luxury house with terrace for sale Matakana, New Zealand

Some properties offer a place to live. Others offer the freedom to create a lifestyle. Set across approximately 18.98 hectares (more or less) in the highly sought after Warkworth and Matakana lifestyle corridor, 4 Hamilton Road presents a rare opportunity to secure a substantial lifestyle landholding in one of Auckland's most desirable rural locations. Surrounded by rolling countryside and established grounds, the property offers a sense of privacy and space that is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Yet despite its peaceful setting, Warkworth township is only minutes away, while Matakana Village, local vineyards, farmers' markets, golf courses, beaches, and the wider coastline remain within easy reach. Auckland is comfortably accessible, offering the ideal balance between rural living and urban convenience. At the heart of the property sits an extensively renovated residence of approximately 230 sq m. Thoughtfully enhanced for modern living, the home provides immediate comfort while retaining the flexibility for future owners to personalise and further enhance over time. Generous living areas connect seamlessly with outdoor entertaining spaces, established gardens, and pool amenities, creating an environment designed for both relaxation and gathering. Beyond the home, it is the scale of the land that truly distinguishes this offering. Lifestyle properties of this size within such close proximity to Warkworth, Matakana, and Auckland are increasingly rare. The landscape provides space, privacy, and flexibility, appealing to purchasers seeking a rural lifestyle with room to evolve alongside changing needs and aspirations. For some, this will be a private family retreat where children can explore, guests can gather, and lasting memories are made. For others, it may represent a significant lifestyle landholding in a region that continues to attract strong interest from those seeking space, connection to nature, and proximity to some of New Zealand's most desirable coastal and lifestyle destinations. As Warkworth continues to grow and connectivity throughout the wider region improves, opportunities to secure a landholding of this scale become increasingly difficult to replicate. The appeal lies not only in what exists today, but in the flexibility and lifestyle it offers for the future. Private. Peaceful. Full of Possibility. For more information on 4 Hamilton Road, Warkworth, contact Kelly Hamilton, New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty.

Te Arai Estate – A Rare New Zealand Retreat This extraordinary estate embodies the essence of New Zealand luxury – privacy, tranquillity and connection to nature. Elevated on five acres within 20 acres of protected native forest, the property enjoys breathtaking panoramic views over rolling countryside to the Pacific Ocean and the white-sand beaches of the Mangawhai coast. Crafted with natural materials and refined architectural detail, the residence offers approximately 780 sq m of living space designed for effortless entertaining and relaxation. The grand Great Room – with its vaulted timber ceilings and limestone fireplace – opens to expansive north-facing terraces where outdoor lounges and a covered dining area with open fire frame sweeping views. Below, a 20-metre heated pool, cedar hot tub, ice bath, infrared sauna and gymnasium create a private wellness haven surrounded by native bush. Accommodation is generous and beautifully appointed with four luxurious bedroom suites providing elegant accommodation for family and guests, complemented by additional guest spaces and staff accommodation. In total, the property can sleep up to 20 people across the main lodge, guest suites and the Ruru Barn, with six elegant bathrooms and multiple outdoor baths and showers that blur the line between luxury and landscape and connect living to nature. Sustainability and self-sufficiency are at the heart of the property’s design, featuring solar power, rainwater collection and advanced filtration. Organic vegetable gardens, fruit trees and beehives offer a true farm-to-table lifestyle, while manicured grounds and native plantings blend seamlessly into the wider landscape. Beyond the gate, adventure awaits. World-renowned Tara Iti and Te Arai Links golf courses are moments away, while surfing, fishing and hiking are all on your doorstep. And when it’s time to reconnect with the world, Auckland and its international airport are just over an hour away. More than just a home – this is a place to gather generations, to celebrate life’s luxuries, and to experience the best of New Zealand’s coastal beauty in complete privacy. A rare and remarkable retreat for those who seek peace, connection and perfection in equal measure. Presented for sale by Price by Negotiation, this turn-key offering presents potential purchasers with a range of options. Enjoy the property as a luxurious residence for the exclusive use of family and friends or explore revenue generating options such as operating the property as a luxury lodge. Please view the property e-booklet here: http://bit.ly/3Why6SU