Modern ‘castle’ offers comfort and space

Press, 28 June 1989, Page 49

Modern ‘castle’ offers comfort and space

Turrets and steeply peaked roofs are the hallmarks of this latterday castle located on Mount Pleasant. The blend of feudal proportions and modern luxury features is complemented further by the lavish use of brick inside and out. The recipient of an architects’ award when built in 1979, the property is described by the agent, Ms Heather Hapeta of Harcourts, as having “lots of room for lots of people to live in comfort without intruding on each other.”

"The owners have raised a young family here and along with being a superb family home it is also excellent for entertaining purposes.” From the three-car garaging at the lower level upward the home abounds in features sure to find favour with discerning buyers. A sun-drenched kitchen set at the front of the house with views across the sea and Canterbury Plains is one such feature. There is also a lounge, family room, dining room, bathroom, laundry, four bedrooms (main

with ensuite), a gym, games room and study. One of the noteworthy features of the home is the way in which each room appears to have a distinct feeling of autonomy to it. Dependent on nothing more than the mood of the moment occupants could either enjoy socialising together or retreat to the privacy available on each floor. Price is available on application to the agent, Ms Heather Hapeta of Harcourts Real Estate, M.R.E.1.N.Z., telephone 820-043, after hours 899-685. '