152 Marshmeadow Road, Newstead

Bejewelled with character, this stunning 1920s homestead showcases its history while offering modern adaptations. Ensuites, open plan living, walk-in wardrobes central heating and internal access double garaging give it contemporary relevancy, making it perfect for a family or Airbnb. The grand entrance hallway makes a statement, and four bedrooms ensure loads of personal space for family and guests. Expansive formal and open-plan areas absorb period features to create special settings for everyday living and entertaining. Interiors sit under high-stud ceilings, and native timbers and stained glass echo the homes rich heritage. An ornate pressed tin ceiling in the master bedroom tops off the elegance this home boasts. Comfort is paramount with an open fire, log burner, heat pump, and gas fired central heating, coupled with modern insulation. There is a separate laundry and superb indoor-outdoor flow. Outbuildings include a large 185m2 (more or less) shed with a gantry and 3-phase power, a lean-to, and more. The huge workshop allows work-from-home opportunities or grand-sized collections and hobbies. Gardens, grounds, fruit trees and raised veggie beds are well-established. An attractive water feature set at the front in the middle of the turning circle greets everyone on arrival. Three paddocks, with water, give pets and ponies room to roam, and the rear is chicken proof to top up the home produce Water is sourced from a shallow well and rainwater tanks. Fully fenced and secured behind electric gates, the property is a haven for country living capped off by rural views, coveted school zoning, a brilliant location close to both Hamilton and Cambridge, and easy access to the Waikato expressway interchange. ...