11 Searells Road, Strowan, Christchurch

Charm, character with a one bedroom garden studio

The location speaks for itself... coveted Strowan, an enclave of prestige homes, both character and modern. A short stroll to Elmwood Village, and Elmwood Park and through to Merivale Mall and surrounding cafes, restaurants and bars. Easy access to Christchurch International Airport. St Andrew's College is minutes walk away and it's in Waimairi School, Christchurch Girls' and Boys' High zones.

Providing a real sense of retreat amid an idyllic 698sqm garden setting. This sensitively renovated home fuses period charm, with modern convenience, including double-glazing which fits seamlessly into the original joinery. Together with heatpump, woodburner and great insulation warmth and comfort is assured.

A spacious open plan living, dining and kitchen is the central focus of everyday activity, ensuring you can entertain with ease, with sets of doors leading to various outdoor spaces all overlooking the meticulously maintained and beautifully planted garden. Hedging and mature trees offer privacy and a park-like environment, secure for children or your four-legged friend.

The kitchen also blends character with modern, with a granite bench, wall oven, gas hob, dishwasher, the convenience of the adjoining scullery/laundry, and servery window to the outdoor dining area. A second living with woodburner offers space to spread out and magical winter nights by the fire.

Five versatile bedrooms, two downstairs with bathroom, the main with ensuite and WIR upstairs plus two further bedrooms, one currently used as an office.

Off-street parking and a double carport at the front, and to the rear of the section a perfect garage sized/workshop/hobby room.

Separate garden studio with living, bathroom, and separate bedroom could have a multitude of uses... extended family, guests, artist's studio, workspace etc.

If you're searching for an outstanding environment to raise a family, or you just love character, it would be my pleasure to show you around.