guardian property, 30 august 2013
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Ashburton GuardianTRANSCRIPT
Room to RelaxProudly marketed by Karen Groves
McGregor Real Estate, Ashburton
GUARDIANPropertyAUGUST 30, 2013
GuardianAshbURtoN
Visit one of our dedicated brokers today to find a cost effective solution to your home and contents insurance needs. 69 Tancred Street
AshburtonPH: 03 308 9612
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Room to Relax
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Open HomeSaturday August 24th 12 - 12.45pm
56 Melcombe Street
This unique family home sits on a huge 2426m2 section in Tinwald.
Enter the property off a driveway shared by just one other household, this home offers privacy and rural views and plenty of room for all the family.
The spacious entrance foyer leads through into a modern kitchen decked out for the home entertainer, lots of cupboards and bench space, and flooded with natural light. Kitchen chattels include a plumbed in fridge with a water filter, a dishwasher and a waste disposal unit and solar water heating.
The adjacent dining area features large windows with views across the garden. A large formal lounge on the ground floor is heated by a log burner with wetback, to take the sting out of the winter power bills.
A separate informal living area on the mezzanine floor provides lots of space for the family to spread out. There is also an office in the mezzanine area, and offers a quiet spot to run a home-based business or it could be utilised as a fifth bedroom.
The large master bedroom is on the second level, and comes complete with a huge walk in wardrobe and en suite bathroom.
Three minor bedrooms, one upstairs and two down are all serviced by a well-appointed family bathroom, with a deep bath, and corner shower. There is a separate toilet adjacent to this bathroom.
A double garage with shoppers’ access into the laundry, and a double carport provides cover for four vehicles and extra storage room.
An in ground solar-heated pool is protected from the elements by a pool house which opens out into landscaped low-maintenance gardens to create a perfect area for outdoor entertaining.
This is a must see property, with many extra features and chattels on offer.
Mobile: 027 438 4706PH: 03 308 6173
Email: [email protected]
Interested in this property?
Karen Groves
East to Burnett Street AshburtonPhone 308 5269 www.redmonds.co.nz
www.propertybrokers.co.nz
RESIDENTIALHastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 03 307 [email protected] West Street
RETIRE HERE
OPEN HOMEDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU32214WESTSIDEFlat 1, 3 Creek RoadVery sunny and spacious standalonetownhouse set in a delightfully prettygarden setting.VIEW Friday 30 Aug 12.30 - 1.30pmDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Wednesday11th September 2013 at 4.00pm
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YOU WANT IT, I'VE GOT IT
OPEN HOME$455,000 WEB ID AU27285EASTSIDE5 Goldrich DriveGreat value here and hard to build for thisprice• 218.9 sqm• Open plan kitchen, dining and living withseparate lounge• Fully insulated and double glazed• Fencing, lawns, driveway and pathscompleteVIEW Saturday 31 Aug 10.00 - 10.45am
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LOADS TO ADMIRE
OPEN HOMEOFFERS OVER $248,000 WEB ID AU32136EASTSIDE34 Porter StreetThis very nice 3 bedroom brick home hasbeen extensively renovated andredecorated and now it is available for youto enjoy. Private well fenced section withgood garage and outbuildings. A must toview.VIEW Saturday 31 Aug 10.00 - 10.30am
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MAKE ME YOUR OWN
OPEN HOMEDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU31943EASTSIDE45A Eton StreetSunny townhouse on a private rear section.Redecorate to suit your own taste. Indooroutdoor flow.VIEW Saturday 31 Aug 10.15 - 10.45amDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Tuesday 3rdSeptember 2013 at 4.00pm
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A GREAT OPPORTUNITY
OPEN HOME$260,000 WEB ID AU31592AEASTSIDE110 Princes StreetVery sought after - an affordable firsthome or investment opportunity. Sunnyopen plan kitchen, dining, living andupdated bathroom. Don't delay - calltoday!VIEW Saturday 31 Aug 10.30 - 11.00am
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POPULAR QUEENS DRIVE
OPEN HOMEDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU32054WESTSIDE26 Queens DriveKitchen and bathroom has been tastefullyupdated - just move in and enjoy theneutral décor.VIEW Saturday 31 Aug 10.30 - 11.00amDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY (unless soldprior) Wednesday 4th September 2013 at2.00pm
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FAMILY SIZED
OPEN HOME$275,000 WEB ID AU31586TINWALD183 Harland StreetLooking for a home with good living areasthen here it is! Updated kitchen, separatelounge. Good garage and secure section.Handy to Primary school. Someredecorating would enhance.VIEW Saturday 31 Aug 11.00 - 11.30am
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FULL OF SURPRISES
OPEN HOMEDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU32272WESTSIDE36 Turton StreetSpacious home with large living area,conservatory to trap all the sun. A host ofshed space.VIEW Saturday 31 Aug 11.00 - 11.45amDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY (unless soldprior) Thursday 19th September 2013 at4.00pm
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A NEW FAMILY IS NEEDED
OPEN HOME$435,000 WEB ID AU31983WESTSIDE5 Glassey DriveAn attractive home with quality chattelsthroughout. Four bedrooms, near newkitchen and bathroom and new carpet aswell. Top location in the often sought afterGlassey Drive. This extremely sunny homeis great for entertaining.VIEW Saturday 31 Aug 11.00 - 11.30am
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TOP - WESTSIDE
OPEN HOMEDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU32052WESTSIDE23 Falcon DriveThis immaculate executive home will notdisappoint. Bathroom, separate toilet andensuite.VIEW Saturday 31 Aug 11.30 - 12.00pmDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY (unless soldprior) Thursday 5th September 2013 at2.00pm
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HOW GOOD IS THIS!
NEW LISTING$499,000 WEB ID AU32196EASTSIDE11 Magnolia DriveYou will be impressed with the locationand size of this family home.• 257sqm big• Walk in wardrobe and ensuite in master• Separate Lounge• Open plan kitchen, dining and living• Fully insulated and double glazedView By Appointment
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MAKE A START HERE!
NEW LISTINGDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU32163EASTSIDE18 Beach RoadThis is a home with some good hard workcould be a great little nest egg. BIR$130,000 - $140,000.View By AppointmentDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY (unless soldprior) Friday 6th September 2013 at4.00pm
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RESIDENTIALHastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 03 307 [email protected] West Street
BRAND NEW FOR YOU
$360,000 WEB ID AU31918EASTSIDE332B Havelock StreetBuilding is almost complete of this sunnythree bedroom townhouse located withinwalking distance of town, churches andlibrary. The full bathroom has dual accessfrom the main bedroom and the hallway,along with separate toilet.View By Appointment
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OPPORTUNITY CENTRAL
$360,000 WEB ID AU31915EASTSIDE332A Havelock StreetIdeal chance to secure a lovely townhouseso close to town. Currently underconstruction, this townhouse offers lovelysunny living area, two double bedroomswith the bonus of a double garage withinternal access.View By Appointment
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SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME
OFFERS OVER $399,000 WEB ID AU31909WESTSIDE145 Harrison StreetImmaculately presented larger family homeon popular west side. This sunny home hasfresh neutral colourways and new flooringthroughout. Roomy lounge/dining room,five bedrooms or four and a separate livingspace.View By Appointment
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LARGE SECTION
$185,000 WEB ID AU31901TINWALD22 Elmwood GroveHurry now! This large building site, 1108sqm hasbecome available in the Millichamp Nurserysubdivision of Elmwood Grove. This subdivision iscompleted to a very high standard with high qualityhomes now being built and established. The title isavailable and building can start immediately. Be quick.View By Appointment
THE COMPLETE PACKAGE
$385,000 WEB ID AU31793WESTSIDE79 Middle RoadWe have location, we have size and wehave special features.• Renovated kitchen, rimu exposed floors• New carpet, new paint and wall paper• Three car garaging, separate laundry• Self contained sleepout with shower andtoiletView By Appointment
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GREAT LOCATION
$495,000 WEB ID AU31719WESTSIDE122 Elizabeth StreetThis brand new 211sqm home is almostcomplete. Three bedrooms plus office, twobathrooms and a double internal accessgarage. Designed to be spacious andwarm. Sited on 666sqm section, this homeis certain to impress. Completion date isnear!View By Appointment
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EASY TO ENJOY AT ELMWOOD
$525,000 WEB ID AU31614TINWALD4 Elmwood GroveYour family will enjoy everything about thisvery attractive and well presented homewith the fabulous space (263sqm)throughout and sun-drenched living. Wellthought out kitchen, the huge dining/livinghas doors opening out to a patio.View By Appointment
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GOOD RENTAL PROPERTY
$218,000 WEB ID AU31031EASTSIDE30 Princes StreetTidy three bedroom home on small easycare 421sqm section close to East Street.Good tidy tenant in place paying $280 perweek and keen to stay on. New log burner,cylinder and nice kitchen with Butlerspantry.View By Appointment
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TOP PROJECT
OFFERS OVER $265,000 WEB ID AU30834WESTSIDE53 Middle RoadInject a bit of your own style into thischaracter villa and the rewards will beyours. Great three bedroom home, goodsized open plan living areas, largebathroom and log burner for warmth.Great landscaped section with establishedtrees.View By Appointment
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NEAT & NATTY
PRICE REDUCED$249,500 WEB ID AU30821BEASTSIDE14 Willow StreetCome and view this tidy three bedroomhome. Open plan living area catches plentyof sun, modernised kitchen is roomy andspacious. Just the place to start out or buyas an investment home.View By Appointment
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CHARMING SPACIOUS VILLA
$318,000 WEB ID AU30796WESTSIDE132 Harrison StreetLarger family home in the heat of Allenton.Three bedroom plus office or fourthbedroom. Updated kitchen and open planliving plus an extra lounge - plenty of roomfor everyone. Family sized section too, withdouble garage and workshop room.View By Appointment
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BIG FAMILY?
NEGOTIATION WEB ID AU30748AWESTSIDE11 Farm Road• Four bedrooms with walk in wardrobeand ensuite off master• Two living areas• Open plan kitchen with dining area• Huge double garage with internal access• Large games roomView By Appointment
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ONLY ONE YEAR OLD
$355,000 WEB ID AU30372AEASTSIDE24a Grey StreetMost attractive and practical two bedroomtownhouse that still smells brand new! Thisfront townhouse has very tasteful decor,sits well to the sun and is so handy totown. A small garden shed holds mowerand tools.View By Appointment
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FANTASTIC HOME
OFFERS OVER $665,000 WEB ID AU29823AWESTSIDE2 Westpark CloseGreat for entertaining with a superbkitchen, two living areas opening to privateoutdoor area with great swimming pool.Four bedrooms and three bathrooms plusoffice or study nook. Many extras includinghot water heat pump.View By Appointment
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RURALHastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008 03 307 [email protected] West Street
NOW'S YOUR CHANCE
OPEN HOME
AUCTIONWEB ID AL32036
ASHBURTON417 Scales Road,Grazing - Fattening - Lifestyle
A unique type of lifestyle property approximately 10kmfrom town centre. Excellent subdivision into sixpaddocks plus central lane access. Good 3 bay openshed. Well at 54m for domestic and stock water.
The home is modern with three bedrooms, masterroom with ensuite. Large open plan living area withaccess to outdoor entertainment area. Heated by heatpump and log burner. Attached double garage withgood workshop area.
VIEW Saturday 31 Aug 10.00 - 10.45amAUCTION11.00am, Sat 21st September, 2013On Site
RELAXED RURAL LIVING
OPEN HOME
DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATYWEB ID AL31839
ASHBURTON23 Innes Road2 ha only 8kms from town centre. Waimakariri shallowsilt loam soils. Four bedroom homestead, master withensuite. Open plan living plus separate lounge/billiardroom and smaller sitting room. Office. Attractive andmature grounds. Two bay open shed, two bay garagewith large workshop. Renovated sleepout. Three phasepower. A range of older sheds. Excellent subdivisioninto five paddocks. Well maintained paddocks. Waterfrom well approx. 21 metres deep.
VIEW Saturday 31 Aug 11.30 - 12.15pmDEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY (unless sold prior)Wednesday 4th September 2013 at 4.00pm
CLOSE TO TOWN
NEW LISTINGNEGOTIATION WEB ID AL32304ASHBURTON400 Racecourse Road2.9 ha with fertile Templeton silt loam soils. Onlyminutes from the town centre. From the spacioussunny kitchen living room move through double doorsto peaceful attractive lounge. Three bedrooms pluslarge games room/sleepout complex. Numerous shedsand farm buildings. Swimming pool. All set inattractive mature grounds.View By Appointment
STUNNING VIEWS
$472,500 + GST WEB ID AL26381ASHBURTONWakanui RoadA rare 8 hectare corner site with many attractivebuilding sites. Full open views over town to theSouthern Alps and Mt Hutt. All in good pasture onquality soils ideal to develop your landscape. Wellfenced and power at the roadside. Town 'n' Countrywith the boundary only 1km away.View By Appointment
ATTRACTIVE 3.0 HA
$238,000 WEB ID AL31725ASHBURTONWilkins RoadNestled on a quiet road within three minutes of theCBD. Deep fertile soils. Power to boundary. Sets backto river margin and natural wetland in the title ofapproximately 1.4 hectares. Great building sites in avery popular location.View By Appointment
A PLACE OF PRESTIGE
$960,000 WEB ID AL31708ASHBURTON212 Beach Road East"PENSCROFT" 4 hectares located in one of MidCanterbury's highly regarded locations. Four to fivebedroom character homestead with all the glory of aby gone era. Kitchen, living room, magnificent diningroom, library, sitting room, lounge, billiard room. Theground floor features wood panelled foyer andhallways.View By Appointment
HEART OF WINCHMORE
$775,000 + GST WEB ID AL31565ASHBURTON518 Methven Highway8 ha of productive eyre stony silt loam situated only 10minutes from town centre. Three bedroom homesteadwith spacious open plan living plus access to outdoorentertainment area. Mature and sheltered groundssubdivided into four main paddocks plus two holdingpaddocks. Three bay open shed, deer shed andmodest sheep yards.View By Appointment
27 HA - TWO TITLES
$1,000,000 + GST WEB ID AL31787STAVELEY150 Boyds RoadTwo excellent properties side by side of 14.3 hectaresand 12.86 hectares in elevated positions with views todie for. The popular Staveley hamlet is a good walkdownhill for a good coffee and lunch at the cafe.Excellent bush walks and the ice skating rink nearby.View By Appointment
WINSLOW SMALL BLOCK
$299,000 WEB ID AL31077HINDS513 Hinds HighwayA property which offers main roadfrontage. This Winslow block is only 5kmfrom town in an area of farmland andlifestyle blocks. A three bedroom homewith two sunporchs and open kitchen andliving room set amid mature treesurrounds.View By Appointment
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OPEN HOME TIMESSaturday 31st August 10am – 12pmSunday 1st September 10am – 12pm
OPEN HOMES
THIS WEEKEND!
Industry Comment
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The process of selling and buying real estate can be overwhelming and stressful especially when
considering the amount of paperwork and preparation involved with these transactions. Most sellers in New Zealand still rely on real estate professionals to sell their homes rather than selling privately.
Are purchasers better protected when purchasing through real estate professionals? – “most absolutely.” This is especially so if the purchaser lacks sufficient experience in property investment.
Generally, selling one’s property privately is not classified as being “in trade” and hence these activities are often not captured by the Fair Trading Act 1986. What this then means for consumers is that if a private seller misrepresents the property or fails to disclose important facts about the property, then the only remedy available is in civil action which can lead to significant cost and time delay with no guaranteed outcome. More importantly, the onus of proof in these civil actions lies solely with the person bringing the claim.
In comparison, if the property was offered “in trade” via a real estate agent, then an option exists for a complaint to be made to the Commerce Commission. Under the Fair Trading Act, the Commerce
Commission has the role to enforce this Act by investigating and prosecuting traders. The Commission can also ask the Court to order compensation for consumers who have suffered loss. The Consumer Law Reform Bill proposes to take this step further and include an additional provision under the Fair Trading Act which will place the onus on the person making representation (i.e. the trader) to substantiate the representation, failing which an offence will be established.
The Real Estate Agents Act 2008 was enacted to protect consumers. The compulsory licensing regime under this Act was also designed to protect consumers so that they get to deal with real estate professionals who must comply with strict requirements and professional standards and are required to keep up with continuing education.
So my message to potential buyers of real estate is to make most of this protection provided and choose to deal with persons licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008. This is the very reason most properties sold in New Zealand are through estate licensees who are members of the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (‘REINZ’) can use the title ‘MREINZ’ on the business card or other marketing materials.
REINZ members also are bound by strict
codes of ethics and are expected to develop and enhance the real estate industry by providing excellent customer care and upholding excellent standards of practice that are open, ethical and honest.
Happy Buying and Selling.
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Trevor Hurley AREINZ
Owner/Director
McGregor Real Estate MREINZ
REAA 2008
mid canty real estate
rwashburton.co.nz96 Tancred Street, Ashburton
Phone (03) 307 8317Mid Canterbury Real Estate Limited
Urban ConsultantMargaret Wilson021 221 2544
Urban ConsultantRichard Quaid027 454 4745
Urban ConsultantAnnette McCully027 438 2328
Rural Consultant/AuctioneerJarrod Ross021 249 4644
Rural ConsultantRoger Burdett021 224 4214
ManagerJill Quaid027 437 6755
Urban ConsultantKim Miller027 236 8627
Urban ConsultantMike Grant021 272 0202
Urban ConsultantChrissy Milne027 290 6606
Urban ConsultantShirley Fitzgerald027 220 1528
Urban ConsultantMargaret Feiss021 751 009
Urban ConsultantCindy Hayward027 389 7955
PropertyManagerAnnie Dwyer027 287 3388
PropertyManagerVeronica Monaghan027 697 6948
This Could Be YOU!
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Rakaia 63 Tancred Street 2 A 1 B 1 C 1 F 1 I 1 K
Warm n Cosy!
Family sized living with log burner and heat pump
plus heat transfer system.
Separate dining and lounge areas to relax into.
Popular corner site on a large fully fenced section.
Two double bedrooms plus good sized sunroom/
extra bedroom.
Safe for family and pets.
Very private setting with great neighbours
You will enjoy living here.
Don’t wait for the SOLD sign - Call now!
Open Home
Warm n Cosy!
For SaleEnquiries over $259,000
View Saturday 1:00 - 1:30pm
rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20264
Mike Grant ncre
0212 720 202 (03) 307 8317
LICENSED (REAA 2008)
Ashburton 106 Grove Street
Easy To Like * 3 Double Bedrooms
* Modernised Kitchen & Bathroom
* Large Double Garage
* Sunny west deck with shade sail
* Fully fenced 1115m2 section
For Sale $335,000View Saturday 10:00 - 10:15amrwashburton.co.nz/AHB20262Kim Miller 0272 368 627 (03) 307 8317 [email protected]
LICENSED (REAA
2008)
Open Home
Ashburton 3 115 Walker Street
Immaculate Unit This two bedroom unit is currently rented at $270 per week.
Unit four sold within days so don’t miss this one - tasteful decor throughout, has been maintained to the highest level.
Close to Town, Hospital and Domain.
For Sale $236,000View By Appointmentrwashburton.co.nz/5683983Margaret Wilson 0212 212 544 (03) 307 8317 [email protected]
LICENSED (REAA
2008)
Ashburton 11 Galbraith Street
Get started... A tidy three bedroom home on a pet friendly, family sized section. Compliant inbuilt log fire in the lounge area. Good sized kitchen opening to the rear of the section.A spacious single garage plus workshop compliments this tidy package.Certainly one to view to be appreciated.
For Sale $268,000View Saturday 10:45 - 11:00amrwashburton.co.nz/AHB20121Kim Miller 0272 368 627 (03) 307 8317 [email protected]
LICENSED (REAA
2008)
Open Home
Rakaia 15 South Town Belt
Spit n Polish! First Home Buyers Find!Three bedroom family home.Features large dining area and separate lounge with dual kent fire heating.Bathroom has a deep clawfoot bath plus seperate shower.Single garaging plus carport.Safe for family and pets - fully fenced. Don’t wait for the SOLD sign - Call now!
For Sale Enquiries over $220,000View Saturday 11:00 - 11:30amrwashburton.co.nz/AHB20256Mike Grant ncre 0212 720 202 (03) 307 8317 [email protected]
LICENSED (REAA
2008)
Open Home
Ashburton 48 Nursery Drive
HIDDEN FAMILY TREASURE
A lovely three bedroom ,two bathroom,family home waiting for new owners.The open plan kitchen dining and living makes for great family and entertaining plus for the get away times a second living room with sliders out to late afternoon BBQ area.Lots of off street parking for camper vans,boats and other toys.Now priced at $399,000:00
For Sale View Saturday 11:15 - 11:30amrwashburton.co.nz/AHB20213Margaret Wilson 0212 212 544 (03) 307 8317 [email protected]
LICENSED (REAA
2008)
Open Home
rwashburton.co.nz96 Tancred Street, Ashburton
Phone (03) 307 8317Mid Canterbury Real Estate Limited
Urban ConsultantMargaret Wilson021 221 2544
Urban ConsultantRichard Quaid027 454 4745
Urban ConsultantAnnette McCully027 438 2328
Rural Consultant/AuctioneerJarrod Ross021 249 4644
Rural ConsultantRoger Burdett021 224 4214
ManagerJill Quaid027 437 6755
Urban ConsultantKim Miller027 236 8627
Urban ConsultantMike Grant021 272 0202
Urban ConsultantChrissy Milne027 290 6606
Urban ConsultantShirley Fitzgerald027 220 1528
Urban ConsultantMargaret Feiss021 751 009
Urban ConsultantCindy Hayward027 389 7955
PropertyManagerAnnie Dwyer027 287 3388
PropertyManagerVeronica Monaghan027 697 6948
This Could Be YOU!
?
Methven 16 Carr Street 3 A 1 C 1 D 2 F
Appealing Package
Modern three bedroom plus office home.
Comfortable open plan living with new log burner
(heat transfer system), plus heat pump and double
glazed.
Freshly painted living area.
Master bedroom with ensuite and walk in robe.
Double garage, well fenced on easy care 544m2
section.
Open Home
Appealing Package
For Sale$385,000
View Saturday 2:00 - 2:30pm
rwashburton.co.nz/AHB20236
Margaret Feiss
021 751 009 (03) 303 3032
LICENSED (REAA 2008)
Ashburton 56 Cox Street
Convenient Location/Currently Rented Stand alone four bedroom Town House close to central town area.Open plan living/ kitchen/ diningSeparate laundry and security alarm147sq m plus8m x 6m double garage and off street parking for 3 vehiclesPrivate sheltered lawn area
For Sale $365,000View Saturday 11:00 - 11:45amrwashburton.co.nz/AHB20080Roger Burdett 0212 244 214 (03) 307 8317 [email protected]
LICENSED (REAA
2008)
Open Home
Allenton 107 Creek Road
Get Started A tidy spacious three bedroom wooden bungalow in a great west side location. Small easy care section with a park just over the fence.This warm home with compliant log fire has had a fresh exterior paint and with some interior modernisation.A great starter with potential aplenty.
For Sale $200,000 - $225,000View Saturday 11:30 - 11:45amrwashburton.co.nz/AHB20075Kim Miller 0272 368 627 (03) 307 8317 [email protected]
LICENSED (REAA
2008)
Open Home
Ashburton 24 Turton Street
Amazing Allenton Red Brick Family Home Tastefully updated kitchen and bathroom has to add to the appeal of this warm sunny three bedroom home, with a large conservatory plus the most sunny private outdoor entertaining area that will be the envy of many.
But wait there is more...a HUGE garage plus a HUGE 1012m2 section.
Could be an opportunity here for you...
Viewing by appointment only
For Sale $359,000View Saturday 12:00 - 12:15pmrwashburton.co.nz/AHB20242Margaret Wilson 0212 212 544 (03) 307 8317 [email protected]
LICENSED (REAA
2008)
Open Home
Rakaia 7 Chapman Street
RARELY AVAILABLE! Older style reclad Palliside Cottage with various improvements.
Features modern kitchen and ensuite. Four car 183sqm utility shed with mezzanine floor. 1/2 acre sub-dividable site. (subject to local council approval)
The Bonus: Rated Business A. These are hard to find within this site development. Highly recommended: Marketed by Tender closing 3rd September 2013 at 4pm
Don’t wait for the SOLD sign - Call now!
Tender View Saturday 12:00 - 12:30pmrwashburton.co.nz/AHB20250Mike Grant 0212 720 202 (03) 307 8317 [email protected]
LICENSED (REAA
2008)
Open Home
Ashburton 53 Cross Street
Space and Grace Just minutes to Allenton shopping centre. 3 double bedroomed home. Heatpump & Nightstore. Updated kitchen, carpets and exterior. Open plan kitchen/dining with glass sliding doors to sunny living room. Sep shower room. Sep WC. Paved and sheltered BBQ area. Lockup shed plus double garage
$342,000View Saturday 1:00 - 1:30pmrwashburton.co.nz/AHB20251Cindy Hayward 0273 897 955 (03) 307 8317 [email protected]
LICENSED (REAA
2008)
Open Home
SOLD - SOLD - SOLD“It’s why more people are choosing us”
Karen GrovesUrban
027 438 4706
Stephen WatsonUrban
027 4339 695
Janine Reinecke
Urban
027 772 0692
MareeHartleyAdmin
308 6173
Janet Corry
Rentals Ashburton
308 6173
Kate Galbraith
Admin
308 6173
Di SkillingRentals
Ashburton
308 6173
Lisa Pitt
Rentals Ashburton
308 6173
Brenda SmithRentals
Ashburton
303 3178
TREVOR HURLEYOwner
027 543 5799
Eliza Waszczak
Urban
021 039 1770
Sue Prendergast
Urban
027 322 8422
OPEN HOME:
Saturday, August 31, 2013 10.00 - 10.30am
•Be quick!•Aluminium joinery •Heat pump, log burner•Conservatory, HRV system•Double garage, 2 bathrooms$PBN BIR $220,000 - $240,000
148 Harland StResidential
OPEN HOME:
Sunday, September 1, 2013 1.00 - 1.45pm
•Four bedrooms, ensuite •Modern family home•Two living areas•Double garage•Motivated seller$440,000
76 Nursery Drive Residential
View by appointment
•Spoil yourself•Waterfront – private jetty •Three living areas, wired for sound•Three bedrooms, two bathrooms•Just all round beauty$PBN
Residential
OPEN HOME:
Saturday, August 31, 2013 11.00 - 11.30am
•A must see – new build •Very spacious living•Office nook •Ample garage & parking•Spacious sunny section$PBN BIR $469,000 - $489,000
8 Manse PlaceResidential
OPEN HOME:
Saturday, August 31, 2013 12.00 - 12.45pm
•Four bedrooms, ensuite, 290 m2 •Large 2426 m2 section•Garaging for four cars•In ground covered pool•Reserve facing the property$PBN BIR $579,000 – $629,000
56 Melcombe StResidential
View by appointment
•Four beds, three baths•Two living areas, executive kitchen•Fully insulated + double garage •Perfect location •Vendor Says Sell!Negotiable Over $665,000
Residential
View by appointment
•Tidy - three bedrooms - permanent material•Open plan kitchen-living-dining•Well fenced-compliant fire•Separate toilet-bath-laundry + garage
Neg. over $255,000
Residential
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Anyone keen to improve his or her sense of well-being after the weeks of rain we’ve had would do well to consider
putting in a swimming pool.
It certainly focuses the mind on the idea of summer, and with spring already underway, there’s no time to waste.
Improved technology and construction methods mean domestic pools are no longer beyond the reach of the average family. Nor do they take six months to build. These days you can find a supplier, order a pool, and have it delivered the same week, if not the same day, for a price which will not break your heart. However, while paying for it might be a bit easier than it used to be, making all the decisions around pool ownership remains a challenge.
The design and construction causes considerable disruption to the surrounding garden, and in most families the pool has to satisfy a number of needs.
He may want a lap pool, she a plunge pool, the teenagers a massive, in-ground resort-style pool where they can entertain mates and play loud music, and the littlies a round plastic thing on the lawn with a blow-up water slide on the side.
For the average Kiwi family, it’s likely an above-ground, kitset model will be the simplest and cheapest option. It can be delivered for you to put together yourself, with a plumber and electrician for the tricky bits. Some of these pools even incorporate a current so you can effectively combine a lap pool with a plunge pool and kill two birds with one stone.
Once the budget has been set and the type of pool decided upon, you need to consider
where it’s going to go. The current trend is to locate a pool close to the house and incorporate it into an outdoor living space. That way, it becomes part of the area where you entertain, and it’s also easy to supervise children around the water.
The other alternative is to site it well away from the house and create a new area of landscaping to accommodate it. If this is your choice, you need to think about whether it will be visible from the house (again, supervision of children is a consideration) and that the
further away from the house, the more cost to connect to services such as power and water.
To compare the locations you’re considering, take a tape measure, a stringline and some pegs and mark the area out. You’ll quickly be able to tell whether your pool is going to destroy existing landscaping, where the sun will be, how sheltered the spot is, and what impact there will be from existing trees. If you don’t want to spend hours sucking leaves
out of the pool, taker a close look at what is nearby. A stand of eucalyptus alongside could drive you mad.
If possible, leave your stringline in place for a few days, and walk around the area frequently. This will give you an idea of how the pool fits into the environment, and how much garden is left over. A great, big pool sounds fabulous, but it’s no fun if there isn’t any room to sit around the edge and relax.
Before you so much as put a shovel in the earth, check with the local council about rules around swimming pools. They have strict requirements so you will need to look at resource consent, building consent and at satisfying other requirements that are often challenging, sometimes difficult, and occasionally prohibitive.
For example, anyone who builds a pool is required to fence it, even if it’s tiny and so shallow you have to lie down to get wet. The Fencing of Swimming Pools Act requires people with pools (including spa pools) to put fences around them to a height of 1.2 metres. The fence can only enclose the immediate pool area but may include things used in association with the pool, such as changing sheds. You can’t fence the whole back yard which includes the clothesline or the vegetable garden and expect to comply with the Act, because children generally come and go in these areas freely. So find a pool company that’s prepared to look at the regulations with you and work out how they can be met while still giving you the pool you want. Make sure you have a clear understanding of what is involved and the time frame for the work to be done, and with luck, a long, wet summer will be in store.
These days you can find a supplier, order a pool, and have it delivered the same week, if not the same day, for a price which will not break your
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Swimming poolsBy Leigh Bramwell
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A great big pool soundsfabulous, but it’s no funif there isn’t any roomto sit around the edgeand relax.
Preparing for sale
Repair those nasty holes
If you are getting ready to list your home for sale, don’t let prospective buyers be put off by those holes in walls and damages. They can look
expensive to repair, however they are relatively easy fixes and the ideal DIY project.
Although Gib board is tough, it can withstand only limited abuse.
A door flung open with too much force can produce a doorknob-size hole in the wall which although looks scary and expensive, is a fairly easy repair.
The method of repair obviously differs depending on the size of the hole. If the hole is small and it has not broken through the Gib, it can be easily filled, sanded and painted. However, if it is door knob or fist-size, it will need a backing to support the plaster. If any larger the section of Gib ideally needs to be replaced, retaped, plastered and painted.
Here we will repair a fist-size hole.
■ Prepare the area by removing loose plaster-board and cutting back with a utility knife to a sound surface. Keep a piece of painted plaster-
board to colour-match the paint if you have no luck finding any leftover tins.
■ Cut a piece of Gib board to slide into and behind the hole but longer on two sides to glue behind the hole.
■ Push a nail or screw through from the back and hold it from the front. Then glue behind the hole and hold firmly until the glue grabs. Allow to dry, then push the nail into the wall out of sight.
■ Mix up enough plaster required to fill the hole or use pre-mixed, which can take a little longer to dry. Plaster comes in a variety of drying times – 20, 45, 90 minutes etc depending on how much you are using at any one time.
■ Using a broad knife, fill the hole level with the wall and allow to dry and shrink back.
■ Apply a second coat of plaster over the hole, feathered out, and allow to dry.
■ Sand level with the wall using a sanding block or similar then, for a perfect finish, skim coat or plaster using a fine finishing compound to cover any sanding marks and imperfections. Allow to dry fully and lightly sand with a fine paper or foam sanding block.
■ Remove any dust from the wall then undercoat the plastered area using a sealer undercoat. It is important to use an undercoat for adhesion but it must be a sealer undercoat to seal the plas-ter. Being more porous than the painted area, it will show a different sheen level when painted. Ideally the sealer undercoat should be rolled to achieve the same finish as the rest of the wall. Allow to dry fully for maximum adhesion.
■ Paint it out. If you have the paint used, you’re half way there. If not, most paint stores are happy to match and supply smaller amounts – usually 1 litre minimum as you need to paint the wall out to the next break or corner. Even if you have the exact paint used and only paint the re-paired area you will notice a difference in sheen level when the light hits the wall.
■ Cut up the ceiling, corners and floor of the re-paired wall and roll out two top coats. When dry it should be impossible to see where the dam-age was.
Don’t let prospective buyers be put off by those holes in walls
Woodsy slides a piece of Gib board into and behind the hole ready to glue firmly in place.
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