Moved in

We traveled from Wellington to Havelock North on 23 May, with motorcycle on trailer.   At 4pm we meet Scott, Dan and Josh at the house for the formal handover of keys and a celebratory drink.

The next day (Friday) New Zealand Movers arrived with our house load of stuff in a container.   The unload was completed early afternoon and then we started to unload.

We are very pleased with the design and quality of the house.   Design builders have done a great job.  There are a few little things still to do;  letter box, sun sail, change of a couple of door latches.   Chris from Chubb was onsite Friday to implement the security system, however there is a technical problem that means the security will not be completed until Monday.

A few boxes to unpack

Unpacked and recovered dining chairs arrived today

Garage with shelving up

Not yet finished

We made a round trip to Havelock North today to check if the house was ready for us to take possession of and move into Friday next week.  There is still a bit of work required, however the power, gas and water are connected so we can live in it.   With another 3 days of work the house should be ready for us.

A  few new photos:

Pad is for clothes line, boxing for a fence and gate

Lights look good - unit by door is call camera.  Front door missing handle

Splash back fitted and power on range hood

Fridge Freezer in and going

We spent 2 hours at the house and in Havelock North, then headed back to Wellington.

Close to completion

This was to be the week the house would be finished.   There is still a lot to be finished and it is the hardening time for the garage floor paint that defines when we can take possession and move in.

This weekend we did a walk around the house with Scott - the builder.   There are a few doors that need to be repainted and a lot of other little things to do.  The electrical is not finished off and security looks about 70% complete.  The gas will not be connected until Tuesday.

Fences are 80% complete and the patio and driveway is laid.

Cat door fitted, Aircon in

Outdoor lights fitted

Wing with  outdoor lights - patio laid

Powder Room

 

Spa Bath completed

Drive laid, Garage and Front Doors in.

Fence