This cosy country cottage is just 10 drive minutes from central Hamilton and on regular school bus routes, offering the best of village and rural living with plenty of room to spread out. Enjoy slow mornings on the sun-drenched deck, afternoons in the garden, and evenings around the pizza oven with family and friends. Recently renovated for modern family living, the home features three double bedrooms, a separate home office/rumpus with heat pump, sunny north-facing living areas, large windows and exceptional privacy thanks to the wrap-around high fence.
Warm and dry year-round, the home has full ceiling and underfloor insulation, a new heat pump, logburner, and ventilation and air-purification system. The renovated bathroom has heated towel rails, with separate laundry and toilet for added convenience. The family-friendly kitchen includes a large fridge, electric stove and new dishwasher, while raised garden beds are perfect for herbs and greens. Established fruit trees provide oranges, lemons, nashi pears, feijoas, plums, limes and mandarins.
Sustainable and practical, the property has two large rainwater tanks, gas hot water and has solar panels fitted to help reduce power costs. The fully fenced section with secure gates is ideal for children and pets. Lawn maintenance is included, leaving you free to enjoy the deck, garden and outdoor space.
Location is a standout: directly across from popular Whatawhata Rural School, the Backyard Bar and Village Cafe just a short stroll away. Raglan is only 20 minutes away for surfing and west-coast sunsets, while the nearby Waipa River offers fishing, exploring and outdoor adventures.
Family homes like this rarely reach the rental market. This is more than a standard rental - it’s a rare chance to enjoy sunlight, fresh air, garden-to-table living and the space to truly feel at home.
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