luxury houses with sea view for sale Matakana, New Zealand

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

Proudly built by Gold Award-winning Sentinel Homes, this exceptional coastal residence delivers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and versatility. Perched high above the coastline, the home enjoys breathtaking panoramic views stretching from Waiwera and Orewa to Auckland's glittering skyline. By night, the twinkling lights of the Sky Tower and Mount Eden create a spectacular backdrop, while native bush surrounds provide a sense of peace and seclusion rarely found so close to the city. Just three years young and thoughtfully designed for effortless living, this stunning single-level home showcases a seamless blend of architectural sophistication and everyday comfort. Expansive glazing captures the ever-changing coastal outlook, while light-filled living spaces flow effortlessly to the outdoors, creating an immediate connection to the surrounding landscape. At the heart of the home, the designer kitchen has been crafted to impress. Featuring premium Gaggenau appliances, integrated refrigeration, and a cleverly concealed butler's pantry, it offers both style and functionality for everyday living and entertaining alike. Whether hosting guests, gathering with family, or enjoying a quiet evening overlooking the sea, every space has been designed with connection and lifestyle in mind. Outside, the property transforms into a private resort. A sparkling swimming pool, beautifully landscaped grounds, and expansive level lawns provide the perfect setting for summer entertaining, family fun, or simply unwinding while taking in the spectacular views. The luxurious primary suite is a true retreat, perfectly positioned to capture the morning sun and stunning sea vistas. Complete with a beautifully appointed ensuite and generous walk-in wardrobe, it offers a private sanctuary away from the rest of the home. Additional bedrooms are spacious and well-appointed, while a separate media room provides valuable flexibility for growing families. Adding significant appeal is the fully self-contained two-bedroom apartment, complete with quality Bosch appliances and its own independent living spaces. Ideal for extended family, guests, multigenerational living, teenagers seeking independence, or generating supplementary income through short or long-term accommodation. Every detail throughout the property reflects the quality synonymous with Sentinel Homes' award-winning reputation. From ducted air conditioning and full insulation to cedar cladding and beautifully crafted German-designed kitchens, the result is a residence that feels both luxurious and effortlessly practical. Positioned just minutes from Orewa Beach, Waiwera, and within easy reach of Matakana and Auckland CBD, this remarkable property offers the perfect balance of coastal tranquillity and everyday convenience. Contact Leanne Wallace and Cushla Fell at New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty for further information or to arrange your private viewing.

Few properties so close to Auckland offer this level of scale, privacy and commanding coastal presence. Positioned high above Waiwera, Hatfields Beach and Orewa, this extraordinary coastal estate captures sweeping panoramic views across the Hauraki Gulf while offering a sense of seclusion rarely found on the Hibiscus Coast. Held by the same family for many years, the property now presents a genuine opportunity for a new owner to secure one of the coast’s most tightly held landholdings. Set across an expansive elevated site, the estate combines substantial land, established native landscape and exceptional privacy just minutes from Orewa and the Northern Motorway. Constructed in cedar weatherboard and Wanaka schist stone, the residence has been designed to complement its dramatic coastal surroundings while creating a timeless sense of warmth and permanence. The outlook is nothing short of spectacular, with ever-changing sea views stretching across the coastline and gulf beyond. The existing residence is generously proportioned with five bedrooms and multiple living areas, all designed to embrace the remarkable coastal setting. Expansive decks and outdoor entertaining spaces create an effortless connection to the surrounding landscape, offering an exceptional environment for hosting or quiet retreat. For discerning buyers, the property also presents an exciting opportunity to further elevate the estate through architectural enhancement or the creation of a landmark coastal residence befitting the scale and position of the land. The grounds provide ample space for curated landscaping, a resort-style pool, guest accommodation or additional lifestyle amenities, while the potential for a private gated entrance further enhances the sense of exclusivity and arrival. A private bush walk winds through native landscape toward the shoreline below, adding another dimension to the unique lifestyle experience on offer. Located only minutes from Waiwera village and Orewa’s vibrant cafes, beaches and amenities, the property offers a rare balance of tranquillity and convenience. Auckland CBD remains within easy reach, while Te Arai’s world-class golf courses and coastline are approximately an hour away. Large-scale coastal properties of this calibre are rarely brought to market. This is an exceptional opportunity to secure a private sanctuary with scale, presence and enduring future value on Auckland’s northern coastline. Contact Natalie Newton at New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty for further information or to arrange a private viewing.

Positioned directly on the golden sands of Orewa Beach, 371A Hibiscus Coast Highway presents a truly rare opportunity to secure a 1,012 sq m (more or less) freehold beachfront site in one of the coast’s most tightly held locations. The property is home to a substantial 1970s residence of approximately 230 sq m, offering six bedrooms and two bathrooms. Generous in scale and set on a wide beachfront site, the home provides comfortable accommodation today while offering exciting possibilities for renovation, redevelopment, or landbanking for the future. Currently tenanted, the home is providing holding income, with the tenants happy to remain should the new owner wish, offering flexibility for buyers considering their long-term plans. What makes this opportunity even more compelling is that the neighbouring rear section at 371C Hibiscus Coast Highway is also available for purchase. This 341sq m (more or less) freehold site, located one property back from the beach, enjoys pedestrian access to the shoreline via a 2.4m wide easement. Together, these two properties present an exceptional chance to secure a significant combined coastal landholding in the heart of Orewa. Buyers may choose to enjoy the existing home, redevelop the beachfront site, or explore the potential of purchasing both titles and creating a truly remarkable dream coastal residence with additional space and flexibility rarely found this close to the water. Freehold beachfront properties in Orewa are extremely scarce, and opportunities to secure adjoining land parcels like this are even rarer. Whether you are seeking a landmark development opportunity, a future dream home site, or a strategic coastal investment, this is a property that deserves serious consideration.

Open Homes: Please enter from Hibiscus Coast Highway entrance way (beachfront). Imagine starting your day with a tranquil walk along the beach, coffee in hand, or unwinding in the evening as the sun sets with the sound of the ocean rolling in. Positioned in one of Orewa’s most desirable coastal pockets, this well-appointed three-bedroom home places that lifestyle right at your doorstep, with the park across the road and elevated views to the sea from your living area balcony. The layout offers flexibility to suit how you live, whether it’s hosting guests in the ground floor bedroom with its own ensuite, enjoying light-filled open plan living that flows to the balcony, or relaxing in your private courtyard. Upstairs, the primary bedroom captures sea views from its own balcony, creating a peaceful retreat to start and end your day. The Boulevard Apartments is a secure, well-maintained complex, where you’ll enjoy access to a swimming pool, internal access garaging and additional off-street parking. Whether you’re searching for a low-maintenance coastal home, a lock-up-and-leave Auckland base, or a smart investment in a high-demand location, this is an opportunity that makes sense on every level. With the owners having already moved on, this property must be sold. Act now to secure your place in this sought-after beachside setting. Contact Cushla Fell and Leanne Wallace, New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty, for viewing times and more information, or download the property documents from the listing.

Positioned in a sought-after location with the Orewa Estuary and Te Ara Tahuna Estuary Cycleway just moments away, 9 Pohutukawa Avenue offers modern living, flexibility for extended family, and home income potential in a fantastic coastal setting close to beaches, schools, walkways, and local amenities. Fully renovated throughout, this well-presented home is set over two levels. Upstairs features two bedrooms plus a smaller room currently used as a bedroom or home office, a modern bathroom with a separate toilet, spacious open-plan kitchen and dining, and a separate living room offering extra space for families to relax and spread out. The sunny deck captures views toward the estuary and creates the perfect spot for entertaining or enjoying summer evenings. Downstairs offers exceptional versatility with its own living area, spacious rumpus-style room, sink and bench space, plus a separate shower and toilet. Ideal for extended family, teenagers, guests, work-from-home flexibility, or those seeking additional living option Set on an easy-care low-maintenance site with no large gardens to maintain, this home is ideal for buyers wanting space and functionality without the upkeep. Additional features include oversized garaging, a carport, and plenty of off-street parking for a boat, caravan, campervan, or extra vehicles. Located just moments from the estuary walkway and cycleway, local schools, shops, and Red Beach itself, this is a fantastic opportunity to secure a flexible coastal home in a highly desirable location.