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53 Major Aitken Drive, Huntsbury, Christchurch City

Name: Open Home - 05:00pm - 05:45pm
Start: 2026-05-07T05:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-05-07T05:45:00.000Z
Location: 53 Major Aitken Drive

Auction, 28 May 2026 11:00

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1,293m²

A Masterclass in Hillside Living!

There is a certain magic to life on the slopes of Huntsbury Hill, and this home captures it perfectly. Designed and self-project managed by its owner, a Civil Engineer, it is the kind of residence that feels substantial and grounded yet remarkably light, perched on a generous 1293m2 section that offers a rare sense of breathing room. More than just a house, it serves as a sanctuary built for a family that desires space to grow while remaining harmoniously blended into the natural landscape. The external cladding is Integra Panel system over cavity battens with an impressive 281m2 footprint.

This is not your average home; it is a carefully considered vantage point designed to celebrate its environment. Positioned to stay warm, dry, and bathed in sun, the home benefits from an environment where frosts are exceedingly rare. The flow emphasises a deep connection to the outdoors, offering a breathtaking panoramic sweep that stretches across the cityscape and out to the majestic, snow-capped Southern Alps. Whether you are watching the morning mist rise over the plains or the city lights begin to sparkle at twilight, the view is a constant, living masterpiece that anchors every room. Set across three levels with a lift to each floor, there are no age or stage barriers to this property, and it will appeal to a wide range of buyers.

The kitchen features a walk-in pantry and flows naturally into the dining area and family room, where huge windows frame those alpine vistas. When it's time for alfresco dining, it's an effortless flow to the main balcony, paved courtyard and tiered gardens, making it easy to move the conversation outdoors into the fresh hill air. The luxury of extensive flat lawns provides a rare space for play and relaxation. A second formal living room creates the ideal away space or a zone in which to entertain with more captivating views.

The large master bedroom suite serves as a private retreat for parents, with its own balcony, dressing room and tiled ensuite with a bath, offering a quiet space to soak in the views before the day starts, or unwind by evening.

Two additional spacious bedrooms, and a further single bedroom or office, complete the accommodation, serviced by a well-appointed bathroom and separate laundry.

Fully double glazed with under tile heating, ducted air conditioning plus a wood burner, climate control is assured all year round.

The larger than double internal access garage includes workshop space, an added storage room and it's own WC, ideal for the home handyman. Additional parking for the motorhome, boat or additional vehicles, is a true luxury on the hill.

Beyond the front door, the lifestyle is equally unparalleled. You are perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of both worlds: the tranquility of the hills and the vibrance of the city. At the foot of the hill, the local favorite The Brickworks offers relaxed riverside dining, while the boutique shops and cafes of Beckenham Village are just a quick trip away. For those who crave the CBD, the commute is remarkably short, yet you remain worlds away from the hustle. For a true taste of the high life, a short drive further up the hill brings you to Tussock Hill Vineyard and Cellar Door, where you can enjoy organic wines and world-class dining overlooking the very vines that share your horizon. For those seeking adventure, the world-class walking and mountain biking tracks of the Port Hills are right on your doorstep.

Uncompromising comfort meets elite positioning here. Factor in the sought-after zoning for Beckenham Primary, St Peters School, Hillview Christian School and Cashmere High and you have a property that is as functional for families as it is beautiful-a rare chance to secure a lifestyle that is truly one of a kind.

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Auction: To be held from 11am, 28th May 2026 at Ray White City Office, 76 Hereford Street, City Centre, Christchurch (unless sold prior)

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Type

House

Property ID

MCN36296

Listed on

06/05/2026

Updated

yesterday

Open Homes3

Thu, 7 May

05:00PM - 05:45PM

Sat, 9 May

01:30PM - 02:15PM

Sun, 10 May

02:00PM - 02:45PM

Auction1

Thu, 28 May

11:00AM

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 1 days (last updated on 6 May) and was last sold in 2000 for $120,000. OneRoof now estimates this property to be $1,365,000 and its latest rating valuation by Christchurch City council is $1,300,000 as of 2025. There are 6 4-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 13 properties for sale in Huntsbury.

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Huntsbury is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Christchurch, one of 116 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Huntsbury is the 56th largest suburb of Christchurch in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Huntsbury provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1920 - 1929. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 2010 - 2019. Residential housing stock in Huntsbury is made up of approximately 99% residential housing , 1% residential investment housing and 1% lifestyle properties.

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