Property Description

There are properties that tick boxes, and then there are properties that redefine what's possible. 50 Norris Drive, Mandeville is emphatically the latter. Thoughtfully designed from the ground up with energy efficiency, natural light, and functional family living at its core, this extraordinary two-dwelling property offers a lifestyle that is genuinely hard to find and even harder to walk away from.

Nestled in the welcoming semi-rural community of Mandeville, local shops are just a short drive away, approx.15 minutes to Rangiora, and approx. 20 minutes to Christchurch International Airport, this is North Canterbury living at its most considered and complete.

THE MAIN RESIDENCE - Designed to Impress, Built to Last
Step inside, and the intention is immediately apparent. Soaring exposed timber beam ceilings, rich polished hardwood floors, and a commanding stone feature wall create an interior that feels both architecturally bold and deeply warm. This is a home where every design decision has been made with purpose.

The open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area is the beating heart of the home, generous in scale, flooded with natural light through double-glazed UPVC windows, and anchored by a designer kitchen featuring stone benchtops, white cabinetry, quality appliances, and an island that works as hard as it looks good. A second lounge offers a quieter retreat, warmed by the freestanding log fire and its heat transfer system a combination that efficiently distributes warmth throughout the entire home. Add heat pumps and ceiling fans to circulate that warmth, and you have a heating system that's as smart as it is effective.

Solar panels on the roof further cement this home's credentials as a genuinely energy-efficient residence, designed not just to look good, but to perform.

The master suite is a true retreat spacious, private, and complete with its own fully appointed ensuite featuring a large tiled shower, vanity and toilet. The additional three bedrooms are well-proportioned, and the main bathroom delivers a luxurious bath, separate shower and, vanity. Two additional separate toilets ensure the morning rush is never a bottleneck. Storage has been considered at every turn, with an abundance of built-in solutions throughout that keep daily life beautifully organised.

Externally, the main residence presents with cedar and rockcote plaster exterior, durable, low-maintenance, and sharp in appearance. The attached double garage is drive-through and carpeted. The expansive concrete driveway provides ample parking for the family fleet and doubles as the perfect space for kids to shoot hoops, ride bikes, and scooters, a practical bonus that families with children will immediately appreciate.

The expansive hardwood deck extends the living space outdoors in every season. From the louvered roof system for covered occasions, open spaces for those that like to bask in the sun, or the outdoor kitchen with running water, electric oven and gas hobs, an amazing addition for those that love to cook outdoors, BBQ, and be connected to their guests while entertaining.

Main Residence Highlights:
• Architecturally designed with soaring exposed timber beam ceilings and polished hardwood floors
• Stone feature wall with freestanding log burner, heat transfer system, heat pumps and ceiling fans, whole-home heating efficiency
• Solar panels for genuine energy efficiency and reduced running costs
• Double-glazed UPVC windows throughout, warmth, quiet and longevity
• Designer open-plan kitchen with dark stone benchtops, white cabinetry and quality appliances
• Second lounge/living area for flexible family living
• Master bedroom with fully appointed private ensuite
• Luxurious main bathroom, freestanding bath and separate shower
• Two additional separate toilets
• Abundance of built-in storage throughout
• Cedar and rockcote plaster exterior, premium, low-maintenance finish
• Covered pergola deck for year-round outdoor entertaining
• Attached drive-through carpeted double garage

THE LAND & INFRASTRUCTURE - Self-Sufficient by Design
This is where 50 Norris Drive truly separates itself from anything comparable on the market. The grounds have been developed with genuine self-sufficiency in mind, offering an enviable combination of productive gardens, livestock space, and robust infrastructure that most properties simply cannot match.

A dedicated irrigation system fed from the property's own water bore keeps the gardens and paddock lush and productive without reliance on mains supply. Council water supply also connects at an impressive 2,000 litres per day, feeding two 20,000-litre storage tanks, giving the property a total water storage capacity that provides security and independence through any season. Fibre internet ensures you're as connected digitally as you are practically.

The productive gardens include established fruit trees and thriving vegetable gardens, a kitchen garden that delivers from season to season. A paddock area provides genuine space for animals, hobby farming, or simply room for children and pets to roam. The chicken coop, woodshed, and dedicated dog run round out a property that has genuinely been set up for the good life.

Land & Infrastructure Highlights:
• Irrigation system fed from own water bore
• Council water supply (2,000 litres/day) feeding 2 x 20,000-litre on-site storage tanks
• Established fruit trees and productive vegetable gardens
• Paddock space, ideal for animals, hobby farming or lifestyle use
• Chicken coop, woodshed and dedicated dog run
• Fibre internet connectivity
• Expansive concrete driveway with generous vehicle parking

THE SECONDARY DWELLING & SHED COMPLEX - Versatility Defined
Attached to an impressive Totalspan shed, the secondary dwelling is a complete, self-contained home in its own right, and together they form a functional complex that is as practical as it is valuable. Finished with a durable Colorsteel exterior, the secondary dwelling offers open-plan living and dining, a fully equipped kitchen, a comfortable bedroom, and a modern bathroom, everything needed for independent, comfortable living.

The attached Totalspan shed incorporates a well-configured three-car garage and workshop space, ideal for trades, hobbies, vehicle storage, or serious DIY. Covered parking for a caravan, boat, or motorhome completes a package that caters to every lifestyle need without compromise.

• Secondary Dwelling & Shed Complex Highlights:
• Fully self-contained secondary dwelling - kitchen, open-plan living, bedroom and bathroom
• Durable Colorsteel exterior - low maintenance and hard-wearing
• Attached Totalspan shed with three-car garage and workshop configuration
• Covered parking bay for caravan, boat or motorhome
• Privately positioned yet connected to the main property
• Ideal for extended family, guests, or income-generating tenancy

LOCATION - MANDEVILLE, NORTH CANTERBURY
Mandeville offers the rare combination of semi-rural community living with genuine everyday convenience, and 50 Norris Drive sits right at the heart of it.

• A short drive to Mandeville local shops
• Approx. 5 minutes to Rangiora township and full amenity
• Approx. 20 minutes to Christchurch International Airport
• Easy access to the wider Canterbury region

Properties of this calibre, this level of design, infrastructure, self-sufficiency, and versatility, simply do not come to market often. When they do, they move fast.

50 Norris Drive is ready for its next chapter. Make sure it's yours!

For more information or to arrange a private viewing, contact Adrian & Jonny at Raine & Horne Rangiora