luxury houses for sale Bay of Plenty, New Zealand (page 2)

Nestled into a prime position above the Wairoa River Valley on desirable Miles Lane, this central lifestyle position in Tauriko is one of Tauranga’s most sought after. Designed by Ambienti with all the timeless style of the French Riviera, and built by highly regarded Murray Pederson Builders, the majority in concrete block. With its guest house, two storeys and split level layout embracing a central outdoor living area, and a Mark Cashmore designed pool, this property would have to rank amongst the most unique and ideal of family homes in the region. Having envisioned a long-term family home, its owners have expertly and extensively updated the property over their 5 years of ownership. Now, a calling from out of the region creates an unexpected opportunity for a fortunate other.

Central lifestyle buyers are set to discover an exceptional waterfront retreat on an exclusive gated peninsula, shared with only a handful of residences and perfectly positioned to capture northerly views of the inner harbour and Mauao. Architecturally designed for effortless modern living, this home blends elevated coastal luxury with functionality, offering exemplary indoor–outdoor living, a creative courtyard focused layout, and thoughtfully crafted spaces ideal for couples, families, and guests alike. With unique artist-designed landscaping, easy water access for swimming, fishing and foreshore exploration, this property delivers a rare combination of centrally located waterfront, on a lifestyle sized setting, with modern design and comfort. To learn more about this opportunity, visit our website for more information, including: • Features • Chattels, Fixtures, Fittings • Design & Build • Legal & Financial • Photos & Video Land Area: 3,130 m2 Dwelling: 333 m2 house (with 123 m2 decking) Four Bedrooms Three Bathrooms Two Living Rooms Study Spaces Laundry 2 Car Garage Pool

The owners of this inimitable property have instructed us to offer the market a three-quarter-million-dollar/$750,000 reduction in the asking price, now set at $6,000,000. Buyers with a grasp of the market, and an understanding of the significance of this substantial real estate will recognise the value and comparative opportunity on offer, with the price expectation now sitting below the owners' total investment.   Pyes Pa is a central Bay of Plenty lifestyle location with incredible amenity and connectivity for busy professionals, families and retired couples alike. On this flat, beautifully landscaped and native bush bordered five-acre estate, sits a remarkable modern manor of scale and unmatched magnificence. Completed in 2009, with materials from five continents, the home represents over a century of craftsmanship. This property showcases what can be achieved when a focus on family, peace, and privacy meets exceptional style, quality, and a desire for permanence and authenticity. Further development opportunities beyond its current use include a wedding venue, luxury lodge, equestrian facility or botanical garden. The proximity to ACG and Aquinas Schooling will be of great value to some buyers, while others will appreciate easy access to The Crossing, one of Tauranga’s largest shopping centres, and connections to Rotorua, Auckland, and the Waikato. Land Area: 2 ha (approximately 5 acres) Dwelling: 706 m2 house including garage + 37 m2 covered walkway connecting house and garage + 129 m2 verandah/covered outdoor living + 85 m2 attic space Five Bedrooms Four Ensuite Bathrooms Powder Room Three Living Rooms Games Room Cinema Room Office Hobby Room/Nursery Cloakroom Laundry Two Storage Rooms 3 Car Garage Pool House: 27 m2 Pool American Barn: 77 m2

Located in the relatively recent and increasingly popular Omanawa lifestyle area, Sarona Park delivers a unique, equine-friendly, rural lifestyle enclave within easy reach of the 'Golden Triangle' of the Bay of Plenty, Waikato and Auckland. Only 20 minutes from The Crossing Shopping Centre and the Tauriko Business Estate, your own rural paradise awaits. Perfect aspect, big sky views, and fresh air are the setting for this modern, sprawling, high-quality home. With its ideal family floorplan, three-car garaging, expansive lawns, modern, immaculate avocado orchard and large four bay shed, opportunities for lifestyle abound. Visit our website for more information, including: • Features • Chattels, Fixtures, Fittings • Design & Build • Legal & Financial • Photos & Video Website Link:  https://olvrd.nz/18bm Dwelling: 386 m2 (over foundation more or less) Six Bedrooms Two Bathrooms Power Room Office Laundry Three Living Spaces Triple Car Garaging 112 m2 Shed Land Area: 1.63 ha (All measurements approximate only)

Extensively renovated six years ago by Mod Architecture and builder Tony Farley, this home presents as new and represents an obsessive attention to detail and an eye for timeless tradition. The site separates naturally with highly curated estate-like landscaping, terraced above an industry-benchmarked Avo orchard. Situated on a short and peaceful rural road that dead ends at the harbour’s edge, this elevated site, with its extensive deck and patio spaces, provides the best of rural, harbour, and Kaimai views with privacy and prestige.   Bedrooms:  5 Bathrooms:  3 Powder Rooms:  2 Living areas:  4 Storage Room Laundry: 1 Garaging:  4 car internal access garaging Extensive deck & patio spaces Floor Area:  348 m2 Land Area:  1.44 ha (approx. 1 ha of Avocado & 3,700 m2 of near flat curtilage with water views)

Oropi is a lifestyle location being increasingly prioritised for its easy access, limited horticulture, rural surrounds, and elevated views. The home is a recent quality build, of a size, scale and layout, that will be a standout in the market for family buyers. The property itself an idyllic balance of easy living, space to play, privacy and outstanding northerly aspect elevated coastal and rural views. Four Bedrooms One Ensuite One Bathroom Two Powder Rooms Two Indoor Living Spaces Study Nook Office Separate Laundry Scullery Storage 2+ Car Garage 341 m2 Internal Floor Area 4,355 m2 Land Area

Surrounded by nature and the Minden Scenic Reserve, this architectural statement rests harmoniously in a private setting just moments from sought-after eateries, shopping destinations, and leisure activities in Te Puna and Bethlehem, and is set to benefit substantially from improvements to local roading, ensuring trouble-free access to any destination. This uber-modern, high-quality home has been designed by well-regarded architectural firm, Insight Architecture, and meticulously crafted by New Zealand Certified builder, Gene Hollands. Its timeless material choices and clean lines, both inside and out, create a tranquil retreat with a strong connection to its occupants and its environment. Peaceful, easy, and comfortable living for a couple or a large family has been built into the floor plan, with architectural features and high-end inclusions ensuring that objective. The home’s green surroundings and thoughtful landscaping keep maintenance inputs down and provide the potential to create the elements of your ultimate lifestyle with the hard work already done. Bedrooms:  5 Bathrooms:  3 Living areas:  3 Office:  1 Laundry: 1 Garaging:  3 car garaging Decking:  100 m2 Floor Area:  365 m2 Land Area:  6,696 m2

This modern, immaculate character home is bathed in its northerly aspect and nestled privately on a prime elevated site with water views, just a short distance from Katikati’s town centre. Beautifully landscaped subtropical gardens and colonial design elements add to the overwhelming charm of this lifestyle opportunity. A small avocado orchard presents an easy additional income opportunity and will suit those looking for a new pace of life, or if hands-off is preferred, provide an attractive backdrop and place to wander. Four large bedrooms with an equivalent number of bathrooms provide for family or guests, and spacious open-plan living & dining areas invite relaxation and conversation whilst connected to the views and ambiance of this magical environment. This unique home and property must be experienced to be appreciated... you'll find your feelings hard to forget. Four Bedrooms Four Bathrooms Two Powder Rooms Two Indoor Living Spaces 2 Car Garaging + Extensive Carparking 178 m2 Veranda 243 m2 Internal Floor Area 9,204 m2 Land Area (2090 m2 approx. harbour foreshore/mangrove + 3,930 m2 approx. curtilage + 3,060 m2 approx. avocado orchard) (All measurements approximate only)

Nestled at the top of the Minden’s exclusive enclave and exposed to the best views in the Bay of Plenty, this property is embraced by native bush and sheltered from the prevailing weather. Uniquely crafted by well-regarded Colin Davis and brought to life just five years ago by sought-after builder Luke MacGibbon of 90 Degrees Construction, the home presents as new. This exemplary, modern, and enduring residence is a collection of clever details and high-quality inclusions. A five-star lifestyle, over and above in every respect. Four Bedrooms Two Bathrooms Powder Rooms Three Indoor Living Spaces Alfresco Living Area 2 Car Garaging + Carport 371 m2 Internal Floor Area 6,445 m2 Land Area (All measurements approximate only)

Website Link:  olvrd.nz/sky Situated in the Oropi Hills above Tauranga City, this serene, minimalist home is surrounded by nature and designed with ultimate privacy and security in mind. Secluded at the end of a private road and spectacular private driveway, this multi-award-winning Shaw Builders 800m2 home was designed to a precise brief. Beautiful in its simplicity, disguising the extraordinary complexity and meticulous craftsmanship behind its creation. Surrounded by lush sub-tropical gardens, a Truffière and native bush and stream with custom mountain biking trails, the floor-to-ceiling windows and views to the horizon blend to instil tranquillity and an unparalleled living experience.

Very occasionally in our local market do properties of this rarity and significance become available. Recognized nearly a quarter of century ago by a European businessman as offering the quintessential New Zealand coastal lifestyle with its remarkably private, elevated and absolute waterfront positioning, rich with mature native trees, bush and birdsong, and bathed in the most romantic of intimate water views with day long sunshine.  This idyllic site was developed without budget in traditional homestead and nautical themes that we believe are ideally suited to the timeless desirability of this dreamy retreat, with the options to embrace, modernize or expand to accommodate the next fortunate caretakers vision for this very special piece of paradise. Bedrooms:  6 Bathrooms:  4.5 Living areas:  4 Garaging:  2 car + parking for 3 cars Floor Area:  450 m2 Land Area:  4899 m2 Visit our website for more information on this property, including:  • Features • Chattels, Fixtures, Fittings • Design & Build • Legal & Financial • Photos & Video Link:  olvrd.nz/266cplu

Unabashedly authentic, desperately romantic, one of Tauranga’s most iconic homes - 5 Sunny Downs Drive is without question the real deal. This uncompromising solid concrete home has been built to last an eternity with a level of engineering and quality unparalleled by most NZ residences and exceeding the centuries old Italian mansions upon which it is themed.   7 Bedrooms (4 + 2 + 1) Living Areas Include Library, Office, Hobbies Room, Sitting Room, Nursery, Lounge & Dining) 4 Bathrooms (2 + 1 + 1) 2 Powder Rooms 4+ Car Garaging 602m2 with 117m2 covered patio/balcony space and 73m2 uncovered patio/balcony space 3952 m2