Bay of Plenty, Western Bay Of Plenty

157, 159F, 159G Te Puna Road, Te Puna

7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms,

Laden with top quality Sungold and Hayward fruit in Tauranga's highly regarded horticulture belt, the family owners of the Richmond and Glasshouse Orchard have demonstrated outstanding husbandry over the past 20 years with the property very well presented and maintained, and offering a great location, fertile soils and sub-tropical climate; the kiwifruit is thriving. Set back from the road with privacy assured, the 10.4558ha (more or less) property is in three titles but offered for sale as a whole. Suited to the serious grower, this low altitude orchard comprises 2.65 can/ha Hayward, 3.54 can/ha Sungold G3 and a further 0.35 ha three year old seedlings ready to graft. The majority of the orchard is double planting layout, well spaced to admit light and for effective harvesting. Two trunk girdles are completed seasonal on the vines promoting higher taste levels.With tidy mature hedging sheltering the orchard, manual/automated as well as wind frost protection equipment, full irrigation and water stations, sound pergola structures and 80 percent of the orchard converted to Agbeam, all the hard work has been done. The orchards are serviced by two main water sources; 2 x 60,000 litre water tanks and a deep well bore. Power backup is from a 50kw generator, but is rarely used. There's ample shedding next to the loadout yard. The 129m2 double bay implement shed has lockable roller doors, a concrete floor, three phase power supply and houses the frost protection system; perfect for storing orchard machinery and equipment. An additional 72m2 five bay open lean-to provides further room for bin storage at harvest. An owner, manager and orchard staff could be housed in the staff accommodation or the two three bedroom homes onsite or rent for potential income. Latest rental appraisals estimate $55,900-$59,540 per annum total rental. Sale includes crop proceeds 2017/2018. Property will be sold plus GST (if any), cannot be sold prior to Auction.

Waikato, Waikato

105 Ohinewai North Road, Ohinewai

After three generations and strong ties to the land this unique offering is a rare opportunity! With a superb location, ten titles and all flat contour the development potential for a diverse future is an appealing prospect. This 81 hectare property is aesthetically appealing and located near the Ohinewai interchange on the Waikato expressway and is positioned perfectly to take advantage of the expanding access corridor between Hamilton and Auckland. Numerous titles are a tempting feature with lifestyle development a good proposition, viewpoints of the Waikato River and ease of access via the no exit road, should allow for simple planning. An underpass also allows for ease of stock movement through the race system to all farm paddocks.In its current configuration the dairy operations have been the backbone of the farm, with 200 cows being milked through a 16 ASHB shed. The average production over the last three seasons is 61,535kgs of milk solids. Production has been achieved with 4 hectares of Lucerne and 50 bales of grass silage grown on farm with 50 tonne of PKE purchased. A good array of implement shedding includes an excellent 10 bay O'neil half round barn, quality 3 bay garaging and further infrastructure that complement the property overall. There are 4 modest dwellings, with the main home built in the early 1900's, the character weatherboard home has had areas renovated and has a lovely open plan living, that opens out to a sunny decked area. Two of the homes are currently being rented. A strong characteristic of the property is the all flat contour with sandy loam soils being free draining and fertile which would lend themselves to a vast range of horticultural cropping or even equestrian style options. Water is supplied by both a farm well and via a pump on the stop bank lease which draws from the Waikato River. A good portion of the boundary fencing has quality 7 wire post and batten with a mix permanent and 2-3 wire electrics as internals. With an eye on the future, this incredible property could support current stocking and financial stability allowing time to develop and critique its most likely outcome.

Waikato, South Waikato

102 Parapara Road, Tirau

5 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 4 car parks,

49 hectare dairy unit located just minutes from the trendy town of Tirau on a quiet country road. This quality property is presented to the market in prime condition, contour is predominantly flat to gentle rolling with fertile ash soils complimented by a strong level of farm infrastructure. The farm supplies Fonterra, currently milking around 140 cows with production levels up to 57,155 kilograms of milk solids. The property is well fenced and subdivided, easily managed with access via a well-designed all weather race system leading to a very tidy 12 aside cowshed. The farm offers an excellent range of sundry buildings offering ample room for calf rearing, workshop duties and storage requirements. There's a beautifully maintained and presented spacious five bedroom brick homestead, perfectly positioned on an elevated site offering grandstand views of the surrounding countryside. Bore water is reticulated around the farm with troughs in every paddock while effluent is sprayed on pastures via underground lines with strategically placed hydrants to the travelling irrigator If you are big on lifestyle, you will love the properties central location with an easy 40 to 60 minute commute to Taupo, Tauranga, Rotorua and Hamilton plus a short 10 to 15 minute drive to both Matamata and Putaruru for all those essential services. With the vibrant little township of Tirau literally on your doorstep you will find, the local primary school, tennis club, private swimming pool and golf course plus a range of speciality shops and a number of quality cafes.This versatile property offers plenty of options, high-performance dairy support, equine, continue to dairy or provides a perfect opportunity to ease a retiring farmer away from a larger holding.Here's a brilliant opportunity for a discerning purchaser to secure a prime parcel of South Waikato real estate. View at the Open Days

Waikato, Matamata-Piako

415 Top Road, Patetonga

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car parks,

This 51 hectare unit north of Morrinsville on Top Road presents a great opportunity to get your foot into the dairy market or a project to further develop this already established unit.Milking 160 cows the unit has supplied Fonterra a three year average of 48,329kgMS from the 13 aside dairy shed, with a 160-cow circular yard. Good support buildings are in tow and include a three bay implement shed, a disused cowshed with lean-to, plus a functional set of yards and loading race.A bore at 60m reticulates water through and the effluent system comprises of a large concrete holding sump and a travelling irrigator covering approximately 12 hectares. Land is flat to gentle in contour bound by a combination of fencing and 70 bales (10 SBE) of silage were made on for the past season, with a further 100 bales being brought in. The 1970's dwelling is a spacious three bedroom, which is situated well back from the road and is slightly elevated in position. Complete with open living, master with ensuite, a wetback fire and double internal access garaging this home is all your family needs.Patetonga is a rural community midway between Ngatea and Morrinsville townships which are both under 30 minutes' drive north or south. The immediate area offers motor cross and speedway facilities, plus benefits from a popular cafe and convenience store. Kaihere offers early childhood and primary schooling, whilst secondary schooling is on offer at Hauraki Plains College.This property is a very well set up unit and simple to operate, it has potential to improve production - Owners want this sold!

Waikato, Waipa

32 Swayne Road, Cambridge

7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car parks,

This grand Queenslander styled family home is situated on a large residential section, centrally located to all levels of schooling, and only 2km form the Cambridge town hall.The large 349m2 low maintenance family home offers seven bedrooms and three bathrooms. All bathrooms have been modernised with two of the bedrooms having their own ensuite. A generous sized kitchen offers a wonderful space to entertain family and friends, the large open plan space consists of an open fire, bi-folding doors onto a fabulous wrap around veranda, and another woodburner fire with wetback, from the kitchen you can converse with anybody in this space.The bedrooms have been uniquely decorated in a modern country theme. If you have young children they will love the kid's playroom or maybe a second lounge to relax and unwind. The super size laundry or mudroom, is accessible past the internal access double garage, there is enough room here for extra storage. Undoubtedly one of the key features to this wonderful home is the generous size section it sits upon, there is infrastructure in place to easily subdivide the back into at least three sections. This property offers such a unique opportunity to develop the property in many different ways, with the high school across the road, the town of Champions inspires.Call me now to find out more.

Waikato, South Waikato

240 Arapuni Road, Putaruru

79.7-hectare dairy unit (in two titles) situated just 5 minutes from Putaruru, supplying Fonterra with a milking herd of around 215 cows and comes with production levels in excess of 70,000 kilograms of milk solids. Currently operating a simple all grass feeding system, a change in management offers incoming purchasers genuine and immediate production potential. While the contour is mixed, this picturesque farm is predominately flat to gentle rolling and comes with strong ash soils, good fertiliser history and strong clean pastures. Good subdivision and a well-designed raced system leading to a very tidy 24 aside cowshed complete with automatic cup removers makes management a breeze. A usual range of farm building caters for calf rearing, storage requirements and workshop duties with the farm's accommodation coming in the form of a comfortable three bedroom brick home nicely position on an elevated site with views over the farm.Purchasers will benefit from the recent upgrades to the milk cooling system and to effluent, a new lined 90-day storage pond with construction due to commence any day.This very tidy and well-farmed unit will represent a great buy in a great location.The vendor's decision to sell offers a perfect opportunity for a first farm buyer or for those existing farmers seeking to expand their property portfolio whether it's an additional dairy unit or dairy support, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss,

Auckland, Franklin

353 Front Miranda Road, Miranda

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom,

Here is your chance to get your hands on 62 hectares of prime, flat and fertile grazing or beef fattening land. Currently used to fatten dairy replacements as well as a cut and carry operation this property will be an asset to your existing dairy unit or as a standalone block. Functional support shedding includes three implement sheds, one haybarn and an excellent set of stock yards. Water is supplied via three council metres and is reticulated through 25mm mains waterlines, plus the block is bound by a combination of seven wire and two to three wire electric fencing.Well-maintained grounds surround the 1950's home which has been lovingly renovated throughout. Inside, the home presents three spacious bedrooms and year round comforts such as a heat pump and insulation top and bottom. A one and a half car Skyline garage is a practical addition.This is an ideal seaside location with fishing, bird watching, hot pools and bush walks all within your rural neighbourhood. Also for the keen cyclist, the newly developed Hauraki Cycle Trail is right at your doorstep. Waitakaruru has a great primary school and the property is in zone for Hauraki Plains College in Ngatea which is a 16 kilometre drive. Ngatea also offers most every day requirements with good sporting facilities, a Four Square and great caf?s, while a further 12 kilometres away is Thames for additional amenities. Just an 86 kilometre drive from downtown Auckland, this property seems a world away, and yet so close to New Zealand?s largest commercial centre.This is a well-laid out support property offering scope for many business ventures, plus you can wake up to that ?holiday feeling? every morning - get in quick with this one!

Waikato, Matamata-Piako

189 Gould Road, Te Aroha

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3 car parks,

This 71 hectare dairy unit is located on Te Aroha's doorstep. A very well set up quality unit which is a dream to operate. The contour is all flat with good race system to all 47 paddocks with sandy loam and silty soils.The well located 18 aside dairy has AHI pulsators and variable speed milk lift pump. It has a PattonPak chiller unit with heat recovery system connected to the hot water cylinder.Around 240 cows are milked with production average of 93,243kgMS and best of 97,731kgMS (2016/17). Calves are on until the 1st of May when heifers return. Supplementary feed consists of baled grass silage and chicory grown on farm with PKE bought in.The farm water is sourced from a bore with a Temple Water Treatment system and a Dosatron 8000 in-line dispenser. Variation 6 has been granted for 256 cows at 70 litres. The main water lines are 32mm alkathene with a loop system and 20/25mm laterals with troughs in all paddocks.The effluent system has a sump with a pump at the dairy with underground plumbing and hydrants covering approximately 16 hectares via a Ecostream travelling irrigator. There is a 32mx18m clay lined pond from which a PTO pump is used to irrigate back through effluent lines covering the 16 hectares.Fertiliser has been applied consistently with 7-8 tonne Phased N and 24.3 tonne of Serpentine Super 7K last season. The support buildings adjacent to the dairy include a large 18mx9m implement shed, 4 bay (14mx12m) calf shed, lean-to adjacent to the dairy shed plus a gable implement workshop with concrete floor and power. The property has a bobby calf loading facility off the calf shed. A 30 tonne concrete fert/PK bin, with sliding roof, is located in the tanker loop for ease of truck access.Included in the sale are the Dosatron 8000 dispenser, drench pump with hoses and guns, Numedic teat spray unit, mobile AB platform, Genelec PTO driven generator (which can drive the dairy shed when power is down), diesel tank on stand and two calf milk vats with chiller units.The main dwelling is a lovely four bedroom brick home built in 2008. Beautifully set in easy care yet private surrounds, the house features open plan living and dining, spacious family room, separate lounge, office and master ensuite. An internal access triple garage completes the home. This is indeed a lovely family home. The second dwelling is a three bedroom brick home with separate dining and lounge and adjacent garage. This home is in great condition.This very tidy and well farmed family unit will represent a great buy in a top location. With the family exiting farming the stock and plant are all available to purchase.

Auckland, Franklin

189-193 Harrisville Road, Tuakau

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

Northland, Far North

268 Puketotara Road, Kerikeri

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 carport

Hawkes Bay, Central Hawkes Bay

260 Makaroro Road, Tikokino, Hawkes Bay

704ha diary farm

Dairy farms of this quality and scale rarely frequent the nationwide property market. Ingleton Farms is a unique offering, highlighted by superior infrastructure and proven results, set to impress on every level. * 704-hectare total property size, including a 155-hectare runoff * 584-hectares of irrigated, fertile and predominately free-draining soils * 705,000 kgMS production from 1580 peak cows * 70 bail rotary built in 2008 * Top quality irrigation system unrivalled in Hawke's Bay * Eight well-maintained dwellings * Irrigation consent through to 2035 This is a top performing, well-planned and executed dairy farm, with a solid base of assets for maintaining the already high levels of production. The astute and effective irrigation development and efficient fertiliser programme allows consistent annual production of high quality pasture. Traditional rural servicing amenities are located 15 minutes drive to either Waipukurau or Waipawa townships. This highly prized offering of scale, scope and productive performance encourages your early inspection and due diligence. For Sale by Negotiation (plus GST if any).

Waikato, South Waikato

215 State Highway 27, Tirau

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car parks,

This 22 hectare grazing block located approximately 10 minutes south of Matamata offers prime location delivering both lifestyle and income. The property has a good mix of contour from crop able flats to undulating hills, with strong ash soils and consistent fertilizer application to balance recommendations over the years has this property in great heart. Currently grazing approximately 75 dairy heifers, 30 calves and harvesting approximately 150 round bales of silage from surplus pasture on an annual basis. The block is well set up for ease of management, well raced and subdivided into 14 paddocks with water reticulated around the property from its own bore. Improvements include a near new 18m x 12m fully lockable utility shed / workshop with concrete floor and power plus a hay barn and disused cowshed.The property comes with the bonus of 2 dwellings. The main home is set well off the road for peace and privacy, the sweeping driveway leads you to an elevated plateau sited high above the surrounding farmland where you will find a spacious brick and cedar family home perfectly positioned to take full advantage of the extensive and stunning northerly views. The home was built in 2006 and features 3 bedrooms with the master bedroom having an ensuite and walk in wardrobe, office, separate lounge plus open plan kitchen dining and family area with large bi fold doors providing for a seamless indoor out door flow to large covered concrete patios providing the perfect place to relax, unwind and indulge in the spectacular view while entertaining family and friends. The second home is a comfortable three bedroom weather broad character home currently rented out providing additional income.If you big on lifestyle you will love the properties central location with an easy 40 to 50 minute commute to Tauranga and Mount Maunganui, Rotorua and Hamilton for additional employment opportunities or for all those leisure and lifestyle activities, approximately 10 to 15 minutes to both Matamata and Putaruru for all those essentials services while minutes down the road you will enjoy the trendy township of Tirau offering a range of specialty shops and cafes, local primary school and golf course.If looking for a support block to complement the larger dairy unit or for lifestyle and income in a prime location don't miss this opportunity.

Waikato, Matamata-Piako

19 Puketutu Road, Matamata

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom,

Fondly known as Tullywill, this trophy property is proudly presented to the market in top condition and enjoys contour which is flat to easy undulating with predominately free draining sandy soils. The property is well fenced and subdivided into 23 paddocks with a central access lane and a good set of stock yards makes management a breeze and a pleasure to farm. The property is complemented by a comfortable three bedroom Huntly brick home with a two room sleep out. There's an excellent range of farm buildings including two large fully lockable implement sheds both with concrete floor and power offering plenty of options for workshop space and secure storage. While currently grazing dairy heifers the possibilities for this property are wide and varied, from equine use, high performance dairy support or providing the prefect opportunity to ease a retiring farmer away from a larger holding. Over the years Tullywill has been admired by many and now offers a discerning purchaser a once in a life time opportunity to secure this prime parcel of real estate.

Waikato, Hauraki

67 Hopai East Road, Pipiroa

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom,

Situated down a no exit road, with the neighbours a fair distance away, and green paddocks all around, this is surely the best of private living. This block comprises of 16.4052ha (more or less) of flat land, a garage, a three bay half round barn, and a three bedroom home. It is a simple block with paddocks on either side, centrally raised, an absolute breeze to manage as a support block to an existing farm or turn it into your new home. It is already fenced with a mix of 3 wire standard fencing to 7 wire post and batten, and as land goes it has a multitude of uses.Sitting just off the road, with a mixture of wood and aluminium joinery is the weatherboard clad 78sqm home. This would be an ideal first place for an enthusiastic couple to renovate. There is a separate laundry to do the washing and quaint kitchen in original condition. A cosy lounge with wood burner will keep the damp out during the colder months and the added bonus of having two bathrooms makes getting ready in the morning too easy. If children are soon to be or even already in the picture then there is plenty of space with three bedrooms to easily accommodate the family. The garage is in need of renovations but shows great potential, much like the home, to be a quaint cosy place to nest.This land may seem quiet and secluded but you are not too far from the action with Ngatea a simple 5kms drive South-East. Here you will find excellent schooling, petrol stations, cafes, and a small supermarket. Enjoy the summer months with beaches at the Thames Coast and Kaiaua in opposite directions at 24.2kms and 27.9kms from your door. This land has the perfect balance of privacy and nearby amenities. Make this block your next stop!

Waikato, Matamata-Piako

204 Paratu West Road, Matamata

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom,

Offering a great opportunity to buy an entry level dairy farm of a substantial size in a solid Waikato location. Featuring 96.26 hectares (more or less) with a milking herd of 260 cows producing a three year production average of 101,000 kgMS. The 20 aside herringbone shed is set up with meal feeders and a 16 tonne silo. The farm contour is mixed with approx 40 hectares of flat and rolling lowland and 50 hectares of elevated rolling country and approx 6 hectares of steeper sidlings which is used for calf grazing. Good farm infrastructure with two hay sheds and a three bay implement shed and two silage bunkers. Dwellings include a managers three bedroom Lockwood home plus a three bedroom home complete with a two bedroom sleepout. This home is presently rented for some extra cashflow. Located 20 minutes from both Matamata and Morrinsville offers schooling and shopping options and Walton primary school and golf course nearby. After 40 years of ownership these owners are genuine retiring vendors. Making this an ideal property for the aspiring new farm buyer looking for that first step into farm ownership. Open days: From 12.30pm - Friday 10 November, Tuesday 14, 21 and 28 November. Auction 11am Thursday 7 December 2017 (unless sold prior). 96 Ulster Street, Hamilton.

Waikato, Matamata-Piako

40A Top Road, Patetonga

- Established business- Three bedroom executive home- One bedroom self-contained unit- Scenic rural outlook- Potential to increase revenueTop Notch Macadamias offers a home and business with an established macadamia orchard and processing factory. A key player in the New Zealand macadamia industry growing and processing their own nuts through to the retail sector as well as contract processing for a number of other orchards.Situated overlooking the Hauraki plains and Coromandel ranges, the property boasts a park like setting with an executive three bedroom family home nestled in the orchard.The business offers the new owner potential plus with multiple opportunities to increase revenue.

Bay of Plenty, Whakatane

801 State Highway 30, Awakeri

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 car park,

Located only a short drive from Whakatane is this well developed 14.6 hectare grazing property, which is currently used for dairy heifer grazing. The flat contour of the property is well suited for cropping or may even suit horticultural development. The property is subdivided by a nice wide central race into 24 paddocks, fencing is post and batten and Braemar water is reticulated to all paddocks.A three bedroom weatherboard home is situated near the front of the property, built in the 1950s has timber joinery and an iron roof. A single garage is situated within the same fenced section. Further improvements include two haybarns and an original six bale walk through complete with most plant. This is a unique opportunity to secure a very good piece of land in a great location that does not come to the market often, the vendor's genuine motivation requires this property to be sold.Location:Whakatane sits in the spectacular Eastern Bay of Plenty of New Zealand on the East Coast of the North Island right beside the Pacific Ocean. These warm waters are world-famous for incredible deep sea fishing and marine sports.It is an hours drive from Rotorua and Tauranga and is a thriving service centre for many surrounding districts. Whakatane is one of the three sunniest cities in New Zealand. It has one of the countries warmest climates with mild winters and long hot summers. Whakatane is also the gateway to the East Cape, and the Whakatane and Motu Rivers. Activities include jet boating, rafting, dolphin watching, game fishing, bush walks, horse treks, 4x4 tours, hunting trips, helicoptor flights or simply relaxing on the beautiful beaches. For those with an interest in the outdoors, the rugged Urewera National Park, the largest protected native forest in the North Island, provides tramping, trout fishing and deer hunting. The Whakatane District in the Eastern Bay of Plenty is one of the most diversely beautiful areas in New Zealand. Sandy beaches are predominant along the 54 kilometres of coastline that stretches from Otamarakau in the west to Ohiwa in the east. Central areas include fertile lowlands and farming areas on the Rangitaiki Plains through to Murupara. Te Urewera National Park in the south, which makes 41% of the district, is protected native forest and is home to a rich array of flora and fauna. The total area of the district covers 433,000ha or 4,442km2.

Waikato, Matamata-Piako

314 Puketutu Road, Matamata

Situated just 9 kilometres from Matamata, this quality 121 hectare (more or less) dairy farm offers a great opportunity to invest in your families' dairy farming future.This long held family farm offers all the key elements of a sound farming investment. This property offers contour that is predominately flat to rolling with strong ash soils. Regular fertilizer application to Ballance recommendations along with an established pasture renewal programme delivers strong healthy pastures ensuring the farms future productivity. The farm has been a consistent producer and has steadily grown its productive capacity achieving levels in excess of 160,000 milk solids from approximately 370 cows. This attractive property is well presented and has been maintained to a high level, is well fenced and subdivided with a wide central race making access around the farm a breeze. Incoming purchasers will benefit from recent upgrades to both water reticulation and effluent with the instillation of 100 mm unground effluent lines complete with 10 strategically placed hydrants and a new 50 mm loop line ensures an ample supply of water is reticulated around the farm. Improvements include a good 32 aside cowshed complemented with a usual range of farm buildings situated in close proximity catering for calf rearing and storage requirements. Accommodation is in the form of two comfortable three bedroom weatherboard homes. For those purchasers looking for a farming investment with proven productivity in the highly desirable Matamata area, don't miss this opportunity.

Marlborough, Marlborough

Douslins Gully Road, Havelock

Auction12pm, Friday 17 November 2017 (unless sold prior)Bayleys, 33 Seymour Street, BlenheimLocated within close proximity to Havelock township and marina and a short commute to Blenheim. 392ha held in four titles, approximately 120 hectares of productive flats with a 2,450 cubic metre/day water right. Currently successfully growing process crops, dairy support, livestock breeding/finishing, including velvet and venison production. A 2ha producing Ginkgo plantation has a lease agreement in place. The balance of the property offers hill grazing with development potential to forestry and honey production. Supported with numerous sheds and outbuildings including a four-stand wool shed, large implement shed, six bedroom homestead, a three bedroom cottage and a one bedroom cottage. With a historical 1,500mm rainfall, this multipurpose property offers significant upside and development potential. The multiple titles provide subdivision opportunities and the productive flats allow for numerous land use options.Please contact Andy Poswillo or Grant McLeod for further information.

Waikato, Waipa

160 Monckton Road, Te Awamutu

13 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 7 car parks,

It's a pleasure to find a 171 hectare (subject to survey) dairy farm that has been developed so efficiently to maximise production.The flat to rolling contour with Mairoa Ash has weathered the challenging winter season and come through with relative ease. The 46 bale rotary dairy shed forms the central hub of the farm from which the races radiate in four directions. There's an in-shed feed system and the nearby covered feed pad accommodates 700 cows. The main support sheds include two half round barns incorporating PKE bunkers, a five bay pole shed with one bay lockup and two calf sheds. There's other ancillary shedding.Currently 680 cows are milked giving an average four year production of 331,783 kilograms Milk Solids. The farm's production method is best classified as System Five and it has the infrastructure to support this. Calving was altered to autumn and spring during the 2014/2015 season allowing for two herds and year round milking.Fencing is a mix including conventional and electrics. Water is sourced from a bore near the dairy shed, in addition to a stream supply for washdown and milk cooling purposes. A chiller unit with heat recovery system supplies a separate 40,000litre concrete tank. The effluent system comprises two large unlined storage ponds with contents spread across the farm by a contractor as required.The main five bedroom dwelling is very spacious at 433sqm and has multiple living zones, triple garage with a huge workshop and an inground pool to cool off in on a hot summers day. The second home, built in 2016, is 198sqm and has four bedrooms and a double garage. The third home which has its own title is 238sqm with four bedrooms also. All dwellings are supplied with bore water.When you're ready for a day off, you'll find Lake Arapuni a great spot to take the family for fishing and other water sports. The farm is located in Parawera, just a short drive to Te Awamutu for all your supplies. Open Days: 11am-12noon, Tue 24, 31 Oct and 7 NovAuction: 11am, Thur, 16 Nov

Waikato, Matamata-Piako

169 Davidson Road, Matamata

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,

This attractive 121ha dairy unit, located in the sought-after Te Poi District, has been farmed by the same family for more than 40 years. Sited on a quiet no-exit road a mere 7km from Matamata, 'Clevelands' is an easy 35 to 45-minute commute over the Kaimai range to Tauranga and Mount Manganui, making for an ideal investment in both land and lifestyle. Land contour, which is predominately flat to easy rolling, and fertile ash soils are complemented by a strong level of farm infrastructure. The farm supplies Fonterra, and is currently milking 300 cows with production levels around 108,000 kg of milk solids from a simple all-grass feeding system. A change in management offers incoming purchasers genuine and immediate production potential, says marketing agent Sam Troughton. Solid improvements over the years make it a brilliant offering. The property is well fenced and subdivided, and easily managed with access via a well-designed race system leading to a centrally located 32-aside cowshed. In close proximity is a full range of sundry buildings offering ample room for calf rearing, workshop duties and storage requirements. Bore water is reticulated around the farm and to troughs in each paddock. Effluent is drained to a lined pond, then sprayed on paddocks from underground lines to a travelling irrigator. There's also a large duck pond surrounded by trees and fitted out with three maimai, that comes into its own come duck hunting season. Clevelands hosts two quality homes. The main four-bedroom brick homestead is nestled within manicured grounds, featuring mature specimen trees and a swimming pool. Supporting the homestead is a four-bedroom weatherboard house that has been recently been fully renovated. The dwellings offer a high standard of accommodation for both property owners and staff. Apart from three years, Clevelands has been farmed continuously by two families, which means it has many facets of history woven into its 121ha and 98 years of occupancy. It first owner, returned WW1 soldier J E Davidson, took on the scrub-covered land as a Soldiers Settlement farm. He and his family lived in a shed until their home was built, and that shed still exists, lined with packing cases that were shipped from England in 1919. They named the property Clevelands after the bride's home in England. She brought with her in her handbag an acorn from Hyde Park in London, and the oak tree that grew from it still shelters the property. They also planted four London plane trees which still survive along the driveway. They spread above hundreds of bluebells, which are a breathtakingly feature in the spring.

Coromandel, Thames-Coromandel

2326 Tairua Road, Hikuai

4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 4 car parks,

Pristine beaches, relaxed lifestyle and fast-growing values provide a fantastic opportunity to invest in this 64 hectare property in Hikuai. For the discerning, it gives a 'love to own' feel as you drive through.Currently run as a dairy unit however its future looks destined for other uses such as kiwifruit, grazing, cropping, fattening, development or a well-located lifestyle.The property is divided into three separate blocks by State Highway 25 and the Whangamata roads with a 36 hectare block gentle sloping northward onto the flats, a 24 hectare block with all the infrastructure and a four hectare block on State Highway corner. The units are connected via two underpasses. Around 56 hectares are effective with the balance in native woodlots, wetlands and sidlings. Over recent years 120 cows have been milked with production average (3 years) of nearly 33,000 kg milk solids. All young stock are carried on farm.The 10 aside dairy is older and supported by a good array of infrastructure providing implement storage and calf rearing sheds.Water is sourced from a creek and is held in a manacon then pressure reticulated around the farm to the 36 paddocks. The races are very good with permanent fencing on boundaries and mostly 2-3 wire electric internals.The dwelling is in good order with four bedrooms, two toilets and a separate kitchen, dining and lounge. Adjacent to the dwelling are two modern double garages. The setting is private with a good number of trees strategically planted around the property. Fruit and ornamentals adorn the lawns around the home.With the Coromandel Peninsula's popularity growing at a very fast pace this property is well positioned to take full advantage of that growth. With it being at the gateway to Whangamata, Tairua, Pauanui and Whitianga along with all the other tourist destinations as Hot Water Beach, Cathedral Cove and much more. An ideal opportunity to purchase a retreat from city life and enjoy all the relaxing atmosphere the Coromandel provides yet be able to access all the services one enjoys.A good number of shelter trees and nature woodlots make for an appealing outlook and the sellers have made the commitment to move on and are looking forward to their next challenge.

Waikato, Waipa

9/618 Maungatautari Road, Karapiro

You'll find this prime lifestyle site in the highly regarded Karapiro neighbourhood, a short stroll from the shores of Lake Karapiro, the Domain and International Rowing Complex. Hidden from the road and up a private driveway it offers semi-rural views and a wooded backdrop which further encourages the prolific birdlife from nearby Maungatautari Mountain.A generous building envelope has been identified which ensures you're new dwelling will sit comfortably away from the neighbouring homes for relative privacy. The contour of the site is primarily flat and the property is presently grazing a handful of sheep and cattle. The phone connection is to the boundary and a water line from the metered supply has been extended to the stock trough. Electricity is connected to the fully enclosed timber barn which also has a concrete floor and a mezzanine level. Alongside the barn are wooden stock yards and a loading ramp. External fencing is a mix of post, batten and wire as well as post and rail. The neighbourhood comprises well established lifestyle properties predominantly containing high quality residences. The appealing location provides immediate access to the lake and environs with potential for all manner of fun as well as the Te Awa walk/cycle way offering an enjoyable route alongside the lake and to Leamington. Cambridge town centre is around 10 km where you'll find secondary schools and other facilities.This lifestyle property is ideally suited to families that require an almost blank canvas on which to develop their own style of home and gardens while still having space to graze sheep, beef or a horse or two. Unit TitleCapital Value $584,000 (1 August 2016)Open Days: 11am, Sunday, 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th SeptemberAuction: 11am, Thursday, 28th September

Waikato, Waikato

Lot 2, 388 Falls Road, Waerenga

To refresh your palette and take a breather from all the chaos settle into this 8,620sqm (STS) bare block of easy contoured land. With beautiful rural views and peaceful landscapes this place will wash away your worries. Boasting a wealth of ideal building sites this northerly positioned block gives you the option of a new build with enough room left over to put a large garage, workshop, maybe even that concrete swimming pool you have always dreamed of. With a large backyard the kids will be able to enjoy the fresh air and make the most of exploring the outdoors. The Waerenga region is primarily regarded as farmland but due to recent development it is now home to many families experiencing first-hand the enjoyment of living rural. With Waerenga Primary School just 8 kilometres down the road the school run just got a lot shorter. Te Kauwhata is the local township 14 Kilometres from home where you will find a secondary school, early childhood centres, and your everyday amenities.Being so close to the cities is ideal for a multitude of reasons. Whether you want to stroll the Franklin Night Market at Pukekohe a short 40.7 kilometres north-west or to shop your Sunday away at The Base shopping centre in Hamilton 55.9 kilometres South. Commuting is a dream with Auckland Central 78.5 kilometres from your door.Beautiful views combined with a relaxing lifestyle, call today to secure this for yourself.

Hawkes Bay, Central Hawkes Bay

421 Te Kura Road, Otane

In a great location, only 30km south of Havelock North or 9km north east of the Otane township, sits this 1.4ha ( more or less) rectangular parcel of land. The mainly flat land provides an ideal building platform with an easement to the neighbours' bore water source and therefore a great start to creating your dream lifestyle property. Any number of trees or crops could be planted here. The elevated site also has power and telephone already to the roadside boundary. Covenants include no further subdivision and neighbour to give consent of building plans. The owners are out of town and this block is now surplus to their requirements. Instructions are to sell by Auction on 21 Sept 2017.