Set on 6,000sqm (more or less) of grounds, this impressive 512sqm (more or less) home is packed full of extras and provides plenty of space for all manner of activities. It is a showcase of contemporary family living.

Upon entering the front door you are immediately aware of the appealing proportions, joinery craftsmanship and a stunning view across a light and airy foyer through two stories of window, to an expansive deck, the swimming pool, lawn, trees and mountains beyond.

To the right is a stylishly functional living, a kitchen at the heart, overlooking an island bench to casual dining and a sunny living room, opening to a broad deck and a heated swimming pool. The kitchen is well equipped with boiling, chilled and sparkling water on tap, a commercial size oven with a hotplate and six gas hobs to cater for masses while discreetly behind is a generous butler's pantry, plenty of extra bench, cupboard and shelf space, a large tub, a second fridge freezer and a second dishwasher.

Also on the ground floor is a separate sitting room, a private guest bedroom with ensuite bathroom, a large laundry and utility room, a five car garage and gym. Upstairs is a media room, four more bedrooms and two bathrooms. All bathrooms have baths as well as showers with the master suite being particularly luxurious. There is an impressive sound system, plenty of storage and with the choice of air conditioning heat pumps, HRV, gas fires and under tile heating, the home is always comfortable.

Outside, there are spaces for all occasions, plenty of family friendly lawn, a playhouse with Sky TV, a couple of useful garden sheds, a range of citrus, raised vegetable gardens and a generous carpark, all concealed from the road with attractive stonewalls and an electric gate. Solar panels keep power bills to a minimum.

Dry Hills Estate is an established safe and secure community with easy access to walking and mountain bike tracks. Nearby, Blenheim supplies all essential services. The airport is within a 10 minute drive and popular local activities include wine tasting, restaurants, golf, fishing, swimming and boating.

This property works for an executive couple, an active family, multi-generational living or providing guest accommodation. It is an impressive taste of the good life in New Zealand's sunniest region.