.

The fourth bedroom could be a multi-use room, sitting off the living room.

The property also has wide frontage with the internal access garage to the front of the section.

The popular house style has been chosen to best-fit the section and take full advantage of the afternoon sun. With bi-folding doors planned from the kitchen to the patio area, it's likely to be perfect for enjoying any indoor/outdoor entertaining.

Rotary Club of Ashburton member Walter van der Kley is the building sponsorship co-ordinator.

Walter was initially hopeful the work would be completed by April, however the ongoing success of the build may see it finished ahead of time.

A charitable trust had been set up to manage the financial aspects but the build carried no financial risk to the Rotary Club of Ashburton, as some individual members had underwritten the project.

Initially nine businesses had offered different levels of sponsorship with the build, giving time or materials to help support it. However, since building had started more had offered to help.

Prior to Christmas scaffolding and safety nets went up, which Mr van der Kley says the Rotary Club were fortunate to have given at no cost.

Elite Scaffolding provided the scaffolding and Ashburton Scaffold Systems Ltd who are the registered installers of Salus Safety residential nets, provided and installed the nets at the site. They were removed once the roof was on.

While it was a community project and used some volunteer time, the project is being run as a commercial building site to keep the building work on time.

It will be sold fully finished and fully landscaped.

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Gardening

January is a good time to. . .

Water either early in the morning or evening when the outside temperature is cooler. This will allow the water to soak into the soil and not dry out as quickly.

If you’re going on holiday you might have to rely on automatic sprinklers, but if not, it’s preferable to water by hand so you can aim at the roots. Your plants will absorb the water better this way and it encourages deeper root growth.

Tod Palenski Awapuni Nurseries

Water and mulch.

Getting your plants to stay healthy during summer can be tricky – particularly if you go on holiday.

One trick to reduce the need for watering is to apply mulch around your garden.

Mulch protects the soil from heat and provides a cooler soil temperature, which enables roots to pump water efficiently. If the soil is dry when you poke your finger into the ground, it needs more water.

At this time of year most of your plants will need extra watering and your fruity plants – like tomatoes, strawberries and other berries – will need even more if you want them to ripen faster and become juicy.

Try not to over-water as it can rot your plants. Sometimes the wind can dry the soil on the top but if you check further down (around five to 10cm) you might find it’s not dry after all.

It’s also a good time to deadhead flowers and cut back roses To get the best out of your flowers like marigolds and petunias remember to deadhead.

Removing the flowers that have passed their use- by-date will stop them rotting and keep the planting looking at its best.

Cut or your roses back to where the stem is as thick as a pencil. When you’ve found the right spot to cut, make sure you make the actual cut just above the outside bud nearest to your spot.

Cutting your roses will encourage them to continue flowering until around June, rather than finishing in March.

Lastly, keep planting! Now’s a

good time to grow lots of different varieties of herbs, vegetables and flowers.

There are hundreds of different varieties of seedlings available at Awapuni at the moment.

And keep planting your fast growing gourmet veges and herbs like fancy lettuces, rocket, basil, spring onions and spinach. These plants all mature quickly and planting often will ensure you have a regular supply – just remember to keep eating it!

Tod Palenski, Awapuni Nurseries www.awapuni.co.nz

Interior Decor

The living room The setup of a living room is important: it needs to be as functional as possible but also relaxing.

BY TONI WILLIAMS

The start of the New Year is a great time to improve or make changes around the home.

like they are closing in and it's not relaxing.

the television often depends on cable connections, but consider whether you want it as a focal point or not.

In a big room, there are better Whichever way you frame the living options to accessorise – extra seating can be added even creating pockets room, it's important not to shut out Firstly, check out the space you any natural light flooding the space: of intimate space, then additional have, make a paper plan and place it's good for the soul. tables, a decent bookshelf and/or your furniture around the room to mirrors can create a stylish, warm invite conversation between the While the colour of a living room environment. people in all the seating positions, is sometimes unchangeable in rental with limited obstructions. accommodation, most are painted or Well positioned furniture is One of the most used spaces in wallpapered in neutral colours, but important to ensure its appeal to A coffee table is good to create a home is the living room, so it's a if you have the chance and the skill, intimacy, and a place to put your cup, those in the home and visitors. great place to start. try adding bit of colour. Even if it's but is not ideal in a walkway area or Television viewing and any window The living room is the place people too oversized in a small room. just in your accessories like cushions, view should also be considered sit and relax, where guests are seated candles or floor rugs. when placing the lounge suite: some So consider the space you have. and the place people are drawn to: It's nice to have some colour to people want to see outside, for the heart of the house - whether it be A small room should be suit your furniture, match your others it's a distraction. For some, for its comfortable, uncluttered state minimalistic in its contents – too personality and encourage positive the television is the entertainment or for its warm and inviting fireplace. much clutter will make the walls feel hub of the house and the location of feelings.

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Children's Day Fundraiser - Thursday, Jan 22 Movie fundraiser. 'Unbroken', rated M, 8pm at Ashburton Regent Cinema $20 per ticket - tickets can be purchased by phoning Lorayne Oakley on 308 8916 Academy Award® winner Angelina Jolie directs and produces 'Unbroken' - an epic drama that follows the incredible life of Olympian and war hero Louis “Louie” Zamperini (Jack O’Connell) who, along with two other crewmen, survived in a raft for 47 days after a near-fatal plane crash in WWII - only to be caught by the Japanese Navy and sent to a prisoner-of-war camp.

Farmers Market - Saturday, Dec 20 North end of West Street car park from 9.00am until 12.30pm Local fare, grown or made locally. Come along and support your local community. Hot food also available.

Glenys' Dance Group - Saturday - 7.30pm Sequence dancing, all welcome. Pipe Band Hall, Creek Road.

10.00am - METHVEN HERITAGE CENTRE. New Zealand Alpine and Agriculture Encounter, interactive fun for all ages. Main Street, Methven.

Saturday 9.00am - 12.30pm - ASHBURTON DISTRICT FARMERS MARKET. Local produce by local producers and hot food!!. North End West Street car park.

9.00am - 12.30pm - ASHBURTON CRAFT MARKET, West Street.

9.30am - ST ANDREWS ANGLICAN CHURCH TINWALD. Community garden working bee and fellowship, each Saturday, weather permitting.

Behind the St Andrew’s Anglican Church, 157 Thomson Street, Tinwald.

The Mid-Canterbury Summer Singing School is now it's in 15th year and has grown from its humble beginnings to a massive 122 students and a 90 minute show this year.

It was begun by local singing tutor Jo Castelow who asked director Alice Sollis from Timaru to join her and the pair have been a winning combination ever since.

Community Events

Friday

Mid Canterbury Summer Singing School 2015

The students come from far and wide in the Canterbury district and it is a camp where the musical theatre techniques are taught in a very fast paced atmosphere. The onus is put on the candidates to be studious and learn their music so interpretation, movement and singing technique can be taught.

This musical theatre camp achieves in five days what most shows achieve in three months. Many students return every year and some will be on their eighth or ninth camp.

The singing in the seniors this year is exceptional and the audience are in for a fantastic treat.

Many students come up through the ranks from junior to senior and by the time they transition into the seniors, where the demands are much greater, they are seasoned campaigners and know what is expected of them.

Last year some of the seniors were the entertainment for the South Island Rotary Conference and were very warmly received by the audience, who were astounded at their performance. There are two senior scholarships for students studying singing/musical theatre at a higher level given and they are to be announced on the Saturday night.

If you haven't seen these shows before make sure you join the many who come to watch the show every year, you won't be disappointed, this community has a wealth of talent.

1.00pm - 3.00pm - ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM. A great selection of many aircraft from the past to the future. Ashburton Airport, Seafield Road.

1.00pm - 7.00pm - TINWALD SWIMMING POOL. Open, Tinwald Domain, Maronan Road.

10.00am - METHVEN HERITAGE CENTRE. New Zealand Alpine and Agriculture Encounter, interactive fun for all ages. Main Street, Methven.

10.00am - 12 noon - ASHBURTON VINTAGE CAR CLUB. Museum and parts, shed open. 86 Maronan Road, Tinwald.

10.00am - 3.00pm - ASHBURTON AVIATION MUSEUM. A great selection of many aircraft from the past to the future. Ashburton Airport, Seafield Road.

1.15pm - “GOLF CROQUET” WAIREKA. Doubles, drawn partners. Waireka, Philip Street.

1.30pm - ALLENTON CROQUET CLUB. Association croquet. Allenton Sports Club, Cavendish Street.

7.30pm - GLENYS’ DANCE GROUP. Sequence dancing, all welcome. Pipe Band Hall, Creek Road.

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Saturday ASHBURTON 15 Geoff Geering Drive 298 Moore Street 2/216 Walnut Avenue 47 Catherwood Avenue 35 Reid Crescent 25 A Elizabeth Street 84 Middle Road 88 Middle Road 1 Farm Road 241 Dobson Street 21 Kelvin Crescent TINWALD 16 Johnstone Street LAKE HOOD 27 Ludlow Drive GERALDINE 113 Downs Road Geraldine

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ASHBURTON 96a Creek Road 2/44 Peter Street 2 Westpark Close 13 Allens Road LAKE HOOD 27 Ludlow Drive 21 Torbay Avenue RAKAIA 108 Bowen Street 116 Bowen Street 95 Elizabeth Avenue 23 Elizabeth Avenue 20 Robinson Street

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