3 Doug Ledgerwood Drive, Wanaka, Central Otago / Lakes District

Architecturally designed by award-winning local architect Sarah Ritchie, this exceptional Wanaka residence reinterprets the region's alpine huts and lodges through a contemporary lens, delivering warmth, efficiency and remarkable liveability in a beautifully crafted package.Thoughtfully configured to maximise every square metre, the home offers three queen-sized bedrooms, including a generous master retreat with tiled-shower ensuite, alongside a detached office and a charming loft media room. Every detail has been carefully considered, from the soaring ceilings and warm timber interiors to the extensive integrated storage that keeps daily life effortlessly organised.The heart of the home is an inviting open-plan living, dining and kitchen space where entertaining comes naturally. A beautifully practical kitchen anchors the room, while expansive glazing frames the surrounding landscape and floods the interiors with natural light. In winter, the wood burner and heat transfer system radiate warmth; in summer, two sun-soaked porches extend living outdoors and capture the best of Wanaka's long sunny days.Constructed to an outstanding standard and insulated beyond specification, the home is clad in thermally modified Abodo timber finished in durable Sioo:x for enduring performance and minimal maintenance. An internal-access garage with outstanding storage accommodates everything from mountain bikes and skis to kayaks, tools, camping equipment and more - perfectly suited to the Central Otago lifestyle.Outside, a beautifully established garden framed by roses and fruit trees opens directly onto a broad reserve, creating a rare sense of space, privacy and permanence. Irrigated and easy to maintain, the grounds offer a seamless connection to the landscape while protecting the home's captivating mountain outlook.Positioned for convenience, the property is within walking distance of Te Kura O Take Karara, supermarkets, the cinema and gym, while the Wanaka Golf Club and Medical Centre are just moments away. Wanaka's vibrant lakefront, cafes, restaurants and shopping precinct are only 2.1km from your door, with Cardrona Alpine Resort approximately 30 minutes away.Offering architectural integrity, exceptional functionality and a genuine connection to its surroundings, this is a home that captures the essence of modern alpine living. For more information or to arrange a viewing, contact the Donnelly Property Team on 0508 DONNELLY.