This rural 310sqm house juxtaposes the elegance of an old-style country homestead with all the mod cons. A long driveway leads to a schist and black cedar frontage sectioned into three and connected by glass hallways. On entry, a 2.7m feature stone wall complements the polished concrete floors and wooden ceiling trusses that are a hallmark of the main room. The living area features a wood-burning fireplace with stone mantel, and a sitting alcove creates a cosy nook. A vision for keen cooks, the kitchen features a barn door that provides access to the butler’s pantry. Both kitchen and dining share the benefits of the central sliding door that opens to the outdoor entertaining, overlooking the Mangemangeroa estuary. Four bedrooms occupy the wings of the home, with the carpeted main bedroom leading off the living zone. This impressive room has a gabled ceiling, outdoor access and a spacious ensuite and walk-in dressing room. Behind the kitchen a second glass link leads to a two-storey wing. On the ground floor there are two bedrooms, a bathroom, separate toilet and double garage with laundry. Carpeted stairs lead upstairs to a delightful fourth bedroom and lounge/media room.