Romance and enchantment abound wherever you roam in this renovated, exquisitely rustic five-bedroom villa on the cusp of the Botanic Garden. It blends its Edwardian legacy with modern comforts, a spacious Parisienne apartment vibe and lovely, leafy views in an idyllic setting that's supremely picturesque and private. Features include:

- Five bedrooms, including master with bay window and three newly carpeted loft-style rooms, plus versatility of studio space that could be an extra bedroom, office or music room
- Huge lounge with wraparound paned windows for excellent natural light and French doors to entertainers' dining room that can be closed off from the refurbished kitchen with sunny breakfast nook
- The best of past and present, from radiator central heating and designer lighting to original floorboards and doors, central hall arch, high ceilings and sash windows
- Family-friendly facilities, complete with full bathroom, master ensuite, separate toilet and spacious laundry with linen cupboard and storage
- Northwest-facing, white wisteria-clad veranda that steps out to picket-fenced garden: where better to soak up the sun and bush-clad hills or stargaze with minimal light pollution?
- Nestled in seclusion with a captivating entrance that combines flat lawn and garden with a weatherboard-and-iron roof shed that could be turned into a hen house from which to gather fresh eggs daily
- Set back from one of Kelburn's most coveted streets, down an easily accessible zigzag that's just a short stroll from village shops, Kelburn Normal School, Victoria University, and the Botanic Garden and cable car

Superbly configured for effortless family living, this joyful, playful, peaceful home is a delight to explore inside and out. Don't miss the open home viewings.