TE AWANGA // 29 GORDON ROAD

\nBuilt in 1908, Merriwee is named after the racehorse that won the Melbourne cup in 1899. The gracious 103 year old villa retains a timeless quality throughout, and has been tastefully restored in keeping with its original character. You will be captured from the moment you drive through the gates. Perfectly positioned on an elevated site, the homestead takes full advantage of sun and views. Generously proportioned French doors and original sash windows open to a return verandah, overlooking beautiful gardens and the sea, with Mahia Peninsula in the distance. \n \nThe approx 4Ha (10 acre) property is located in coastal Te Awanga, bordering the beautiful Tuki Tuki valley which, with surrounding regions, have benefitted over recent years from world class developments including Cape Kidnappers Golf Course and the adjoining luxury farm lodge, Elephant Hill Estate Winery and Craggy Range Winery, along with the gannet sanctuary. All are located just minutes away. A number of other award winning wineries, restaurants and accommodation are also close by. Hawke's Bay is an increasingly sought after region to reside in, and boasts around 2,200 hours of sunshine per annum. It is the country's oldest wine making region and is surrounded by quality fresh local produce and artisan food producers.\n \nThis substantial five bedroom home lends itself superbly to family living and entertaining, or the currently operating homestay business, with both formal and informal areas merging effortlessly with outdoor living. Set amongst mature trees within tranquil established gardens, a long rustic table stretches under a grapevine clad pergola, where friends and family have lingered over many a long lunch or alfresco dinner with the sound of sea in the distance.\n \nThe home is surrounded by spacious lawns, incorporating a petanque court, and an inground salt pool and summerhouse. The adjoining approx 2.5Ha (6 acre) apricot orchard offers numerous opportunities/alternative options. \n\nThis is a truly desirable property situated within easy reach of Havelock North, Napier and Hastings cities, and offers prospective purchasers a rare find indeed.