An architect-designed contemporary home on a site commanding some of South Canterbury’s most spectacular views is for sale for the first time.
Built in 2006 by Rosemary and Ian Rhodes, who are now offering it to the market, the four-bedroom, two level 300m2 Waimataitai home sits adjacent to the walkway connecting the Timaru CBD with Dashing Rocks. Rosemary says they designed the house, in conjunction with local firm Rushton Architects, to make the most of the views.
“This site previously had an older house on it that we re-located. It has wonderful views in every direction, across Caroline Bay and back to the Southern Alps, either way, we wanted to be able to look out at the best of those at every hour.
“For much of the year we can also watch the sun rise without having to get out of bed, we just reach out and raise the blinds.”
Ricky McLeod of PGG Wrightson Real Estate, Timaru is selling the property for Rosemary and Ian. He describes it the epitome of what South Canterbury is about.
“Sunshine, ocean, mountains, nature, beauty, all at your doorstep, this is majestically set on what I rate as one of the region’s most stunning sections, with exceptional elevated views from the Benvenue Cliffs over Ashbury Park, the Southern Alps, the Hunter Hills and the ever-beautiful Caroline Bay.
“Spanning two generous levels, a timber stairwell greets the eye upon entry and leads to the first floor where the sea views are truly captivating, emphasised by full height glazing, while the designer kitchen makes the most of the view and allows seamless flow to the sun-drenched balcony.
“This lovely home is a perfect example of when a vision becomes a reality, when a design brief is purposefully thought out, and executed brilliantly, down to the final detail.”
Built bearing in mind the possibility of accommodating guests, downstairs has two lockable bedrooms, each with a private ensuite, plus a large lounge and a small kitchenette.
“We have used it as a bed-and-breakfast for many years, and it has provided good retirement income. While it can just as easily be lived in as a single home, the two levels can be completely separated from each other, making use of the home for multi generations, with grandparents or teenagers living downstairs, a practical option,” says Rosemary.
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