Leave the world behind in the private sanctuary of this rural retreat. A three-minute drive from Hillcrest is all it takes to transition from bustling city pace to country relaxation in the arms of nature. The ambience, tranquillity and beauty of the property are immediately impactful. Large Kwila Decks and Patios enhance the connection to the outdoors allowing owners and guests to truly appreciate the quiet rural setting, parklike grounds, and view of fully replanted gully. A wonderful feeling of space pervades the 5000sqm-plus property in terms of both land area and buildings. The six-bedroom house caters for a large and/or multigenerational family and delivers a superb indoor-outdoor lifestyle. It's easy to imagine summer days splashing in the pool and hosting poolside parties. Light-filled living areas link to the deck and courtyard, and the kitchen and dry scullery take care of hosting duties. Bedrooms are arranged in two clusters, with three bedrooms and a bathroom in each wing. There's income to be earned off the Airbnb flat, which was renovated and (ceiling) insulated in 2010, and has a patio for laidback outdoor living and soaking up the scenery. The generous 259sqm main house layout provides office space and ample room for everyone's activities. And why leave home to work when the supersized 130m2 Colorsteel shed provides a carpeted, lined, insulated, and double-glazed massive office with a kwila deck in the best of settings. A lined double garage, separate workshop, and a storage room with loads of shelving also feature in the shed. . Accesses to both the house and auxiliary ensure good privacy and independence. The grounds are a crowning feature, graced with mature trees, orchard and magnificent plantings and full of restorative energy. In one careful ownership for the past 21 years, the property will instantly resonate with a family wanting to raise their children in the quintessential Kiwi way. With Hillcrest shops, schools and expressway oh-so handy, the location espouses the virtues of town and country living. A preliminary surveyor report indicates a minor dwelling unit can be constructed in western yard area. Call Terry and his team for viewing times.