291 North Road, Clevedon, Manukau

Waterfront lifestyle park

Blending the best elements of urban access with sprawling country space, one spectacular lifestyle property on Clevedon's northeast is a pure Antipodean paradise.

Steeped in history, an original Victorian homestead from 1890 has been meticulously refurbished for the discerning, featuring five bedrooms plus a home office and sun-soaked living spaces.

Immediately impressive from the winding driveway and porte cochére, with a wraparound veranda facing north above the Wairoa River, the estate is a statement in countryside grandeur, spanning 15 hectares with a swimming pool, tennis court and purpose-built equestrian facilities.

Mature trees sway in gentle breeze beyond French doors to both formal and informal living areas where French Oak timber flooring and a modern farmhouse kitchen create a warm feeling for the heart of the home.

A masterful use of space separates the large and lofty primary suite from a guest/children's wing, with every element considered with the most selective eye - from the claw foot bathtub to light fittings, plush carpet and one-of-a-kind wall detailing throughout.

Separate from the primary residence, a self-contained two-bedroom cottage is ideal for staff or visiting family and friends.

Even the southeastern boundary harbours a beautiful secret, with a bush track to the gleaming Wairoa River and boat access to the Hauraki Gulf at high tide.

Perfectly positioned north of the charming Clevedon village, the suburb is connected and affluent, with spectacular natural attractions on the doorstep. Duder Regional Park, the Hunua Ranges and Kawakawa Bay are easy weekend jaunts, while connectivity to central hubs in Manukau and Auckland's CBD provide services, schooling, and a reminder of the coveted country ambience awaiting at home.

Described as ‘magic' by our reluctant sellers, this incomparable property stands alone amongst a community of spectacular homes, offering the next generation of ownership a phenomenal lifestyle proposition that typifies the Kiwi dream.