Lifestyle blocks

Listing ID: 43007481

Big Views, Big Spaces, Big Lifestyle

Discover the perfect blend of comfort, space, and rural lifestyle living.
This expansive 1960s five-bedroom home is set on 16.39 hectares (more or less) of well established farmland, providing an ideal balance of family-friendly living and functional rural infrastructure.
Inside, you'll find a modern, tidy kitchen with generous bench space and excellent storage. The open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge areas flow seamlessly through to a second living room, ensuring plenty of room for family life or entertaining. Both lounges open via ranch sliders to a sun-soaked deck capturing beautiful rural views, while the main lounge features a cosy Metro pot belly fire for winter warmth. A well-proportioned office adds flexibility for working from home or hobbies.
Accommodation consists of five spacious bedrooms. Two bathrooms, plus an additional separate toilet, offer convenience for busy households. A separate laundry provides direct access to the outdoor clothesline.
Outdoors, this property truly shines with lifestyle appeal. Enjoy summer days in the 9.5 x 4.4m saltwater pool, or relax within the established gardens. Two driveways provide easy access around the property.
A double Skyline garage with tilt doors offers great parking and workshop space, complemented by additional outbuildings including a powered workshop, a tin shed, a three-bay implement shed and four dog kennels.
The land is divided into 10 well-fenced paddocks with troughs, featuring rolling contour and seven wire post and batten fencing. A large catchment dam supplies water to the troughs and services the two house toilets.
Farm infrastructure is impressive, boasting a large three-stand woolshed with ample pens, covered yards, sheep & cattle yards, a loading chute and a head bail - ideal for those wanting to continue farming or run stock with ease.
This is an exceptional opportunity for families seeking a rural lifestyle without compromising on practicality or comfort.

Listing ID: 43009064

Premium Waterfront Section

Picture yourself waking up to stunning water views every day, with the harbour entrance and white sand beaches just a glance away. Endless adventures await right outside your door!

We're thrilled to offer an exclusive opportunity to secure this premium 1144sqm (more or less) coastal section in one of Whananaki North’s most coveted locations. This is an investment in your family's future on a coastline that National Geographic has recognized as one of the world's best.

Imagine yourself checking the surf at the Whananaki Bar, finding the best fishing spots, or simply unwinding while watching the tides change. This section offers a lifestyle that others only dream of.

Nestled in an exclusive subdivision of modern beach houses, you have the chance to create your ultimate coastal retreat. The large, flat site, bordering reserve land, provides plenty of space for your dream home, camping, and all your summer fun.

Create lasting memories in this tightly held location. Make your family's coastal dreams a reality, just a short 2 hours and 30 minutes from Auckland.

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Listing ID: 43010067

Build the Lifestyle You've Been Dreaming Of

An exciting opportunity awaits to secure your own slice of the countryside at 233 Wilton Collieries Road, Glen Massey. Offering a selection of generously sized lifestyle sections, this development presents the perfect chance to build your dream home in a peaceful rural setting.

With sections ranging from approximately 5000m² to over 8000m², there is plenty of room to create the lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of. Whether it's space for a large family home, shedding, gardens, or simply enjoying the privacy and outlook that comes with country living, these sites provide the flexibility to make it your own.

Sections currently available include:

• Lot 1 – 5000m²
• Lot 2 – 5000m²
• Lot 3 – 5000m²
• Lot 4 – 5000m²
• Lot 5 – 8000m²
• Lot 6 – 5000m²
• Lot 7 – 5500m²

These are approximate measurements listed above.

Each section has been thoughtfully positioned to maximise usable land and building potential. Building platforms have been identified to assist buyers in planning their future home.

Glen Massey is well known for its relaxed rural feel while still being within commuting distance to nearby towns. Ngaruawahia is just a short drive away for everyday essentials including supermarkets, cafés, schooling and services, while Hamilton is within comfortable reach for those commuting for work or seeking additional amenities.

Outdoor lovers will appreciate the surrounding countryside, with plenty of opportunities for walking, exploring and enjoying the natural beauty the area has to offer.

If you've been searching for land where you can build the home you truly want with space, privacy and a great rural outlook, these sections are well worth your consideration.

Get in contact with Del or Josh today for more information or to secure your preferred section.

To access the property files, follow the link below to the Lugtons website where you will be able to download the property files by clicking "information pack".
https://www.lugtons.co.nz/listings/233-wiltoncollieries-road

Listing ID: 43011197

A lifestyle the whole family will love

Deadline Sale 1pm Tue 21 Apr 2026 (unless sold prior)
Settled into the surrounds of Trendon Green Estate and positioned for privacy, this 3.85-hectare property brings established ease to lifestyle living just over five minutes' drive from Prebbleton and Rolleston.
The Peter Ray Home designed residence was built in 2001 and spans approx 282sqm across a single level. The low-maintenance design is backed by a long list of practical inclusions that sharpen its day-to-day performance.
Open-plan and oriented to the grounds, the kitchen, dining area and lounge give everyday life a backdrop of natural beauty, with the bay window widening its view across the mature gardens and doors carrying the living domain through to the covered veranda. A separate lounge adds another layer of living flexibility, and a dedicated office gives work-from-home practicality its own place.
Four bedrooms provide for family living in full, led by a master suite with a large bay window overlooking the grounds, a walk-in robe and an en-suite featuring an oversized tiled shower. The remaining three double bedrooms each include built-in wardrobes, while the family bathroom pairs a separate shower with a spa bath.
The home is largely lit with LEDs, generous storage, a central vacuum, an active alarm system, three-phase power to the house and one shed, and a bank of 20 solar panels feeding directly into the home power supply lock in a long list of behind-the-scenes advantages.
The comfort factor is equally significant, with a carpeted internal-access double garage, a heat transfer system, a log burner, two heat pumps, gas hot water, and zoned under-tile heating in most tiled areas of the home.
Outside, perennial borders, high hedging, specimen trees, a tunnel house and an immaculate sweep of lawn shape a garden setting with shelter, scale and established charm.
Complementing the lifestyle on offer, practical and well-designed shedding includes a three-bay enclosed shed with two extra height doors and three-phase electricity, and a three-bay shed with one enclosed bay providing superb secure storage options. Three paddocks, with mature shelter on all boundaries, include one with a stand of mature hazelnuts.
Establish your family in this fabulous location around 25 minutes commute into central Christchurch City.
Please get in touch with us for more information or please copy and paste the following link into your web browser: https://www.propertyfiles.co.nz/property/5529897

Listing ID: 43011475

Modern comfort meets country living

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) 12pm, Thu 16 Apr 2026

Ideally positioned in a great location just minutes from the local amenities of Darfield, this property offers an excellent lifestyle with an easy commute to Christchurch and convenient access to skiing, hunting, and a wide range of recreational activities to the west.

Set on approximately 4 hectares, the home features open plan living that creates a practical and welcoming environment, complemented by excellent indoor–outdoor flow that is ideal for entertaining family and friends. The home offers five generously proportioned bedrooms, including a master complete with ensuite and walk in wardrobe, along with a large office and well-appointed family bathroom, providing flexibility and comfort for modern family living.

The generous outdoor space provides ample room for children to play and explore, while the property is well configured for a self-sufficient lifestyle with purpose-built glasshouses and garden areas. A large shed further enhances the offering, providing ideal space for hobbies, storage, or recreational toys.

For those seeking a well-thought-out lifestyle property with a spacious and welcoming family home, we recommend making contact.

Further information is available here: www.propertyfiles.co.nz/5529856
*Please note boundary lines are indicative only.

Listing ID: 43011880

Private Te Puna lifestyle with space and views

From the moment you arrive, the sense of space and privacy is immediately apparent. Set on 3,000sqm, it's a true lifestyle setting - calm, established and somewhere you can slow down and enjoy the surroundings, while still being conveniently close to the city.

Positioned nicely on the site, the 256sqm home sits privately and slightly elevated, capturing a wonderful outlook towards Mount Maunganui. Inside, generous living spaces and a flexible layout make the home well suited to family living. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area forms the hub of the home for everyday life, while a second lounge provides additional space - ideal as a media room, quiet retreat, or separate living area for the family.

Accommodation is well balanced, offering four double bedrooms plus a dedicated office for those working from home. Two bathrooms and a separate third toilet provide practicality for busy household, while the 2.7m stud height enhances the sense of space and natural light throughout.

Outdoor living is easy to enjoy here, with a covered patio creating a great space for year-round entertaining, flowing out to a generous lawn and gardens that offer room for children to play or simply to relax and enjoy the peaceful setting.

Te Puna remains one of the Bay's most sought-after lifestyle areas, valued for its rural feel while still being close to everyday amenities - just 5km to Te Puna Village or Bethlehem Town Centre, and around 11km to Tauranga Crossing and Tauranga City.

Auction (unless sold prior). All measurements are approximate.

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Listing ID: 43012348

Lifestyle and location without compromise

Positioned on 6,171sqm (more or less) in a prized rural setting known for its premium lifestyle properties, this executive home has been thoughtfully constructed to meet modern expectations. Solid brick construction, a Coloursteel roof and double glazing speak to durability, while the interior showcases a considered contemporary finish, all just minutes from Cambridge’s vibrant township, schools and cafés.

A welcoming elevated height entry sets the tone, leading you through to spacious open-plan living where family life naturally unfolds. The U-shaped kitchen becomes command central, ideal for busy mornings and relaxed evenings alike, complemented by practical tiled flooring underfoot. In summer, doors open seamlessly to a covered portico outdoor entertaining area where children can roam the lawns, friends gather for long lunches, and sunsets stretch across the rural horizon.

The master suite provides a peaceful retreat, complete with walk-in wardrobe, ensuite and outdoor access, all overlooking lush rural surrounds. An additional three well-proportioned bedrooms, each with built-in double wardrobes, easily accommodate family or guests and are serviced by a family bathroom featuring a bath, shower and vanity, plus a separate toilet for added convenience.
The expansive hallway offers generous storage, while a separate office or fifth bedroom provides flexibility for working from home, hobbies or study. Internal-access double garaging ensures everyday practicality and seamless living.

Outdoors, the property is fully fenced with post-and-rail boundaries and includes a designated paddock for pets and four-legged friends. Roof water catchment, an easement for bore water access and septic services ensure functionality complements the lifestyle. Established trees enhance the setting, while the largely blank canvas invites you to further personalise the grounds with additional shedding, a pool or studio, you choose.

An exceptional lifestyle awaits in a location that perfectly balances rural tranquility with everyday convenience. Positioned just minutes from Cambridge town centre, the property enjoys easy access to sought-after schooling, boutique cafés and a wide range of amenities. With Lake Karapiro and the Cambridge Velodrome nearby, the setting also supports an active and rewarding lifestyle.

A property designed for connection, comfort and country ease, this is your opportunity to shape the next chapter in Cambridge. Come and experience the lifestyle for yourself.

Listing ID: 43012413

Perfect entry into lifestyle living

A superb lifestyle opportunity just 15 minutes from Mangawhai Village.

Set on 3.367 hectares (more or less), this north‑facing property offers a thoughtfully designed three‑bedroom, two‑bathroom home, proudly built by respected local builders Stylish Homes. Light‑filled open‑plan living connects seamlessly to the outdoors, while excellent separation between the master suite and additional bedrooms ensures comfort and privacy for all. A versatile sleepout adds extra space for guests, hobbies or a dedicated work‑from‑home setup.

Outside, the lifestyle benefits continue with an established orchard, productive vegetable gardens, fenced paddocks and stockyards—ideal for families wanting room for ponies, first‑time lifestyle buyers, or those looking to downsize without compromising space or rural living.

Located in a peaceful country setting, you’re close to everything that makes Mangawhai special: popular cafés, boutique shopping, the iconic Mangawhai Tavern, stunning surf and estuary beaches, the golf course, markets and walking tracks. Enjoy quiet rural living with all the attractions of Mangawhai right within reach.

Listing ID: 43012568

Great lifestyle starter

Located just 12km from Morrinsville, this compact lifestyle property boasts great views of Mt Te Aroha and the surrounding countryside.

The 3-bedroom Lockwood home offers a warm and inviting space with wood burner and wetback to ensure a comfortable winter while helping keep your hot water bill down.

The property is divided into three paddocks, perfect for grazing or simply enjoying the open space. Water supply is via roof water collection supported by a bore. Practical infrastructure includes a carport and two garden sheds, one with a concrete floor.

Located just a short drive from Morrinsville, this property has the charm of country living while remaining within easy reach of schools, services and amenities. Whether you are looking to grow your own produce or simply enjoy the fresh air and open outlook, come and check it out.

Listing ID: 43012594

Lifestyle living with smarter structure

Deadline Sale - 1pm, Wed 22 Apr 2026 (unless sold prior)

This 5.3388 hectare Tuahiwi lifestyle property offers flexibility and scale, with two titles, plus the option to lease a further adjacent 1.5180 hectares stream-side setting, enhanced by established native planting, upgraded fencing and a natural waterway.

Established native planting along the eastern boundary, recently upgraded fencing, and a free-flowing waterway bring added dimension to the landscape, balancing natural character with practical structure from the outset.

Built by Feutz & Goldsmith Builders, the 283sqm residence is formed in solid brick and softened by timber gables, bay windows and a neutral interior palette, offering a traditional profile that sits easily in its surroundings and leaves room for the next owner to revise the design in their own time.

A U-shaped kitchen with a walk-in pantry and open views across the land sets the course for the open-plan living zone, where a dining area, lounge, study zone, twin window seats and a log burner build comfort and capability into the layout.

A separate formal lounge adds further flexibility to the floor plan, with its feature skylight drawing in natural light, while sliding doors extend the living options outdoors to the verandah.

The accommodation line-up begins with three double bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a master en-suite, before a fourth room extends the brief as a study or additional bedroom.

A separate laundry keeps the working end of the home in order, the heat transfer system extends the reach of the log burner, vegetable gardens bring self-sufficiency into the mix, and internal-access double garaging with ample off-street parking keep the functional side equally well supplied.

Pairing rural space with easy access to Rangiora, Kaiapoi and Christchurch, this Tuahiwi lifestyle property rounds out with location on its side and opportunity in the land.

*Boundary lines are indicative only*
More information: www.propertyfiles.co.nz/5530041

Listing ID: 43012810

Hatuma Heights - Premium elevated sections

Positioned in the highly sought-after Hatuma Road area, these two newly available sections present an outstanding opportunity to secure your place in a premium location. Set on elevated sites, each section enjoys a commanding outlook with the potential for expansive rural views and all-day sun—an ideal canvas to design and build your dream home. With power already available at the boundary, much of the groundwork is in place, allowing you to focus on bringing your vision to life.
A set of simple covenants are in place to protect and enhance the quality of the surrounding environment and to maintain the integrity and long-term value of the area, giving buyers confidence in their investment. Opportunities like this in such a desirable location are increasingly rare—secure one, or both, and create something truly special.
Lot 1 (16): 2522sqm
Lot 2 (18): 2635sqm
Enquiries over $280,000 per section

Listing ID: 43015265

Plaster Over Brick Country Elegance

Set against a picturesque rural backdrop, this exceptional lifestyle property delivers a refined balance of elegance, comfort, and modern design—perfectly tailored for those seeking space, privacy, and convenience without compromise.

Constructed in 2005 and extensively renovated to a high standard, the 260sqm (more or less) plaster over brick residence with schist detailing showcases a cohesive blend of timeless country charm and contemporary sophistication. Elevated to capture sweeping rural vistas, the home’s kitchen, living areas, and primary suite all enjoy uninterrupted views across the surrounding landscape.

Step inside and immediately appreciate the sense of scale, with beautifully proportioned living spaces enhanced by striking high ceilings and an abundance of natural light. The heart of the home is a thoughtfully redesigned kitchen—sleek and modern in execution, complemented by warm timber accents that soften the aesthetic and create an inviting central hub for everyday living and entertaining.

Indoor-outdoor connection is achieved via bifold doors that open to a sheltered entertaining courtyard, complete with an inbuilt fountain—an idyllic setting for alfresco dining or quiet relaxation. Beyond, the grounds unfold into a private, resort-style environment, featuring a stunning inground pool positioned to maximise both sun and outlook. Rolling lawns are complimented by manicured hedges and trees - space for kids and pets to enjoy.

Accommodation is generous, with four well-appointed bedrooms. The primary suite offers a tiled ensuite, walk-in wardrobe, and direct access to a tranquil, Japanese-inspired courtyard garden. The family bathroom echoes the same design quality, with tiled finishes and a cohesive, modern aesthetic. A dedicated laundry and double internal access garage add to the home’s functionality.

Set on 5,990sqm (more or less), the property also includes a substantial three-bay, over-height shed—ideal for trades, storage, or recreational use—enhancing the versatility of this outstanding offering.

Positioned between Te Awamutu and Cambridge, and just 9km (approximately) to Te Awamutu, the location provides easy access to excellent schooling and key amenities, while maintaining the peace and privacy of rural living.

This is a property where lifestyle and location align effortlessly—offering space to breathe, room to grow without compromising on all the benefits of urban living.

Listing ID: 43015481

Secure One of Four Darfield Lifestyle Sections

Positioned on the edge of the thriving township of Darfield, these well located lifestyle sections offer the perfect balance of rural living with convenient access to Christchurch only a short commute away.

Darfield continues to grow in popularity as a sought after rural community, attracting those looking to escape the pace of city life and embrace a more peaceful, spacious lifestyle without sacrificing essential amenities.

Now available for purchase are four premium lifestyle sections situated on McLaughlin's Road, on the desirable western edge of Darfield. The subdivision is well advanced, with resource consent already granted. Construction works are scheduled to commence in the coming months, with titles expected to be issued by early Spring.

Each section will feature its own connection to water, power, and fibre complemented by attractive post and rail fencing along access ways, please note, buyers will be required to install their own septic system.

With minimal covenants in place, these sections offer flexibility to design and build a home that suits your vision, while preserving the surrounding picturesque rural outlook. Privately positioned down a secluded driveway, these sites provide both privacy and tranquillity.

Opportunities of this calibre, combining location, land size, and future potential, are seldom available. We anticipate strong interest from buyers seeking to secure their place in this increasingly desirable area.

Lot 1 - 4,620m² + access
Lot 2 - 4,638m² + access
Lot 3 - 4,502m² + access
Lot 4 - 6,356m² + access

Listing ID: 43016813

Private country retreat

Escape to your own piece of paradise with this beautifully positioned brick home, perfectly designed for those seeking space, privacy, and relaxed country living.

Set back from the road down a picturesque concrete, tree lined driveway, this property offers peace, privacy, and attractive rural views on approximately 3,600sqm (more or less) - giving you all the benefits of lifestyle living without the burden of large paddocks.

Inside, the home is warm, welcoming, and filled with natural light. The open plan and sunny living spaces create an inviting hub for everyday living, complemented by a second lounge for added flexibility. With three bedrooms plus a dedicated office, there's room for families, guests, or working from home.

Practical features are well covered with a double internal access garage and a substantial three-bay, fully lockable 10m x 7m shed - ideal for all the toys, tools, or extra storage.

Outdoors, you'll find plenty of space to further enhance your lifestyle - whether it's adding a veggie garden, keeping chickens, or creating additional storage. This is manageable lifestyle living at its best.

The property is serviced by a reliable rainwater supply, with a new 30,000 litre tank, UV filtration system, and domestic pump ensuring quality water year-round.

Perfectly located midway between Matamata and Tirau, and centrally positioned to Hamilton, Tauranga, and Rotorua, the location offers both convenience and a peaceful rural setting.

Waiting on issue of title. This is your opportunity to secure a quality lifestyle property in a sought-after location.

Space, privacy, and lifestyle - all the boxes are ticked here. Don't miss your chance to make it yours.

Note: House area is approximate - waiting on issue of title.

Listing ID: 43016958

A grand lifestyle opportunity

Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
1pm, Thu 16 Apr 2026

Discover a home where space, style, and functionality come together effortlessly. Covering approximately 324sqm, this impressive residence has been thoughtfully designed by combining two homes into one, creating a versatile and spacious living environment.

Inside, a beautifully appointed designer kitchen sits at the heart of the home, featuring premium finishes and an open-plan design ideal for entertaining. The dining and living areas connect seamlessly, offering a warm and inviting space for both everyday living and special occasions, while a separate lounge provides a quiet place to relax.

The master bedroom serves as a private retreat, complete with a luxurious ensuite and an expansive walk-in wardrobe. A second double bedroom is supported by a modern family bathroom. Adding to the home's flexibility is a self-contained two-bedroom flat within the home, complete with its own kitchen and bathroom/laundry-perfect for extended family, guests, or independent living.

Everyday convenience is well catered for with a separate laundry, mudroom, dedicated dog room, and a built-in study. Generous storage throughout and an internal access double garage further enhance practicality.

Set on approximately 4.6865 hectares, the property is well-suited for lifestyle living. It features a garden shed, woodshed, three-bay barn, and a large four-bay shed (9m deep) with two lockable bays. Equestrian facilities include two horse boxes, a feed room, tack room, a 60m x 20m arena, and 11 paddocks, each with water troughs.

Located between West Melton and Rolleston, this property offers peaceful rural living with the convenience of being just a short 20-minute drive to the city and airport.

This is a rare opportunity to secure a property that truly has it all-space, flexibility, and lifestyle.

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Listing ID: 43017026

Exceptional Property With Unmatched Views - 50ha

Discover a one of a kind lifestyle property that brings together breathtaking scenery, exceptional infrastructure and modern living in a truly rare offering. Positioned to capture outstanding panoramic views across the mountains and the Pacific Ocean, this property delivers a lifestyle that discerning buyers will instantly appreciate and all only 12 minutes from downtown Timaru.
Step inside the tastefully presented three bedroom, one bathroom home built in 2015 and showcased in the NZ House & Garden and Essence magazines. Featuring an open plan kitchen, dining and living area with seamless flow to a large, sun soaked deck ensures effortless entertaining while taking in sweeping vistas. A feature entrance and full concrete driveway lead to the home, where a serviced second building site - with architectural plans for an impressive 500m2 luxury residence - offers exciting potential for future development.
A major highlight is the extensive infrastructure seldom found in lifestyle properties. A near new 16x32m Clearspan shed provides uninterrupted space ideal for machinery, workshop needs, or commercial pursuits. Complementing this is a 12x20m hangar perfectly suited to aviation enthusiasts or those requiring significant storage capacity. Adjacent to the home, is a robust precast four car garage complex including a lockable room and a separate toilet facility for added convenience.
Nature lovers will value the extensive native plantings that are attracting native bird life, with 0.88ha registered in the ETS scheme. The property is well supported by three units of Downlands water and nine 30,000L tanks - five servicing stock water and four dedicated to household supply. A consented irrigation bore, complete with telemetry, is currently irrigating the front of the property.
Further features include a comprehensive set of cattle yards and original deer handling facilities, adding versatility and functionality for farming livestock, equine animals or stud stock.
This is a truly unique and special offering - an exceptional lifestyle package combining significant shedding, aviation capability, modern living and stunning natural surroundings. Properties of this calibre rarely come to market and will undoubtedly appeal to buyers seeking a bespoke lifestyle with room to grow.

Plus GST (if any)
Deadline Private Treaty closes 1.00pm Thursday 30 April 2026

Listing ID: 43017469

Lifestyle supreme in Tara Crest

Tara Crest is celebrated for its privileged position amid some of Mangawhai's most captivating scenery. With only a select few neighbouring residences, this exceptional property enjoys both location and an ever-changing natural backdrop.

Privately positioned, this enchanting home enjoys an elevated, north facing site of 1.35 hectares (more or less).

Designed to honour its remarkable surroundings, the home's open-plan living area is a triumph of light and aspect. Expansive windows and doors have been positioned to frame views in every direction, creating seamless visual connections to the landscape beyond. The crisp Hamptons-inspired aesthetic blends modern sophistication with warmth, enhanced by plantation shutters and elegant ceiling fans. Pitched ceilings add architectural drama, whilst Caesarstone benchtops and an oversized island anchor the kitchen in style. A spectacular picture window at the end of the room transforms the outdoors into a living artwork.

An office or study is conveniently located off the main living zone, whilst beyond this lies a versatile second lounge, currently configured as a media room but could easily be a sixth bedroom, offering flexibility for families of all stages. A powder room and well equipped laundry showcase quality tiling and hardware, proving that even functional spaces here are crafted with care.

A wide hallway leads to five generous double bedrooms, each light-filled and offering ample storage. The family bathroom features a clever, highly practical layout and the master suite provides a peaceful retreat, complete with an ensuite boasting both a bath and a spacious walk-in shower. Throughout the home, a calming neutral palette creates a sense of understated elegance.

Most rooms link to the extensive sun-drenched deck, creating a natural extension of the living space. The deck grants access to a fabulous 9x4 metre heated swimming pool, the perfect place for barbecues, kids playing and friends lounging.

Step down to the manicured lawns and wander through landscaped gardens, where clusters of New Zealand natives provide texture and form and Flame Trees in bloom deliver seasonal brilliance. Beyond the boundary, a shared residents' bush block offers an array of walking tracks to explore and enjoy.

With a double internal access, garage, carport, ample off-street parking, space for a shed and excellent under-house storage, this refined lifestyle retreat promises fulfilment for the discerning buyer. To truly appreciate the scenery and serenity on offer, a personal viewing is highly recommended.

Listing ID: 43017599

Avocado income with lifestyle living

Positioned on a quiet rural road just 15 minutes from the Gisborne CBD, 42 Ferry Road offers a superb lifestyle opportunity combined with a productive avocado orchard in the heart of the East Coast’s highly regarded kiwifruit and horticulture region.

The property features a well-established mixed-age planting of Hass avocado trees, with the most recent block planted in 2020. The orchard has been well maintained, with trees pruned and positioned to support strong production in the years ahead. Free-draining soils, natural and established shelter, and a good-sized implement shed all contribute to the orchard’s ongoing performance. A bore provides a reliable water source suitable for lifestyle-scale use.

Complementing the orchard is a spacious four-bedroom bungalow-style home of approximately 290sqm, offering two generous living areas, a well-appointed kitchen, and ample room for family living. Set amongst established grounds with expansive lawns and space for children to play, the home provides comfortable and practical rural living.

Fully fenced and surrounded by quality horticultural properties, this attractive lifestyle orchard presents options to continue the current avocado operation or explore further horticultural potential. With the popular Bushmere Arms nearby and Gisborne city just a short drive away, the location offers an ideal balance of convenience and peaceful rural living.

The vendors invite your inspection of this appealing lifestyle and income opportunity.

Tender (unless sold prior)
4pm, Wednesday 29 April 2026
Bayleys, 10 Reads Quay, Gisborne

Listing ID: 43017615

Lifestyle Living with Income Potential

Located on 4.88 hectares and only 4km from Amberley, this well sheltered lifestyle property offers privacy and potential.
The land is flat with fertile soils making it suitable for a variety of agricultural/horticultural or lifestyle uses.
Water is provided to two, well-fenced paddocks from the County Scheme plus a well. The paddocks are currently sown down with a special hay mix (Rye grass, cocksford, red and white clover).
The three-bedroom home consists of a light filled, open plan, kitchen/breakfast area with log burner, large sitting/dining room with open fire, full length windows opening onto the veranda (patio).
The main bedroom has an en suite, full-length windows/door opening to the outside.
Family bathroom has shower over bath, heated towel rail, vanity with cupboards large mirror, extractor fan etc.
There is excellent storage throughout the house.
The front door, which opens into the hall, and double garage are accessed by a lovely stone wall gravelled courtyard with fig trees, camellias and roses.
Tucked away in the garden is a two-bedroom cottage. It has a sitting room, galley kitchen with sink, fridge cupboards etc, bathroom with shower over bath, vanity and toilet. Large deck out the front and a lovely cherry tree! This cottage can be used for extended family, guests or extra income.
The property also has a large workshop with studio above, a railway carriage and hen house. An extensive orchard with apples, apricots, pears, peaches, plums, berries, currants, feijoas, walnuts etc, a garden shed and large fenced rabbit proof vegetable garden.

This is a very special property with beautiful rural views, amazing sunsets, birdlife (over 25 different species counted in the garden) and so quiet it is hard to believe that it is only 40 minutes from an international airport and the largest city in the South Island. Amberley is just down the road and has all the amenities - medical centre, supermarket, sports clubs (golf, tennis, bridge, cricket, rugby, bowls) to name a few, heated swimming pool, gym, cafes, shops, Farmlands, PGG, Saturday morning Framers Market, Amberley Beach and Rangiora not far away. Close by are many Vineyards offering meals and wine tasting, Hanmer Springs with hot pools, skiing at Amuri, Mt Lyford and Mt Hutt ski fields, jet boating and further afield Whale Watching at Kaikoura.

Contact Maria or Ruby to view this lifestyle property

Listing ID: 43017893

Sale by court order

Tender closing 2pm, Wed 29 Apr 2026 (will not be sold prior), Bayleys Ruapehu, 16 Goldfinch Street, Ohakune.

This is a sale by court order under the provisions of the Local Government (Rating) Act 2002, conducted by the Registrar of the High Court of New Zealand at Tauranga.

Situated in Waimiha, this lifestyle section is located on Ongarue Stream Road and is approximately 50kms from Taumarunui. There are no covenants on the title.

• Fee Simple title
• Rateable Value (RV): $195,000
• Land area: 2.5214ha (more or less)

Please note: Bayleys cannot guarantee the information provided is accurate. The property will be sold without vendor warranties. Buyers are advised to conduct their own due diligence.

NB: Property information sourced from REINZ.