18 Thornton Road, Cambridge, Waipa, Waikato, 3434, New Zealand
This majestic, double-gabled Victorian bay villa sits proudly on 1013m2 in one of the best locations in Cambridge. Built in 1910 by the locally renowned Fred Potts, this large family home will impress with stunning architecture, high ceilings, sash windows and stained glass with original Matai floors. It sits amongst cottage gardens and boasts 4/5 generous bedrooms, master with ensuite, family bathroom, separate second toilet, massive teenagers retreat/studio space upstairs. The designer kitchen is an entertainer’s dream with masses of engineered stone work surfaces and a large dining area with French doors leading onto a private outdoor patio. Add to this central ducted heating, this home is cosy in the winter.
The formal living room is something else. Huge sash windows, the most incredible pressed tin ceiling, chandeliers to die for, a beautiful stained glass door leading to a sheltered verandah. You will never want to leave this room!
If all this wasn’t enough, you have a second separate dwelling. Beautifully set up with a kitchenette/dining area, bedroom and sitting room or two bedrooms – the choice is yours. Currently utilised as a work from home clinic but can equally be used as a bed and breakfast, independent living for a relative, great stepping stone for the kids leaving home, the options with this building are endless and it is a huge asset to the property.
This location is prime with just a walk to town, the farmers market and Lake Te Koo Utu is just across the road. Close to all amenities with all levels of schooling a walk away. If you love villa’s you must visit this property.
