Coromandel Real Estate

<b>"MONTELLO"</b> Situation: Approximately 66mts up Moumoukai Road then follow a private road to the top where "Montello" is superbly positioned on top of the hill. A pretty tree lined gravel drive leads to a circular turn around. In the centre of this is an intiguing water feature. The home is sited to allow viewing of most of the farm and for all day sun. Moumaoukai Road is easily accessed from the south via either Mangatawhiri - Lyons Road and Paparimu Road or from Bombay - Paparata and Paparimu Road. Alternatively if coming from the north by Hunua Road or from Ramarama via Ararimu Road and Gellings Road. All these are quality sealed roads offering a very pretty scenic drive through the countryside. Either way it is 20 minutes to the motorway with excellent schooling handy at Paparimu Primary, Ararimu or Hunua. The school bus service is available. A wonderful rural community it is friendly and welcoming with regular activities at the hall and the school. The bowling and tennis clubs of Hunua are very well patronised. Also handy are the petrol station/dairy and mechanic at Hunua. Whether working north or south this is close enough for an easy commute but still in the heart of real Kiwi rural lifestyle living. It is just 30 minutes to Manukau airport and 45 minutes to the city. The Hunua Range is part of Auckland's water catchment and Regional Park land, mostly in bush but with large areas of exotic forest. It is famed for the Hunua Falls and offers beautiful walks. The home: A wide deck runs along the entire North side of the home inviting outdoor relaxation year round. Ranchsliders lead into the lounge with a cosy wood burning stove for snug winter evenings. The dining room is adjacent. Well positioned the kitchen catches the first of the morning sun. It offers generous bench space and cupboarding with a large walk in pantry. A double oven is complimented by 4 gas hobs and one electric. Parquet flooring features through these rooms. Three double bedrooms - benefit from a warm north westerly aspect. The family bathroom has claw foot bath, a separate shower and a separate toilet. The master bedroom has a walk in wardrobe and ensuite. Essential to every rural lifestyle - the bootroom is at the back door along with the laundry. The home has recently been tastefully redecorated. Double garaging with three phase power and a double carport completes a very attractive yet practical lifestyle opportunity. the property is particularly private and has a special serenity. Land Description: The 21 acres (approximately) are a mix of flats, rolling and deep valleys. Soils are of a rich loam type. Several water valleys could be enhanced with wet land plantings. Divided into 12 paddocks the fencing is predominantly 8 wire and batten or 6 wire post - all fully electrified. Races allow for easy stock movement. The contour affords great shelter from prevailing winds. Water is pumped from a central dam to troughs in each paddock. Currently this is by electric pump with a wind mill option.