41 Black Barn Road, Havelock North, Hastings

Modern country resort-style living

Experience a luxurious lifestyle with this resort-style residence, desirably positioned within the vineyards of Black Barn. Offering total privacy and generous spaces, this skilfully designed property seamlessly blends contemporary sophistication with rustic charm, while a protected northern outlook ensures an everlasting view across rolling landscapes and out to the sea.

Designed by architectural graduate Brigit Christie, inspired by the barns and rural buildings of New Zealand, this gorgeous residence beautifully showcases an array of luxurious finishings, including western red cedar throughout, centrally-heated French oak engineered flooring, sisal carpets, Carrara marble, Chant bronze hardware, and Perrin and Rowe tapware.

Soft hedging envelops the property, delivering ultimate privacy, while electric gates and fragrant jasmine offer a secure and attractive entrance. The striking main dwelling, the White Barn, features solid timber doors opening to an impressive entrance hall, with a picture window framing the captivating outlook ahead.

At the heart of White Barn is a light-filled kitchen, dining, and living area, with vaulted ceilings and enviable indoor-outdoor flow onto three generous outdoor entertaining spaces. Effortlessly modern, with an ode to traditional character, the custom-built kitchen boasts high-end appliances and a concealed walk-in pantry. An inviting window seat offers a quiet space to relax, while bi-fold servery windows and French doors open onto the western deck and covered courtyard with corten steel fireplace.

With a warm welcoming atmosphere, the generous open-plan living area features an open fire woodburner and stylish cabinetry, offering concealed storage. Large sliding doors frame the stunning elevated outlook over the grounds and allow access onto the substantial covered northern courtyard with custom terrazzo paving. For family nights at home, a large separate media room opens onto the private western verandah, complete with Purpleheart South American hardwood decking, aged to an attractive driftwood-grey, as well as heating, lighting and speakers.

End the day watching the night-lights of Napier from the tranquil primary suite. With morning sun streaming through the large sliding door, this calming suite also features a well-appointed dressing area, and a beautiful ensuite with statement bath and marble shower. Two additional generous bedroom suites also include stylish ensuites and an abundance of natural light. A smart guest powder room has a marble tiled shower. The separate laundry has an abundance of storage, and a large double garage with Tesla charger, offers convenient living.

Beyond the attractive finishings, this practical property is also equipped with smart technology for modern living. There's a wired-in Sonos sound system, electric blinds, rain-sensored windows in the entrance hall on app control, as well as the entrance gate, while the irrigation system is connected via an app to the local weather forecast for ultimate efficiency. Extensive insulation, hydronic underfloor heating, and gas hot water on mains supply, also ensure year-round comfort.

The Red Barn is a beautifully appointed pool pavilion with doors opening onto the pool lounging area. The bathroom features a marble tiled shower and heated French oak engineered flooring, while an additional large room is perfect as an office.

Beautifully landscaped grounds feature an olive grove, pleached European pines, and a serene Mediterranean garden by the pool, enhancing the tranquil retreat-like atmosphere. The heated salt chlorinated swimming pool with teal mosaic tiles, along with access to the estate's tennis court, affords hours of entertainment for adults and children alike.

Perfect as a luxurious home or holiday retreat, this secluded sanctuary offers an outstanding location on the outskirts of the Havelock Village, yet so close to award-winning wineries and gourmet eateries, to adventure walks and cycle trails, and less than 30-minutes to the beach.