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270 Downs Road, Hororata, Selwyn

Name: Open Home - 11:00am - 11:30am
Start: 2026-02-21T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-02-21T22:30:00.000Z
Location: 270 Downs Road

Deadline Treaty, 11 Mar 2026 10:00

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287m²

3.99ha

Lifestyle freedom with serious extras

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)

10am, Wed 11 Mar 2026

62 South Terrace, Darfield

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Set on an expansive 3.9941ha (more or less), this is a rare opportunity to secure a truly versatile lifestyle property in the peaceful surrounds of Hororata. If you're craving space, privacy and the freedom to live the way you want - this property delivers it in abundance. Escape the hustle and bustle and unwind in your own rural sanctuary, where lush landscaping, established trees and native plantings create a private, tranquil setting. A large pond, well-fenced paddocks and productive growing spaces complete the picture.

Inside, the home is modern and contemporary with thoughtful upgrades throughout. A welcoming entranceway leads to light-filled living areas designed for both comfort and connection. The open-plan kitchen and dining zone is a standout - featuring quality appliances, stone benchtops, Italian wall tiles and a generous pantry cupboard. Adjacent, the large separate lounge offers seamless indoor/outdoor flow to two substantial deck areas and an inviting patio - perfect for entertaining or soaking up the serenity. A dedicated office adds flexibility for families or those working from home.

Accommodation is generous with five double bedrooms, including an expansive master suite complete with a large walk-in robe, a luxurious ensuite boasting a freestanding bath, double vanity, skylights and tiled underfloor heating, plus the additional bonus of your own private living space with French doors opening onto the spa deck. A centrally positioned family bathroom, three toilets in total, large separate laundry/boot room and excellent storage enhance everyday practicality.

Comfort is assured year-round with a log burner, three heat pumps, a heat transfer system and double glazing. Adding further appeal is the freehold solar panel system, including an 8kW inverter and 16.6kW battery storage - a forward-thinking feature offering energy efficiency and resilience.

Outbuildings here are exceptional with a separate double garage, four-bay garage currently set up as a "man cave", large lockable shed with three-phase power used as a workshop or potential to convert back to stables/horse boxes, two-bay hay shed and a woodshed. Whether you're into horses, home-based business, storage for toys and machinery, or simply want room to spread out - the options here are extensive. A tunnelhouse, greenhouse and ample parking for vehicles, equipment or recreational gear complete this impressive offering.

All of this is within easy commuting distance to Darfield for cafes, popular schools and amenities, and approximately 45 minutes to Christchurch Airport. Properties of this scale, flexibility and quality are seldom available. Don't miss your chance to secure a lifestyle with genuine versatility and room to grow.

Additional details

Type

Lifestyle Property

Property ID

5529659

Listed on

17/02/2026

Updated

4 days ago

Open Homes1

Sun, 22 Feb

11:00AM - 11:30AM

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Type of title

Freehold

Floor area

287m²

Land area

3.99ha

Decade of Built

1970s

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Hororata, Selwyn

Hororata is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Selwyn, one of 31 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Hororata is the 15th largest suburb of Selwyn in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Hororata provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1880 - 1889. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 2000 - 2009. Residential housing stock in Hororata is made up of approximately 50% residential housing , 1% residential investment housing and 49% lifestyle properties.

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