Baxters Pool Retreat

Declared Reserve $380,000 (conditions apply)

Affordable, once in a lifetime opportunity to secure your own weekend retreat or permanent home.
Sunny, 3 bedrooms, double garage, wood fire.
At just under an acre, this private retreat has walk-on access to trout fishing pools, safe swimming spots and magnificent views of the river, mountains, native bush and countryside.
Tuis, Wood Pigeons, Fantails and the sound of the river make up its beauty.
It's just an hours drive from Wellington city (or you could commute by train) and just 15 minutes from seaside beaches.

Proudly offered by set sale, closing 1pm Tuesday 11th November 2008 (not selling prior).

Chattels
Stove, Fixed floor coverings, Blinds, Curtains, Drapes, Light Fittings, Dishwasher, Heated towel rail, Heated bathroom mirror, 3 x panel heaters, Chicken Coop (for 8 chickens in lower garden), Work bench (in garage), Garage cupboards and work bench.
Excluded chattels
Light fittings (in dining and hallway), Rabbit hutch, Chicken Coop (upper garden).

Negotiable chattel
Spa pool ($3,000)

Details
Rates $896.50 approx per annum
Land Area 3710sqm
Floor area 110 sqm (excluding the garage)
Age 1975

History
The home was built by the Arcus family for their Son.

Comments
Could be sold furnished.
Brand new thermal drapes in all rooms.
Fully insulated in ceilings and walls (pink batts).
Heating is wood burner and 3 x efficient wall heaters.
Corrugated iron roof.
Cladding is Rockcote plaster over brick tiles.
Water is piped through from neighbouring water treatment bore - at a cost of $120 per year approximately.
Sewage is septic tank.
Power outlets x 2 for caravans (by spa pool).

Gardens and Grounds
Fruit trees galore - plum, apple, feijoa, cherry, lemon, lime, passion fruit, peach and apricot.
Fenced organic vegetable garden.
Separate potato and watermelon patches.
Wonderful bird life.

Locality
Neighbouring council reserve.
7 minutes to train station and shops.
15 minutes to beach.
River rafting and pet feeding business only 2 mins walk away.