luxury apartment / penthouse with pool for sale Whangārei, New Zealand

Some properties are defined by their buildings. Sculptureum is an entire world created within its boundaries. Its name, a fusion of sculpture and museum, captures only part of its story. Over approximately 20 years, once-barren land has been transformed into one of the Matakana Coast’s most significant private gardens. Mature trees, sculptural forms and native nīkau palms create a sheltered microclimate, protected from prevailing winds and alive with native New Zealand birdlife. Around 1.5km of pathways weave through the grounds, revealing moments of beauty, surprise and quiet reflection. Beneath this remarkable landscape, substantial investment in infrastructure enhances the property’s resilience during adverse weather events. Located at 40 Omaha Flats Road in Auckland’s Rodney district, Sculptureum sits between Matakana Village and Omaha Beach, approximately one hour north of Auckland CBD by car. Vineyards, farmers’ markets, golf courses, beaches and the boating waters of the Hauraki Gulf are all close at hand. Currently operating as a world-class Matakana art, garden and visitor experience, Sculptureum has welcomed more than 400,000 recorded visitors. Its extensive infrastructure includes six art galleries, a gift shop, significant landscaped gardens and Rothko, the one-hat restaurant recognised as a leading regional dining destination. The Green Shed offers additional space awaiting development and a new creative vision. A modest on-site residence, presently used for daily management operations, reflects the property’s history of residential use. With Commercial and Mixed Use Rural zoning, Sculptureum offers exceptional potential. Subject to Auckland Council approval, opportunities may include premium short- or long-stay accommodation, expanded gardens and exhibitions, further dining and hospitality experiences, or complementary tourism and commercial ventures. The buildings could instead be repurposed to create a significant Matakana rural residence and lifestyle estate. Imagine a private sanctuary held within gardens cultivated over two decades. For a family, foundation or philanthropic organisation, Sculptureum offers something rarer still: the opportunity to shape an enduring legacy. Its established commercial operations could support a home for art, education, conservation or charitable endeavour, bringing enterprise and philanthropy together with purpose. The art collection is negotiable, allowing a purchaser to acquire all, part or none of it, and the freedom to continue Sculptureum’s artistic legacy or imagine an entirely new future. Prospective purchasers should undertake their own due diligence regarding residential use, development, commercial activities and future land use. More than an art attraction, garden estate or commercial property, Sculptureum is a landmark shaped by imagination, investment and vision. It's now ready for its next custodian and its next remarkable chapter. To learn more about the opportunity, please contact Kelly Hamilton or Kelly Brown from New Zealand Sothebys International Realty .

The world’s most enduring private estates are built upon a combination of vision, stewardship, and place. Sculptureum offers the opportunity to acquire all three within one of New Zealand’s most desirable lifestyle destinations. Home to one of New Zealand’s most celebrated private art collections, an established hospitality operation, a boutique vineyard, and considerable scope for future growth, Sculptureum is an estate unlike any other in the country. Positioned on the Matakana Coast, less than one hour from Auckland, Sculptureum spans 10.19 hectares across two freehold titles. The estate is located approximately 3 kilometres from Matakana Village and its popular farmers’ market, and approximately 5 kilometres from Omaha Beach. Over the past decade, Sculptureum has become a destination of genuine national and international standing. More than 400,000 guests have experienced its galleries, sculpture gardens, vineyard, and acclaimed Rothko Restaurant, establishing a brand and visitor experience recognised throughout New Zealand and increasingly abroad. Included within the opportunity is the collection that forms the foundation of Sculptureum, creating a rare combination of cultural significance, established commercial activity, and strategic landholding within a single holding. Today, the estate operates with established hospitality infrastructure and a proven track record of attracting both domestic and international audiences. Thoughtfully designed gardens, immersive landscapes, and curated experiences have transformed the estate into a place of both beauty and purpose. Woven throughout the property, they create an environment that inspires guests and contributes to the estate’s enduring appeal. The vineyard title presents a rare opportunity to expand upon an already established destination. With elevated views towards Great Barrier Island and a significant landholding within one of New Zealand’s most desirable lifestyle regions, it provides a compelling canvas for accommodation, hospitality, residential, cultural, or philanthropic initiatives. The primary title also retains capacity for the continued enhancement of the visitor experience, hospitality offering, and gardens. Sculptureum sits at the centre of a region attracting increasing attention from entrepreneurs, private investors, family offices, and globally connected capital. The Matakana Coast continues to strengthen its position as one of the Southern Hemisphere’s premier lifestyle and leisure destinations, supported by internationally acclaimed golf experiences at Te Arai Links and Tara Iti, and a growing collection of luxury hospitality and tourism investments. Accessible by road or helicopter, and with the nearby Sandspit Marina providing access to the wider Hauraki Gulf, the estate enjoys exceptional connectivity by land, sea, and air. Multiple pathways exist, enabling future ownership to shape an outcome aligned with their ambitions, whether commercial, cultural, philanthropic, or lifestyle-led. Sculptureum represents a rare opportunity to acquire and build upon one of New Zealand’s most distinctive estates. Expressions of Interest are Invited. Please contact Kelly Hamilton or Kelly Brown at New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty. *Imagery and visualisations presented in the video are AI-generated and are intended for illustrative purposes only. They are designed to provide inspiration as to what may be possible on the site but do not represent approved plans, designs, or building outcomes. No assessment has been undertaken by architects, builders, surveyors, or relevant authorities to confirm feasibility. Prospective purchasers are advised to undertake their own due diligence and seek independent professional advice regarding what may be able to be constructed on the property.