79 Waikakaho Road, Tuamarina

Discover the ultimate synergy of nature and luxury at Halcyon House, located in the tranquil Waikakaho Valley. Surrounded by beautiful park-like grounds and gardens, the property is home to an array of fruit-bearing trees and a rich wildlife community, featuring heron, kingfisher, tui, weka, fantail, morepork and a family of quail. Designed by the owners in collaboration with New Zealand architects and engineers, with the log work handcrafted by Natural Log Homes. Measuring 430 sq m, this architectural treasure combines classic log design elements with modern ideas and finishes for a truly one-of-a-kind living experience. Halcyon House welcomes guests by showcasing the home's blend of a soaring kahikatea ceiling, exposed Douglas-fir log beams and Italian ceramic tiles. It features six large double bedrooms, five with ensuites and one currently utilised as an office/study. The generous farmhouse open plan kitchen/dining room is a chef's dream, with gas hobs, quartz benchtops and American-oak cabinetry, all overlooking the grounds. A spacious utility room/laundry provides extensive storage and access to the integral double-bay garage. Upstairs, an inviting galleried-landing doubles as another sitting area, with a scenic feature view extending up the Waikakaho Valley. Perfect for entertaining, Halcyon House features an integrated sound system and a wrap-around kwila deck for all-day sun. The main sitting room incorporates a projector and in-built screen providing an immersive cinematic experience. In the courtyard, a substantial triple double-bay barn with power and lighting provides flexible further storage. Clad in macrocarpa and with matching shingle roof, these outbuildings have been designed to complement the house aesthetic. Nestled in the heart of the Waikakaho Valley, Halcyon House is not only just 20 minutes from Blenheim CBD and 25 minutes from Marlborough Airport, but also 25 minutes from Picton and the iconic Marlborough Sounds....