44 and 58 Hilton Road, Highcliff, Dunedin City

Every once in a while, a property comes to the market that simply cannot be replaced. Not because of the home alone, nor the land alone, but because of the rare way they come together.

Welcome to 44 and 58 Hilton Road, a remarkable lifestyle holding spanning two titles and just over seven hectares, nestled on the picturesque Otago Peninsula where Dunedin's city boundary gives way to rolling countryside. Here, complete privacy, breathtaking rural surrounds and a beautifully renovated family home combine to offer an exceptionally rare lifestyle opportunity just minutes from the CBD.

Lovingly cared for by only its fourth custodians, this is a property that has been nurtured as much as it has been enjoyed. Rich in local history, the land was once part of a dairy support block, offering a wonderful connection to the area's rural heritage. It is easy to see why generations have chosen to call this extraordinary setting home.

Arriving along the quiet, no-exit Hilton Road, you'll immediately appreciate the peace and privacy that surrounds you. Although only minutes from Andersons Bay, Waverley and the CBD, you'll feel a world away as abundant birdlife, including the occasional owl, rolling paddocks and expansive rural views become your everyday backdrop.

The beautifully renovated 1970s home has been thoughtfully modernised while retaining the practical family layout that makes everyday living effortless.

Stepping inside, a welcoming entrance hall leads to three well-appointed bedrooms, two of which feature built-in wardrobes, alongside a beautifully renovated family bathroom featuring a soaking tub, beautiful tiled flooring, a generous shower and timeless contemporary finishes.

At the heart of the home is a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining and living area designed for gathering. The modern country-style kitchen, complete with its generous island bench, is where conversations naturally begin, whether it's enjoying a morning coffee before heading outside, preparing dinner while watching the children play, or entertaining family and friends.

The adjoining living area is warm, welcoming and anchored by a beautiful wood burner on wetback, while practical hard flooring, double glazing and excellent insulation make everyday family living both comfortable and easy throughout the seasons. An abundance of firewood is also on hand, ready for the cooler months ahead.

Flowing effortlessly from the lounge is a fabulous northwest-facing sunroom that captures wonderful afternoon sunshine and provides another peaceful space to relax while taking in the surrounding landscape.

Downstairs offers incredible versatility and is a true retreat within the home. A generous fourth bedroom complete with a built-in wardrobe, a second bathroom featuring beautiful tiled flooring, shower and toilet, a large separate laundry with exterior access and an expansive hobbies or rumpus room create endless possibilities for multigenerational living, teenage independence, guest accommodation or working from home. Opening directly to the gardens, this entire lower level feels wonderfully private and could easily function as a fabulous guest suite or master retreat. Excellent storage continues throughout this level and leads through to the oversized internal access garage with its impressive stud height and abundant storage space.

Outside, the lifestyle opportunities are simply exceptional.

Immediately surrounding the home you'll discover a sunny outdoor courtyard, a generous flat lawn ideal for children and entertaining, and a productive vegetable garden, creating the perfect balance between lifestyle and family living.

Split into approximately six to seven fenced paddocks, complete with electric fencing and supplied by the property's own natural spring water, the land is perfectly suited for sheep, cattle or horses, or simply enjoying the space and freedom that only a genuine lifestyle property can provide.

Supporting the land is an impressive collection of outbuildings, including a substantial three-bay workshop with two generous access openings, providing excellent flexibility for vehicles, machinery or larger projects, woodshed, former two-bay milking shed, original hen house, older-style implement garage and numerous additional storage options, everything already in place for those wanting to embrace country living without compromise.

The rear paddocks enjoy breathtaking views stretching towards the coastline, while the surrounding landscape creates an ever-changing backdrop to be enjoyed throughout every season.

Whether you're searching for a family wanting space for children to grow, a downsizing farmer not quite ready to leave the land behind, or simply someone wanting the best of both worlds, a genuine lifestyle property without sacrificing convenience, this remarkable holding offers an exceptionally rare opportunity that is becoming increasingly difficult to find.

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