guardian property 6 december 2013

DECEMBER 6 2013

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First impressions continue to be continued as you journey through this superbly presented home. Built to an exacting standard of finish that is rarely available today in the ever growing Braebrook subdivision. A blend of spacious living areas with a magnificent kitchen as the “hub of the home” provide a choice of spaces to relax, entertain and rest in. Indoor/outdoor flow via sliding doors creates a seamless indoor/outdoor living environment perfect for entertainment. Heat pumps and logfire heat this generously proportioned home. Four double bedrooms, master with ensuite complete with walk –in tiled shower, study and large

family bathroom with tiled shower. There is so much to admire. Double internal garage. You will be proud to call this home.

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6 Braebrook Drive

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6 Braebrook Drive

$597,500Web ID AU33516

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OFTEN ADMIRED

OPEN HOME$560,000 WEB ID AU33871EASTSIDE1 Magnolia DriveThis spacious quality built 219sqm threedouble bedroom plus study family homesits on a beautifully landscaped 672sqmsection. Featuring a large entertainerskitchen, large living/dining opening to aprivate deck area.VIEW Saturday 7 Dec 10.00 - 10.30am

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BETTER LIVING

OPEN HOME$597,500 WEB ID AU33516EASTSIDE6 Braebrook DriveStep inside this home and immediately beimpressed. Relax and enjoy the spaciouslounge and open plan kitchen, dining area.Living areas open onto sunfilled patiosperfect for entertainment. Four bedrooms,master with ensuite.VIEW Saturday 7 Dec 10.00 - 10.30am

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AMAZING VALUE HERE

OPEN HOME$499,000 WEB ID AU32196AEASTSIDE11 Magnolia DriveGreat corner site for this bigger than mostfamily home, you will fit everything intothe 257sqm home• Ensuite off master bedroom• Open plan kitchen, dining and livingroom• Separate loungeVIEW Saturday 7 Dec 10.00 - 10.45am

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SUNNY AND SPACIOUS

OPEN HOMEDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU33994EASTSIDEFlat 4, 85 Aitken StreetEnjoy the sun in this roomy two bedroomunit. Located in walking distance to townor Netherby shopsVIEW Saturday 7 Dec 10.30 - 11.00amDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Wednesday18th December 2013 at 4.00pm

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COULD BE PERFECT

OPEN HOMEDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU34037EASTSIDE44 Peter StreetFront unit, all day sun, close to town,exactly what you say you want! Supersized conservatory.VIEW Saturday 7 Dec 10.30 - 11.00amDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Wednesday18th December 2013 at 2.00pm

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NEST OR INVEST

OPEN HOMEOFFERS OVER $268,000 WEB ID AU34036EASTSIDE86 Princes StreetThree bedroom family home on fullyfenced 759sqm section. Open plan living,compliant log fire and new carpetthroughout. Large conservatory a bonus!

This very tidy home is sure to impress.Perfect first home or investment.VIEW Saturday 7 Dec 10.45 - 11.15am

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SUN FILLED AND SPACIOUS

OPEN HOMEOFFERS OVER $345,000 WEB ID AU34032WESTSIDE10 Middle RoadLooking for a Townhouse or House?...youwill love this home, its set to catch themaximum sun, you can enjoy both streetviews and a private outdoor entertainmentarea off the spacious lounge. There arethree large bedrooms and good doublegarage.VIEW Saturday 7 Dec 11.15 - 11.45am

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PERFECT POSITION

OPEN HOME$238,000 WEB ID AU33882EASTSIDE3/66 William StreetSo close to town centre this very tidy unit isattractively positioned on a corner section.One of three, all with their own streetaccess - that's a real plus. Kitchen/diningopens to lounge with heat pump. Twodouble bedrooms.VIEW Saturday 7 Dec 11.15 - 11.45am

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LOOK AT THIS

OPEN HOMEOFFERS OVER $295,000 WEB ID AU34033EASTSIDE56 Albert StreetBeautiful character home recentlyrepainted with 3 bedrooms, kitchen diningand living heated by compliant log burner.Double garage, larger fenced section withloads of space for children and pets toplay. Handy to schools and shoppingcentre.VIEW Saturday 7 Dec 11.30 - 12.00pm

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MAKE THIS YOUR OWN

OPEN HOMEOFFERS OVER $265,000 WEB ID AU33255EASTSIDE22 Brucefield AvenueModern attractive and sensible homeplaced well on section to catch all day sun.Three double bedrooms. Living opens toprivate, shelter outdoor living area. Greatbackyard. Child and dog friendly.

Don't delay with this one!VIEW Saturday 7 Dec 12.15 - 12.45pm

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GREAT LOCATION

OPEN HOME$489,000 WEB ID AU32991AWESTSIDE122 Elizabeth StreetBrand new 211sqm three bedroom homeplus office, two bathrooms and a doubleinternal access garage. Designed to bespacious and warm. Sited on 666sqmsection, this home is certain to impress.Don't delay.VIEW Saturday 7 Dec 1.00 - 1.30pm

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PEACEFUL TRANQUILITY

$210,000 WEB ID AU34007EASTSIDE52a Suffolk StreetThree bedroom ownership unit quietlytucked away from all the noise and bustleof traffic. Set in pretty garden with plentyof room to grow your own vegetables.Wet floor shower is easy. Single garage hasauto door opener. Beach Road shops ver...View By Appointment

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BRAND NEW FOR YOU

$365,000 WEB ID AU33993EASTSIDE332B Havelock StreetBrand new sunny three bedroomtownhouse located within walking distanceof town, churches and library. The fullbathroom has dual access from the mainbedroom and the hallway, along withseparate toilet. A large single garage withinternal access.View By Appointment

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BUILDING HAS STARTED

$499,000 WEB ID AU33824WESTSIDE9A Allison StreetBuilders have started, get in early and helppick the colours of your new 235sqmhome!• Open plan kitchen, dining and living• Separate lounge• Good size double garage• Internal access form garageView By Appointment

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CHECK THIS OUT!

$249,000 WEB ID AU33676WESTSIDE491 West StreetGreat rental home on West Street or firsthome option. Open plan kitchen/livingwith three bedrooms. Three car garagingwith loads of parking, also hobby room.Plenty of options here. Phone to view. Putyour own touch on this.View By Appointment

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SIZE REALLY DOES MATTER

OFFERS OVER $650,000 WEB ID AU33645WESTSIDE20 Westpark CloseQuality home of over 300sqm. You will notreplace this home in this location for thissort of money. Five bedrooms and anoffice. 3 car garaging. Super sized kitchen,dining and living area with separatelounge. All the modern conveniences.View By Appointment

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PLEASANT SURPRISE

OFFERS OVER $270,000 WEB ID AU33517EASTSIDE153 Trevors RoadLoads of character, this home offers muchmore than meets the eye. Spacious livingareas are a feature, as is the updatedkitchen, with pantry and dishwasher. Twotoilets also add to this homes appeal.Single garage.View By Appointment

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SUNNY, WARM AND MODERN

NEGOTIATION WEB ID AU33510WESTSIDE11 Somerset GroveEntering through the foyer of this homeand it is instantly apparent that it's a realsuntrap. The two separate living areas offerspace and family style living with an indooroutdoor aspect great for BBQ's during thesummer.View By Appointment

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A GREAT START HERE

$239,000 WEB ID AU33496AWESTSIDE7 Turton StreetSituated on a 490m2 easycare section, thisthree bedroom home is in a great Allentonlocation. Some modernising wouldenhance - a great opportunity to addvalue.

Call now to view.View By Appointment

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ENJOY SUMMER LIVING HERE

$425,000 WEB ID AU33348TINWALD17 Thomson StreetThis spacious brick home, built in the2000's has four bedrooms, master withensuite and loads of storage. Great flowfrom the open plan living area to lovelyprivate outdoor area. Well fenced sectionwith garden shed and vegie garden.View By Appointment

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FABULOUSLY SUNNY!

$335,000 WEB ID AU33192EASTSIDEFlat 1 42 Grey StreetEnjoy your busy or retired life in this sunnythree bedroom townhouse within theavenues. Sitting well for all day sun on asmaller easy care section, this home has itall - open plan kitchen/dining/living,conservatory, double garage and more.View By Appointment

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BANG FOR YOUR BUCK

OFFERS OVER $285,000 WEB ID AU33160ATINWALD151 Archibald StreetYou must view this home if you arelooking for the complete package in thisprice range. Spacious living areas, 3bedrooms, 3 car garaging.Office/multipurpose room. Loads ofoutbuildings and off-street parking. Don'tdismiss without viewing.View By Appointment

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OPEN HOME

DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATYWEB ID AL34005

ASHBURTON209 Wheatstone RoadAffordable fabulous family home on this rural lifestyleretreat. 11 kilometres to town and brilliant for theyoung family with an animal or two.

Modern three bedroom home with open plan kitchen,living, dining and separate lounge. Master bedroomhas an ensuite. Double garage and 4 bay implementshed. Make this your family home and lifestyle.

VIEW Saturday 7 Dec 10.30 -11.15amDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATYThursday 19th December 2013at 4.00pm

QUALITY AND STYLE - 7 HA

OPEN HOME

$1,500,000 + GSTWEB ID AL33650

ASHBURTON28 Mitcham RoadA beautifully appointed country home builtapproximately five years ago. The house has beenthoughtfully designed and constructed with Oamarustone under a Gerrard roof complemented with copperdown pipes and spouting. Set amidst well stockedformal gardens and a delightful sun drenched patiocomplete with electronic, automated pergola system.

The house exudes quality and style in every detail. Highstuds with cornicing, four large bedrooms, the masterwith ensuite and dressing room. The living area is openplan, bright and spacious with a pleasing aspect to thegarden and countryside beyond. A double garage withautomated door.

VIEW Wednesday 11 Dec 6.30 -7.30pm

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123 HA WELL LOCATED - WELL DEVELOPED

AUCTION

AUCTIONWEB ID AR33653

ASHBURTONFairfield Road"Burnetts Farm"Development has focused on ease of management oflarge numbers of stock. Within a block of Silver FernFarms Fairton (Ashburton) meat processing facility thisproperty provides a broad range of possibilities.

Dairy run off (or conversion if irrigation possibilities areable to be realised), stock trading/finishing or intensivearable.

Central lane access to all paddocks, reticulated stockwater supply and solid large well built stock yardscomplete the picture.

View By AppointmentAUCTION3.00pm, Fri 13th December, 2013

"EXCEPTIONAL" - 34.46 HA

OPEN TO VIEW

DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATYWEB ID AR33668

GREENSTREET96 Ashburton Staveley RoadLocated in one of Mid Canterburies best kept secrets isthis beautifully appointed two storey four bedroomhomestead featuring games room, separate lounge andoffice and open plan living. A full complement of farmbuildings - this unit has the lot! 40 mature walnut treesproducing an average of approximately one tonne ofwalnuts/year, almost totally deer fenced.

A great opportunity to purchase an up and runningsmaller farm. Don't delay!

VIEW Saturday 7 Dec 11.00 -11.30amDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATYMonday 16th December 2013 at4.00pm

8.924 HA - UNIQUE SETTING DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATYWEB ID AL33803

GREENSTREET444 Ashburton Staveley RoadTrue park like setting with edged manicured gardensand established trees surrounding this appealing twobedroom family home. Meticulously presented, thesense of the earthy warmth that comes from countryliving permeates.

Spacious open plan living/dining, in an elevatedposition it soaks in sun. Good outbuildings and yards.Backs to the river for Sunday walks.

View By AppointmentDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATYTuesday 17th December 2013 at4.00pm

LARGE SCALE DAIRY

NEW LISTING


CLANDEBOYE1181 Orton Rangitata Mouth Road381 hectares (including 31ha ECAN lease)This dairy unit has heaps of untouched potential.Presently milking 1240 cows targeting 566,000 kgms.Irrigation enhancement from Rangitata South IrrigationScheme including a holding pond will be completed bypossession. Pivot irrigation, very good homes and good50 bale rotary shed. Take this farm forward into thenext season.

View By AppointmentAUCTION2.00pm, Wed 18th December,2013

ONE OF THE BEST

NEW LISTING


LOWCLIFFE315 Emersons Road276 hectares of top line quality opportunities like thisseldom come along. 54 bale rotary shed, meal feeders,cup removers and computerisation. 800m pivotcovering approximately 240 ha. Mixture of shallow anddeep wells 5mm/ha/day consent. Two good qualityhomes including a tidy sunny homestead in alandscaped setting. Good farm improvements. 950cows - 428,000 kgms. An excellent farm looking fornew owners.

View By AppointmentAUCTION2.00pm, Wed 18th December,2013

MANY OPTIONS DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATYWEB ID AR33773

PLEASANT POINT19 Collett RoadA largely flat 249 ha cropping and grazing farm withsome quality soils close to Pleasant Point. This farm hasproduced potatoes, whole crop barley, barley and kalein recent years, along with lamb fattening and heifergrazing. An irrigation pivot plan has been developedwhich gives good coverage of the rectangular farm. Arange of sheds. Several titles which give a mix ofbuying options. This farm is poised to take the nextstep.

View By AppointmentDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATYThursday 12th December 2013at 2.00pm

HALF ACRE IN HINDS

$260,000 WEB ID AL33427AHINDS90 David StreetAt the end of a quiet street is this three bedroompermanent material home set on 2023sqm section(half acre). Warm and sunny living. Double garage andgames room. Ideal opportunity here for first homebuyers within a thriving community.View By Appointment

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Can you afford not to be here?*SOURCE NEILSEN MEDIA

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A shburton, is a town that likes to take care of its residents, there are so

many good causes , trusts and charity events raising money for the young, old and needy. I know the “ toot for tucker” was a huge success this year, more people gave than ever generously. This along with Fetes, car washes, sponsored runs/walks/swims and a wide variety of worthy causes makes Ashburton an extraordinary and special place to live. It’s such a shame that other parts of Canterbury fall short

of the caring attitude – I was reading a story about a man called James Barber from Upper Riccarton. James 77, was recovering in Oxford hospital from spinal surgery when he received a phone call from a neighbour, saying his property was being sold and an agent had been around With a For Sale sign – James was one of the remaining residents from Crossdale Courts retirement complex in upper Riccarton, a property Mr Barber had been given rights to occupy until his death. The residents have been in legal battles for five years after the owner and former policeman Gary Campbell went bankrupt and fled to Australia. Twenty four residents all paid a personal loan from $40,000 to $77,000 for a licence to occupy until death – unfortunately they didn’t get any ownership rights and

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53 Pattons Road, Mt SomersOpen Home Saturday, December 7, 9.00 -9.30am BACH RETREAT OR COUNTRY HOME GETAWAY. Located in the Mt Somers township this has been the family bach. The two bedroom bach can sleep fi ve easily and has an added sleepout as part of the garage. Easy care construction and very well put together. Can be used for holidays or full time rural home. First time buyers or retire and relax. The main features are a large section with space for the toys, large covered deck area for the summer outdoor lifestyle. Two good sized double bedrooms. Options are you could expand and add to easily. Fully furnished if required. Close to the Ashburton Gorge and Lakes area. Hiking, mountain biking, skiing, golf, fi shing all close by.

$219,000

13 Robinson Street, Rakaia Open Home Saturday, December 7, 1.00 - 1.30pmSUPERIOR IN RAKAIA - Exceptional four bedroom home just come to market. Large quarter acre section fully fenced with a great outdoor area for the whole family. The kitchen is the jewel with a stylish, modern layout. The kitchen fl ows though to the lounge area which has a new log burner. Open the sliding doors and step out to a fantastic large deck with solid wood benches, perfect for the summer BBQ. A great fenced off veggie and herb garden for those with a green thumb, also a sandpit for the kids to play in. Master has good wardrobe space and ensuite.

$390,000

30 Miller Ave, AllentonOpen HomeSaturday, December 7, 11.30am -12noonYOUR CHANCE IN ALLENTON - Be quick, a rare chance to secure a premier location and quality spacious home on 989m2. This property has lots to offer with stylish decor throughout. Three spacious bedrooms, master leading out to the sunroom. Large lounge/dining room and adjacent paved and screened outdoor living space. Renovated kitchen and bathroom. Mature easy care garden. Reserve next door gives the added feeling of space and separation.

$368,000

377 Hawkins Road, HororataOpen Home Saturday, December 7, 2.30 - 3.30pm HORORATA COUNTRY LIFESo many features. Located in the centre of the village and still quiet. ½ acre section with wonderfully spacious four bedroom, two bathroom family home. All the EQC work is completed to a high standard. Partial double glazing plus under fl oor insulation. Double garage and workshop, shed and two wood sheds, veggie patch and large tunnel house. Decking and verandahs around half the home.x Mature gardens with great bird life and lovely haven.

$420,000

Industry Comment

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the finance company took over and started evicting residents. Some of the residents have died, a few in hospital and some reached an agreement with the finance company. There are just 8 of the original tenants including Mr Barber, a widower and father of 3. Mr Barber was in tears “ I have worked hard all my life, and I have never had much but what am I supposed to do now” He feels “ abandoned by justice” Mortgagee Massolit Ltd filed an application in the high court to sell Mr Barbers unit. Auckland based law firm Carter Kirkland acting for Massolit Ltd had no comment. With no options left, Mr Barber pleaded with the mortgagee “ to show some humanity and honour” . Last year Christchurch City Council were asked to buy the complex, unfortunately the council failed to act despite initially supporting Mr Barbers requests. Mr Barbers lawyer, Dean Palmer, continues to fight and is currently looking into his clients equitable rights.For information see www.atelier.co.nz.

Are you safe in your home?

www.bayleys.co.nz

Price by Negotiation The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $285,000

View Sat 10-10.30amwww.bayleys.co.nz/516877Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 7377Debbie BoonM 027 448 4006B 03 307 7377

Ashburton

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

160 McMurdo Street, Tinwald

Great opportunity for the first home buyer or investor looking for a toe hold on the property ladder. Featuring open plan kitchen and dining flowing to the living area and conservatory. Three bedrooms and a single garage with ample off street parking. Sitting on a good "ole" kiwi quarter acre there are possibilities galore.

PUT YOUR STAMP HERE

Deadline Sale All offers on or before 4pm, Wed 11 Dec 2013

View by appointmentwww.bayleys.co.nz/516874Mike PrestonM 027 430 7041B 03 307 [email protected]

Ashburton


559 Mitcham Road, Winchmore

This 35.7565 hectare borderdyke irrigated property is located within 10 kilometres of central Ashburton. With two road frontages and in an area known for dairying, grazing and cropping this is an opportunity not to be missed. A three bedroom home in a private sheltered garden with sheds and cattle yards complete this property.

PRIME WINCHMORE LOCATION

FINAL

NOTICE

Deadline Sale The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $660,000 by 3pm, Wed 18 Dec 2013

View Sat 12.15-1.00pmwww.bayleys.co.nz/517023Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 7377Debbie BoonM 027 448 4006B 03 307 7377

Ashburton


6 Primrose Place, Allenton

This property definitely has to be on your shopping list if you want quality design and build. Three bedrooms, master with ensuite, interconnecting living and superb first class kitchen flowing to the decking and generous section.

ATTENTION TO DETAIL

Deadline Sale The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $620,000 by 3pm, Tues 10 Dec 2013

View Sat 11.30-12.00pmwww.bayleys.co.nz/516981Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 7377Debbie BoonM 027 448 4006B 03 307 7377

Ashburton


7 Somerset Grove, Allenton

An exciting opportunity to purchase this quality built family home in this sought after Allenton location. Finished to the highest standard this 220m² house offers three bedrooms, fourth bedroom or office, ensuite, interconnecting living spaces flowing to the outdoor living space to entertain or just relax. Double attached garaging with off street parking makes this property in a word SHARP!

UNCOMPROMISING QUALITY

FINAL

NOTICE

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For Sale Price by Negotiation

View By appointmentwww.bayleys.co.nz/512049Mike PrestonM 027 430 7041B 03 307 [email protected]

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212 Beach Road

The owner of this magnificent property has found his next move and requires a sale. Featuring six plus bedrooms, lounge, dining room, study, billiard room, three bathrooms and surrounded by delightful gardens and many old trees. Are you looking for a property of this calibre? Let’s talk, I have the willing vendor!

SOLD

OWNER WANTS SOLD

Auction From 1pm, Fri 29 Nov 2013 (unless sold prior), Hotel Ashburton, Racecourse Road, Ashburton


Ashburton


12 Burnett Street

Three bedroom cottage with one bathroom, living, separate kitchen and a separate laundry on a 499m² Glasgow Lease. The property is currently tenanted and the tenant is keen to stay on as they love the cottage and the location. This will be a fantastic development site, either now or in the future. Can you see the potential?

SOLD

ENCHANTING COTTAGE

Price by Negotiation The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $425,000

View Sat 10.45-11.15amwww.bayleys.co.nz/516903Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 7377Debbie BoonM 027 448 4006B 03 307 7377

Ashburton


74 Cox Street

Step inside and be impressed with the space in this terrifically sunny townhouse. Generous living area flows to the kitchen and dining areas, three double bedrooms and internal access garaging. The garden is well established and offers just enough to keep green fingers happy. Enjoy a central location.

MORE THAN JUST A TOWNHOUSE

Deadline Sale The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $395,000 by 12pm, Tues 12 Dec 2013 (unless sold prior)

View Sat 10.45-11.15amwww.bayleys.co.nz/516960Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 7377Debbie BoonM 027 448 4006B 03 307 7377

Ashburton


50 Elizabeth Street, Allenton

This three bedroom home oozes character and is set in a prime location. Spacious kitchen flowing to the living spaces. The three bedrooms are spacious with built in robes and there is internal access garaging. Heated with a heatpump and a pellet fire you won’t go cold in the winter. Lovely mature gardens complete the setting.

FINAL

NOTICE

LOOKING FOR FAMILY

Deadline Sale The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $450,000 by 12pm, Tues 10 Dec 2013

View Sat 11.30-12pmwww.bayleys.co.nz/516950Mick HydesM 027 437 9696B 03 307 7377Debbie BoonM 027 448 4006B 03 307 7377

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23 Falcon Drive, AllentonD Three bedrooms, two bathrooms D Substantial living areasD Ample heating D Manicured gardensD Double garage, 743m² section

FINAL

NOTICE

TOP NOTCH LOCATION

For Sale Offers over $685,000

View Sat 11.30-12.15pmwww.bayleys.co.nz/516987Mike PrestonM 027 430 7041B 03 307 [email protected]

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Hepburns Road

This low maintenance six year old permanent material three bedroom home sits on 2.0234 hectares with a sunny aspect. Open plan kitchen and dining with a separate living area. Doors open to a new wooden deck, recently sown lawn and views to the mountains. A perfect lifestyle starter or an easy choice if you’re looking to downsize.

START THE GOOD LIFE

Deadline Sale The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $270,000 by 3pm, Tues 17 Dec 2013 (unless sold prior)


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44 Princes Street, Netherby

This home offers ample living with separate kitchen and new log burner. Some renovations done, add your own touches to complete the picture. The 1,012m² section has the potential to be subdivided if you so desire.

YOUR PERFECT START

Meal time: When the weather is fine take the opportunity to appreciate your hard work and

dine outside at your newly built table.

IT’S nice to think of having Christmas dinner outside, even though our fickle summer weather can put paid to those plans. In case the sun does shine, here’s how to make an outdoor dining table at which to host your Christmas guests. This kind of table looks smart, without the price tag (I used narrower-gauge timber for the top and then added an edging underneath it to make it look more solid).

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Set the scene for al fresco diningDIY

MATERIALS

1. 4 Macrocarpa sleepers 200x50 x2.1m (top)

2. 1 macrocarpa sleeper 200x50x 2.1m

3. (under-top edging)4. 2 macrocarpa

sleepers 200x50x 2.1m

5. (rails&corner blocks)6. 1 macrocarpa

sleeper 200x100x 2.1m (legs)

7. 1 box stainless screws 75mm

8. 8 galvanised coach screws 200mmx 12mm diameter

9. Exterior wood glue

Enjoy a meal with friends and family around this great outdoor table, writes Greig Morgan

Step 1

The table top: Apply a generous amount of glue to the four sleepers and match the grain. Rub the joints together to help achieve a strong bond. Use a couple of sash cramps to help keep joints tight while the glue sets. Now the glue has set, use a square to square up both ends.

Step 2

Under-top edging: Set the skillsaw blade to cut through the 50mm thickness of timber. Set up your saw guide and cut 50mm strips x2 for the length of the table, and x2 for the end pieces. Pre-drill evenly spaced 5mm holes then run a bead of glue along the lengths. Rub joints flush with the outside edges of the table and countersink down using 75mm screws.

Step 3

The legs: Set the skillsaw to cut as deep as the blade allows. Set the guide to cut in 100mm. Cut through the legs so they measure 100x100mm. Using a square, measure 690mm down, mark and cut. From the top corner measure down 90mm. Using a hammer and chisel check out the top corner to make a flat surface for the coach screws. To add detail, either use a router or plane off the sharp edges.

Step 4

Rails: Sit the legs in each corner on the inside of the under-top edging, making sure the checked out piece is facing inward. Cut a length of 200x50mm in half, then measure and cut to fit between the legs for the sides and end pieces.

Pre-drill evenly spaced holes on the inside of the rail using a 5mm drill bit on an angle. Plane off the sharp edges or use a router. Glue and fix the rails to the top using 75mm screws.

Step 5

Corner blocks: Corner blocks are fitted, glued and screwed for bracing and strength, using the off-cut pieces of 100x50mm rail. Measure and cut each block so each end sits an equal distance along the side. Drill 12mm holes in the centre of the block at its top and bottom, and in line with the checked out leg. Pre-drill a 9mm hole to take the coach screws, then insert them.

Step 6

Turn the table upright and either plane off the sharp edges or run a router around the top edging to create a detail. You can sand, stain or varnish your table to enhance the natural timber, and to suit its surroundings.Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

Step 5

TOOLS

• Skill saw• Tape

measure, pencil

• Builder’s square

• Sash cramps• Hand plane• Hand router• Screw gun• Socket set

or adjustable crescent

• 5mm,9mm& 12mm drill bits

• Hammer and chisel

It would have been very disappointing to have finished the build to find nothing fitted.

Many of us have large pieces of furniture we may find hard to place in our rooms.

This may be because the furniture was bought for a previous home; an odd placement of windows or the shape of the room.

I have mentioned in previous columns that it is good idea when you are in the market for new furniture to buy the larger pieces or those more expensive items first to work with your rooms. But what if you already have those large pieces and you’re looking at buying a new home, building or revamping? You may have a few large treasured pieces that you don’t intend to part with, therefore you will need to think carefully about where you want them placed.

When I was looking at moving from my villa into something more modern with less maintenance (I was listening to my heart that day: more modern, yes; less maintenance, no), I needed to think about the placement of a large old piano, a purpose-built bookcase and an old rolled-arm three-seater with two chairs. Armed with my tape measure and measurements on house visits, I was amazed how many newer homes didn’t accommodate our furniture. The piano needed to be on an inside wall, and the bookcase had to be on a wall larger than the piano. I didn’t want them in direct sunlight or with the possibility of a door crashing on to the precious timber. Even displaying art was not an option because of light fittings or light switches “thoughtfully” placed in the middle of the wall. Whatever happened to the logical placement of light

switches just inside the door so they were easily found when you entered a dark room? Removing the wall lights isn’t a problem if there is other lighting in the room, but if it means relocating switches and not having anywhere for them to go, that is a problem. Fortunately, the house we moved into accommodated our furniture very well, but I do come across the same problem when I have clients who are building or relocating.

One of the most common problems would be placement of bedroom furniture, china cabinets, dining room tables, paintings, actually some furniture in most homes. When we were going over one couple’s plans, we realised that the main bedroom wasn’t big enough to accommodate their bedroom furniture. The placement of doors for the entrance, dressing room and en suite, cut down the wall space considerably. There were four sets of windows, two on either side of the room, taking up two-thirds of the wall space to enhance the breathtaking views, and two slim windows to the floor, at the head of the bed. The width of the room had been designed for a queen-sized bed, but this couple had a super king and two large bedside cabinets. The bed and one of the cabinets just fitted and there was no wall space for any other furniture, not even in the dressing room. It was a beautiful room but, for it to work, it had to be extended by 2m before the build started. It would have been very disappointing to have finished the build to find nothing fitted.

With more homes having breakfast bars opening to dining rooms, sometimes the placement of the dining table becomes a problem. You need a lot of room around a dining table to accommodate chairs comfortably and, if it backs on to a breakfast bar, it can cut down the space you have to move your chair or stool out. If you’re building or considering a kitchen renovation and if you’re not sure whether your furniture will fit, make cardboard cutouts and place them on your plans.

Flooring in and around the kitchen area often becomes an issue - knowing where to stop and start it.

If you like to have carpet under the dining table instead of hard flooring and you want hard flooring around the breakfast bar, where do you stop and start the flooring?

Allow for the bar stools to be on the hard flooring in or out from under the bench. If they are going to clash with the dining chairs, carpet the complete area or hard-floor it. Bar stools should not be on both types of flooring. Even though chairs and stools are not bulky they are often attached to a fixed structure such as a bench. You can’t have one without the other.

Making furniture and spaces work well is fun. I am often called in to help clients to rearrange their homes and get the best out of what they have. Sometimes it is just a bit of tweaking, other times it is a complete revamp, repositioning furniture and artwork throughout the home.

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CV $101,000

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For Sale $80,000 - $90,000

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A good plumbing system is worth maintaining, and often high on the checklist of any potential buyer. Simple plumbing problems can often easily be handled by the homeowner. So if you are tired of hearing your leaky tap drip-ping, chances are all it needs is a new washer, and it can be a simple repair job.

Regulations covering what plumbing the do-it-yourselfer can and cannot do have been eased in the past few years, but it is worth remembering that plumb-ing is a specialized field. There is a huge range of taps, mixers and fittings on the market which make it difficult even for the professionals to keep up. Even the humble tap washer has undergone a revolution, with ceramic washers and many proprietary systems taking over. So before deciding to undertake a plumbing repair yourself, think care-fully. You may find you will save yourself time, money and a lot of grief by calling a professional.

Leaking taps should be dealt with quickly as, over time, the tap can be ir-reparably damaged. Many homes will still have the old-fashioned taps with a rubber washer, which eventually wears out. Other will dry out, get hard and crack or break. Just the wear and tear of turning taps on and off can damage the washer until it can no longer work.

When choosing taps for your home it is also a good idea to check if parts can be easily purchased. A replacement part for some taps on the market is of-ten more expensive than the entire tap system itself.

Replacing a tap washer is a fairly sim-ple task and only takes a few minutes, even if you have no plumbing experi-ence.

You will first need to turn off the wa-ter supply.

If you are changing a hot water tap, you may choose to shut off the water at the pipe that leads out of the hot water heater.

Once the water is off, turn on the tap to relieve the pressure in the pipe.

Indoor taps usually have a cover that needs to be removed, outdoor taps don’t. The cover may be formed by the handle, or the handle may be separate. Depending on the design of the tap, you may also need to remove the handle.

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Why pay when you can fix it yourself?

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There is usually a small screw on the top of the handle, usually under a plastic cap which should lift off, or under a steel cap which unscrews.

For cross-handled taps you will also need to remove the cover. The cover should unscrew, anticlockwise, to reveal the inside of the tap. You should be able to unscrew the cover by hand by gripping it tightly and turning, but you may need to use groove joint pump pliers with a thick rag in the jaws to prevent the cover from being damaged.

The tap mechanism can then be unscrewed from the body with an adjustable wrench. This will reveal the washer, which is held on by a small nut.

Replacing the washer is a matter of simply removing the nut and washer and fitting the new one. Make sure everything is free of grit or dirt, in-cluding the body of the tap where the washer will be in contact, before reassembling.

When fitting the mechanism back into the body of the tap, ensure the tap is in the open position and oper-ates freely when the tap is tightened

together. Then turn the tap off, turn the water back on and check your work.

If your tap continues to leak after replacing the washer, it will need reseating.

If left too long, the leak can wear a channel in the seat of the tap and instead of a simple washer, you will need to reseat it.

Reseating resurfaces your tap, so that the washer has the tightest seal. The simplest way to do this is to purchase a reseating kit which comes with all of the washers and seals you will need. However, regu-lar maintenance of taps should pre-vent the need for reseating.

It is also a good idea to make sure you have IDs in place on your taps as a safety precaution. And remem-ber to turn on taps which don’t get used often like the cistern and washing machine taps, to prevent them from seizing up.

Why pay when you can fix it yourself?

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Landscaping

L AWN LOVE: Lots of activity on a lawn can compact it, causing it to dry out. THERE’S nothing

like a big lawn when there are kids in the house. This quintessential backyard play space gets a lot of use during summer. Grow it organic and you can enjoy a safe, chemical-free carpet for everyone. But all this use results in problems that don’t show up until the dog days of summer.

Activity results in soil compaction. When it’s dense and claylike, because of foot traffic, bikes, Frisbee-tossing, you name it, the ground under a lawn can become rock-hard.

When compacted soil dries out, it becomes very slow to reabsorb moisture. This ground is not only tough for roots to penetrate, it takes forever, it seems, to get it adequately saturated again.

Most sprinkler systems deliver too much water for that slower absorption rate, so run-off inevitably results. Every litre of sprinkler run-off is a litre of drinking water lost, and a litre you pay for but don’t use.

Turf grass needs more water during summer’s heat, but if it can’t penetrate compacted ground, little to no water is absorbed. As your grass becomes more dehydrated,

it takes on a bluish cast, followed by withering and brownout. When these signs show up, you’ll know your lawn needs a spa day.

You can’t till the soil of a lawn as you would beds or a vegetable plot. Instead, aerate your lawn to reinvigorate it.

This practice perforates the soil with special tools so water and fertiliser can flow down to where the roots are. An aerating machine can be rented to rejuvenate your lawn.

The aerator uses special tubular punches to extract plugs about the size of your thumb. Blades are spaced evenly on the machine, so you can run it over the entire lawn for uniform coverage. Afterwards, rake up the plugs, compost them or use them to start a new lawn.

Once your lawn is thoroughly aerated, it’s ready for mulching. This is key to organic lawn-keeping, and helps turf-grass plants grow better naturally.

Using bagged compost or composted cow manure, spread a layer over the entire lawn. Then rake it vigorously to force it down into the holes.

When there’s humus in an aerator hole, it absorbs water flowing through, retaining it in the root zone for the heat of the afternoon.

Organic fertilisers can also lodge here as well.

Humus helps keep the holes open much longer, so your immediate efforts take full effect. When that moist fertile material lies within reach of the roots, turf grass enjoys better health overall and resistance to pests and diseases.

Once you’ve raked in the humus, add a final layer of fine cow manure to the lawn surface and lightly rake it to help the particles filter down around the root crowns of the grass plants. Here it functions just the same way mulch protects the root zone of vege plants. This humus also helps reduce thatch accumulations by putting microbes that consume dead organic matter in direct contact with thatch. This helps it to decompose naturally so you don’t have to remove it.

Your final step is to feed the lawn. Consult a nursery to find the best product for you. Many newer organic brands offer easy and safe-to-use turf formulas. Although many people are replacing their lawns with other landscaping amenities, families still depend on their turf grass for kids and pets.

The best way to make yours greener is to open the soil, insert humus and feed organically, so you’ll enjoy beautiful results year-round.

How green is your backyard?

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