Sprawling across its own private peninsula, one of New Zealand’s most distinguished estates has become available. This is an offering of unmatched opportunity for astute buyers, with previous pricing disregarded due to the change in the market.

“We’ve had approaches by parties from here and overseas, some who have been interested in the area for a long time and some who have previously looked at the property before. Now with the price meeting market it’s sparked their interest again, and they are keen to throw their hat in the ring” says Bayleys salesperson Roi Smith-Iri.

At the centrepiece of the 26.63 hectare estate is a magnificent 1,951sqm residence. The five-bedroom six bathroom home has been crafted with meticulous detail, and offers sweeping 360-degree views of tranquil inlets, winding rivers, the harbour, and the vast Pacific Ocean.

Designed and built by a retired British couple, it was completed in 2010 and was thought to be one of the most expensive residential constructions in the country at the time. “This was definitely a passion piece for the previous owners and was a constantly moving bit of artwork. They were always talking to the architect and the plan was often evolving to reach the best and most beautiful outcome.”

Both grand in scale and design the breathtaking property was constructed from carefully sourced materials including South Island schist, native kauri and rimu, and Chinese granite. Featuring half metre-thick concrete walls, a highly skilled stonemason spent nearly five years intricately hand carving them.

“Even the beautiful wooden doors were customised and built on site giving the home character and a coastal feel. The wonderful part of this property is that every piece of material has an origin and a story to tell.”

Upon entering the stunning home, guests are welcomed into a grand atrium. Expansive living areas, each akin to a private residence, open onto sun-drenched terraces, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

“Each individual beam is the equivalent of one tree, which really speaks to the scale of the house.”

“But even though it’s big, the more you go there the more homely it feels. It’s grand but never feels empty and the placement of everything has been thought out.”

Additionally, the property comes complete with indoor parking for eight cars, a theatre and 180sqm conference room.

A circular stairway and internal elevator provide access to three extensive areas from where guests can soak in the panoramic views. A heated salt-water pool and spa elevated above the waterways has extensive landscaping with native and exotic planting.

Beyond the primary dwelling, the estate includes another three-bedroom property and a four-bedroom waterfront home as well a charming one-bedroom guest cottage/office, and multiple farm buildings.

“There’s views from everywhere and potential sites for subdivision, giving even more opportunity to take it to another level entirely.”

What once used to farm ostriches, llamas, alpacas and longhorn cattle just six grazing heifers remain on the estate’s eight paddocks. The land now offers a blank canvas for its next custodian to turn their dreams into reality.

“The possibilities are endless. Use it as a private retreat, an elite lodge, a corporate hideaway, wedding venue, a wellness yoga retreat, a luxury lodge or a high-end film production site. There are so many options for this magnificent piece of real estate.”

With the land’s origins dating back to the pre-1860’s, the site is drenched in history and was where the popular Ngunguru Hotel once stood before it was destroyed by fire in the 1920s.

“It was important for the vendors to preserve some of that history and made an effort to protect Cape Horn Cemetery to ensure the ongoing historical and environmental elements of the land.”

The cherry on top of the stunning property is the surrounding native bushland that frames the picturesque walking trails and the private jetty boat ramp that provides direct estuary access.

Just five minutes from the Tutukaka Coast, 30 minutes from Whangarei and around two-and-a-half hours from Auckland, the estate offers the perfect blend of seclusion, privacy and accessibility.