House / home, residential for sale
An extremely versatile property, both as a substantial family home or a business opportunity. Indeed, the current Vendors have successfully run it under both scenarios. ?RIVERVIEW LODGE? TAUPO Price: Offers over $795,000 NZ (approx �320,160) Ref: NZ0001 Occupying an impressive 1465 sq. metre (approx. a third of an acre) plot, we are delighted to offer for sale this outstanding detached family home situated in the popular and thriving town of Taupo in New Zealand?s North Island. Taupo is on the shores of the famous Lake Taupo and sits in a ?thermal belt? where visitors can see areas of boiling mud, steam and geysers north of the town at Wairakei Park and Orakei Korako. Thermal activity first attracted visitors during the 1880?s, but today the town lures anglers from throughout the world with a plentiful supply of rainbow and brown trout. Lake Taupo is popular for swimming, boating, waterskiing, jet-skiing, kayaking, rowing and scenic cruises, whilst thrill-seekers can enjoy bungee jumping, tandem skydiving, jet-boating and white-water rafting. The spectacular Huka Falls and the Aratiatia Rapids lie to the north of the town, while to the south are the imposing mountains of the volcanic plateau and the ski fields of Mount Ruapehu. ?Riverview Lodge? is of brick construction and was built in 1990 to the highest standard of specification and has been continuously and sympathetically improved by the current Vendors who have occupied the property since its construction. This home offers impressive family sized accommodation with breathtaking views across the Waikato River. Indeed a pathway runs alongside the property down to the river. This delightful property is extremely versatile, both as a substantial family home and also as a business opportunity. Indeed, the current Vendors have successfully run it under both scenarios. There is also a separate self-contained flat something which lends itself to long term rental or simply to use for family members. The property is approached by a large private cobblestone driveway which provides off-road parking for approximately eight vehicles. It is surrounded by landscaped, low maintenance gardens with ornamental goldfish pond, waterfall, stonewalls and private secluded front courtyard. A covered deck extends into the treetops, which can accommodate a table and chairs overlooking the Waikato River, native bush and Mount Tauhara. There is a natural stone patio and a feature gazebo with slate roof seats up to eight people in an area ideal for barbecues and entertaining. There is also exterior security lighting. MAIN HOUSE ACCOMODATION COVERED ENTRANCE - Having side pedestrian access door to the Garage. FOYER - Approached via double Kauri (NZ native timber) wood doors and having wide, open-plan staircase giving access to the first floor main bedroom. There is a security alarm control pad. There is also a fitted Cloakroom. LOUNGE - 9.15m x 6.40m (30?2? x 20?9?) - approached via double Rimu (NZ native timber) wood feature doors, having large bay window and sliding doors to the gardens, feature stone fireplace and chimney with enclosed wood burner (17kw output), feature Rimu drinks bar with sink and hot and cold water, drinks cupboard and facility for bar refrigerator. BEDROOM 1 - 3.85m x 4.46m (12?6? x 14?6?) - having bay window with sliding door to the gardens, spacious walk-in fitted wardrobe measuring 1.90m x 1.25m (6?2? x 4?1?). A large EN-SUITE leads off comprising washbasin set into vanity unit, walk-in shower cubicle and w.c. There is also a wall mirror. BEDROOM 2 - 4.00m x 3.96m (13?12? x 12?9?) - having bay window overlooking the garden, and again having a large walk-in fitted wardrobe measuring 2.70m max x 2.40 m max (8?8? x 7?8?). BEDROOM 3 - 4.04m x 4.15m (13?2? x 13?6?) - having bay window overlooking the garden and once again having a spacious walk-in fitted wardrobe with double doors measuring 1.7m x 1.7m (5?5? x 5?5?). MAIN FAMILY BATHROOM - 3.42m x 2.40m (11?2? x 7?8?) - being Italian tiled with large wall mirror, and having heated towel rail and wall extractor fan. The suite comprises of round glass corner shower, ceramic washbasin set into vanity unit and having double corner heated spa bath. FORMAL DINING ROOM - 4.26m x 4.92m (13?9? x 16?1?) - having bay window with sliding door to the garden and ?cathedral style? beamed ceiling. Open access is gained to the Breakfast Kitchen. FITTING BREAKFAST KITCHEN - 5.54m x 4.26m (18?1? x 13?9?) - a superb family or entertaining room having views across the Waikato River, cathedral-style beamed ceiling, walk-in fitted Pantry, ?island unit? containing bench hob and providing five-person seating facility, double wall oven, dishwasher, waste disposal unit and airing cupboard. BEDROOM 4 - 3.42m x 3.00m (11?2 x 9?8?) - having window overlooking the rear garden and built in wardrobe. This room would also make an ideal Study or Office. LAUNDRY ROOM - 3.42m x 2.01m (11?2? x 6?5?) - having laundry tub, linen cupboard and facility for washing machine, dryer, freezer etc. A back door gives access to a Covered Porch with locked storage cupboard. There is also a paved yard and rotary clothes line beyond. ACCOMODATION - FIRST FLOOR MASTER BEDROOM SUITE/BEDROOM 5 - 9.00m x 6.4m (29?5? x 20?9?) - A TOTALLY SELF-CONTAINED PRIVATE AREA WHICH IS IDEAL AS A MASTER BEDROOM SUITE, GUESTS ACCOMMODATION, OR SECOND LIVING AREA. A spacious hexagonal shaped room having cathedral-style beamed ceiling with fan, covected heating from Lounge log fire. SEPARATE KITCHEN/BAR AREA - EN-SUITE - comprising shower, washbasin set into vanity unit and heated towel rail. There is a spacious fitted walk-in wardrobe with double doors and full-length mirror. Sliding door giving access to a large covered Italian tiled deck which in turn overlooks the gardens, Waikato River, Mount Tauhara and open countryside. There is a second tiled deck approached via a sliding door. Both decks have architectural steel hand railing. OUTSIDE CARPORT GARAGE - 45sq. metres (485.20 sq. ft) - situated between the house and the flat and being approached via double remote controlled doors both back and front, vaulted ceiling, multiple power/phone points and autovac. SELF-CONTAINED FLAT 42sq. metres (451.92 sq. ft) - completely redecorated, having its own carport. The Kitchen has river/mountain/bush views. The Lounge/Dining Room has bay windows. There is a large triple sized bedroom with similar views and having double built-in wardrobe, and alarm control pad. The Hallway has an airing cupboard. The Bathroom has laundry facility, washbasin set into vanity unit, w.c., shower and laundry tub. There is provision for a washing machine/dryer. THIS FLAT WAS PREVIOUSLY TENANTED AT $160.00 PER WEEK.