11 Patricks Way, Lake Hawea, Wanaka, Otago, 9382, New Zealand
This character home is the perfect escape only 20 minutes from Wanaka. Set in a quiet location on an acre of land, this spacious and unique straw bale home and the separate studio forms an ideal lifestyle opportunity. This modern home is oozing in character and charm, having been master crafted from natural materials and exposed Rimu beams recycled from the Christchurch earthquake. Boasting outstanding thermal properties and energy-saving features, including passive solar design for maximum sun warmth in winter and shading in summer, high spec double glazing, wetback fire, and an upper storey insulated with Terra Lana wool batts.
Open plan dining/living with separate TV nook, a modern kitchen with artisan concrete and Rimu benchtop, and large walk-in pantry are just some of the many features. Upstairs encompasses the 4 bedrooms, including master bedroom with adjoining mezzanine, office nook, and full bathroom.
The separate studio could be utilised as a fifth bedroom, and there is also a fully insulated tree cabin that is currently offered as a unique AirBnb experience.
Custom designed to suit a relaxed rural lifestyle, this property also has a shed, greenhouse, fully irrigated section, chicken house, and animal shelter. For the kids: a zip line built to current safety standards, and a safe 10 minutes off-road bike ride to the local primary school.
