Phenomenal architecture, intelligent design, and a bespoke finish coalesce perfectly to create this magical award-winning accommodation that provides an expansive haven. Large glass windows embrace the open plan kitchen, living, and dining area and draw the natural light and sweeping valley views into the home. Stunning in-ground salt water heated pool with a covered louvre area provides an exceptional outdoor area. The large built-in outdoor dining area leads you further down the garden. The property features a sunken lounge that is sheltered by a timber-cast concrete wall and draws texture from the surrounding greenery, creating a space to relax and hunker down in front of the gas fire all year round. The master suite is a retreat with bespoke joinery in the elegant walk-in-wardrobe, rimu timber batten cladding on the ceiling and end wall creating a connection with nature, and a stunning ensuite. The designer kitchen itself is a chef's paradise with two ovens, a coffee machine and expansive bench space. It has a separate butlers pantry with two fridges and a second dishwasher. The master suite is a retreat with bespoke joinery in the elegant walk-in-wardrobe, rimu timber batten cladding on the ceiling and end wall creating a connection with nature, and a stunning ensuite. A private spa is located directly outside the master suite. Three bedrooms boast built-in storage, glorious garden views, and share a family bathroom. Property Features In-ground salt water heated pool (heated November-March) Outdoor dining and covered entertainment area 4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms with showers, vanity and a toilets Open plan kitchen, dining and living spaces Complimentary Wi-Fi Sunken lounge with gas fire Heatpump - provides heating plus cooling Private Spa pool Washing machine and Dryer in garage Security gate access to the property Sleeping and Bathrooms Quality bed linen and comfortable bedding to ensure a great night’s sleep in 2 x Super King, 2 x King beds and 2 x Single beds. 2 bathrooms have a shower, toilet, vanity, hairdryers and complimentary toiletries. Family bathroom has shower, plus bath and separate toilet. Parking Double garage plus 3 off-street car parks Pets Unfortunately this property is not pet-friendly. Location Tucked away in Heathcote Valley, its only a 3 minute drive to the Ferrymead shopping area with cafes, shopping and bars. 3 minutes to the Gondola experience with views to Banks Peninsular and over the Christchurch city. Sumner beach is an 8 minute drive and in the other direction Lyttelton is just 5 minutes away. With Christchurch city center only a 20 minute drive away the property has all the privacy and seclusion for the perfect getaway while still being close to the city. The popular Heathcote Riding School is just across the road with a small cafe. Please Note: This property is not recommended for 0-3 year olds because of to the drop down to the sunken lounge. There are security cameras with audio operating externally around this property, this is for your safety and ours.