lands for sale Paihia, New Zealand

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.

A rare opportunity to own a share in Moturoa Island — a 147-hectare (more or less) private island sanctuary — and design your coastal retreat on an elevated site with panoramic views of the Bay of Islands across rolling pastures, native bush, vineyard landscapes, and sunlit sea vistas stretching north toward the Ninepin and sweeping south toward Russell and Paihia. Become a shareholder in Moturoa Island— one title, 24 shares — with this rare, legacy-level offering for those seeking the luxury, freedom, and seclusion on an exceptional curated private-island experience. Enjoy effortless accessibility by helicopter or just 15 minutes by water taxi or your own boat from iconic Russell, Paihia, or the Kerikeri Marina. A world apart — yet closer than you think to everything the Bay of Islands has to offer. A five-minute stroll from your elevated, yet virtually level site, leads through native bush alive with birdsong and kiwi burrows to your own secluded beach, where you can swim in crystal-clear waters, kayak at dawn, or catch dinner in the Bay’s world-class fishing grounds or local island spots — enjoying exclusive riparian rights across all of Moturoa’s pristine coves, beaches and bays. Island living designed with every advantage — onsite managers, mains power (unique in the Bay), established island infrastructure, implement sheds, freshwater bores, a private wharf and boat launching ramp, island barge, and a hands-off sheep farming operation — all providing effortless living within a secure shareholder community. Contact Ash Boyd from New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty today to arrange a private viewing.

A rare, fully managed private-island lifestyle awaits on this newly released north-facing clifftop site with an endless sea vista — expansive entertaining deck with spa, firepit, pizza oven, BBQ, and outdoor lounge and dining area for immediate alfresco pleasure — ready with a prepared building platform and connected power for your island masterpiece or secluded retreat. Wake to birdsong and ocean waves, rolling pastures, roaming kiwis at night, pristine beaches, and hidden coves, with easy access by helicopter, water taxi, or a 15-minute boat ride from iconic Russell, Paihia, or the Kerikeri Marina. A beach studio and two Bali-style huts add accommodation and charm, all connected by walking tracks and 4×4 access to a secluded beach with full riparian rights. An exceptional ownership opportunity in a proven company structure — one title with 24 shares —in a 147-hectare (more or less) exclusive private island supported by comprehensive turnkey infrastructure, including implement sheds, island barge, wharf and boat ramp, visitors’ cottage, freshwater bores, a hands-free sheep-farming operation, and the only mains electricity supply in the Bay — all designed for effortless island living. Cast a line for breakfast or dinner in the Bay’s legendary fishing and diving spots or enjoy wine from the adjacent boutique vineyard — all at your doorstep within this beautifully curated island sanctuary. Arrange a private viewing or request further information. *One Bathroom includes Eco-Toilet only Contact Ash Boyd from New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty for more information.

Ōmarino In a country where freehold coastal land is tightly regulated, opportunities for international ownership are almost unheard of. Lot 15 at Ōmarino is one of the very few New Zealand coastal lifestyle properties legally available to global buyers, thanks to a rare Overseas Investment Act (OIA) exemption already in place. This premium site offers 14.875 acres (more or less) of elevated land, set high within Ōmarino’s private dress circle. Its natural hilltop position captures a sweeping panorama across Parorenui Bay, Te Korowhiti Rock and Waipiro Bay. Surrounded by mature native forest, it is an untouched sanctuary with complete privacy and scope for bespoke architectural design. Owners at Ōmarino enjoy access to world-class amenities: a private marina for vessels up to 75 feet, helipads, guest accommodation including a four-bedroom lodge and one-bedroom apartment, and a full-time onsite management team. Exclusive pathways lead to the beach, while a clubhouse and boatshed create community without compromising privacy. Rarely does a property of this scale, setting and accessibility become available to the global market. Lot 15 combines natural beauty, security, and investment clarity — a legacy opportunity for discerning buyers seeking permanence on one of the world’s last great coastlines. Discover more at omarino.co.nz Contact Ben Macky, New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty