luxury house with terrace for sale Waimate North, New Zealand

Discover an exceptional lifestyle sanctuary just minutes from Kerikeri township. Positioned on an elevated site amid extensively landscaped, easy-care grounds featuring perennials, native and exotic trees, and bordered by a tranquil stream, this property offers remarkable privacy, sweeping rural outlooks, and contemporary living within a meticulously considered architectural design. Encompassing approximately 400sqm across two levels, the residence has been crafted to an uncompromising standard. The main level presents sophisticated open-plan living anchored by a beautifully appointed stone-bench kitchen, complemented by an expansive master suite complete with a walk-in wardrobe and private ensuite. A double internal-access garage ensures effortless everyday convenience. The lower level provides a fully self-contained retreat featuring two bedrooms, a kitchenette, and its own living area, accessible via internal stairs or lift. This versatile space is perfectly suited to extended family, multigenerational living, guest accommodation, or premium Airbnb use. Outdoor living is exceptional. An expansive, roofed veranda forms a superb all-season entertaining environment, enhanced by motorized venetian blinds that transform the space into a sheltered and inviting haven. A covered, tiled patio on the lower level further extends the home’s year-round livability. Set upon 8,887sqm of beautifully established grounds, the property includes drivable tracks from the home down to the pond and river-edge walking trails, where the sound of flowing water and abundant birdlife create an atmosphere of absolute tranquility. A large gardener’s shed complete with a bathroom adds an additional layer of appeal. Lifestyle amenities are extensive and include five water tanks, a modern septic system, concrete driveway, pond, a selection of fruit trees, and town services available at the gate. This is a rare opportunity to secure a versatile and beautifully appointed lifestyle estate in a highly sought-after Kerikeri location. With the airport only 5km away and the popular Packhouse Market within walking distance, the property offers space, serenity, and refined contemporary living. Contact Ash Boyd at New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty to arrange your private viewing.

Elevated above the wharf to capture the incredible view, this exceptional residence presents a rare lifestyle opportunity. First discovered through a lifetime spent sailing these waters, the home has since been carefully reimagined and is now offered anew as priorities evolve. More than a four-bedroom residence, it is a private island sanctuary, created for gathering, retreating, and leaving the everyday far behind. Moturoa Island is tightly held by just 21 families, offering a rare sense of belonging within a secure and exclusive island community. Shared amenities include tennis courts, walking tracks and pristine beaches, while full-time caretakers and a farm manager ensure life runs effortlessly, from launching boats to managing the land, allowing owners to simply arrive and unwind. The residence has undergone a comprehensive rebuild that honours its origins while delivering contemporary comfort. Retained elements, including the original fireplace, acknowledge the home’s history, now transformed into a refined coastal retreat, perfectly positioned to capture sweeping views across the Bay of Islands. Solid timber floors throughout bring warmth, durability and timeless appeal, complementing a lodge-inspired design that prioritizes shelter, privacy and connection to the surrounding landscape. Expansive decks to both the front and rear of the home provide versatile outdoor living—whether entertaining in the sun by the water or retreating among native bush in more sheltered conditions. Accommodation is thoughtfully configured, with two bedrooms on the upper level and two on the lower level. One lower bedroom includes a kitchenette, offering excellent flexibility for guests, extended family or independent living. Nestled among established trees, the home is alive with birdsong, while the well-appointed kitchen is ideally suited to preparing the day’s fresh catch. Life on Moturoa Island is unhurried and abundant. Sheep graze the open lawns, kiwi call after nightfall, this dream home comes with its own boatshed for easy access to the renowned fishing grounds just beyond the shoreline. Access is simple and convenient, with a short 20 minute boat journey from Russell or Paihia, and approximately 10 minutes from Kerikeri Marina. Opportunities of this calibre are seldom offered. Enquire today to arrange a private viewing.