Hawkes Bay

Winner of the NZIA National Award in 1982, Ian Athfield designed Custance House remains one of NZ’s premier architectural homes. Located on 4 acres, with native bush, organic orchard and sheep grazing, only 3.5 kilometres from the on the centre of Havelock North. This gorgeous home is less than 10 minutes drive from most of Hawke’s Bay’s most popular wineries including Vidals, Black Barn, Te Mata Estate and Craggy Range. The house has three bedrooms that can host couples. One of the bedrooms has a split king which can be made up as two single beds for two kids or separate adults. The house has incredible views of Te Mata Peak, the plains, Napier and the Kaweka Ranges. From the balcony on top of the 10 metre tower, there is nearly 360 degree views. Ian Athfield is considered one of NZ’s top handful of architects. Ian spent a huge amount of time on site and it shows… The eastern side of the house, with the Kitchen dining area, gets drenched by morning sun. Then the evening sun pours in the western side with master bedroom and conservatory. The house is extremely avante-garde, but no space is wasted and the house is extremely comfortable, and has contemporary furnishings. There are two living rooms. The bottom bathroom is ensuite, the top bathroom is shared. There are a number of balconies and outdoor seating areas, including an outdoor dining table. The kitchen is fully equipped and modern. There is a wash house and washing line. The pool is solar heated, and there is plenty of outdoor seating by the pool. The house is surrounded by established plantings up to 65 years old/ The cycleway is 800 metres away from the house. Whether you are an adult or a child, this house brings a sense of wonder. It is incredibly unique and charming, and has a huge amount of privacy due to the land and plantings. You will not regret staying in this home - one of the true gems among NZ’s architectural homes.