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Positioned across 2.71 hectares of picturesque Manakau countryside, this substantial lifestyle holding delivers an impressive balance of scale, privacy and outlook. Framed by established landscaping and enjoying sweeping rural and coastal views, the property offers space, versatility and a genuine sense of retreat. QV has recently undertaken a new valuation of the property, which has come back at $1,710,000. Built circa 2016, the substantial residence spans approximately 386m² and has been thoughtfully designed to accommodate relaxed everyday living, growing families and larger-scale entertaining. Five bedrooms and three bathrooms are complemented by multiple living zones, including a generous main lounge, open-plan kitchen and dining area, and a separate family or games room. At the heart of the home, the well-appointed kitchen features a walk-in pantry, breakfast bar and seamless connection to the adjoining living and outdoor entertaining areas. Whether hosting family and friends or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings, the layout provides excellent flow and flexibility. Set on an elevated platform, the home commands expansive views across rolling farmland and out towards the coastline. Generous decking and a covered patio have been carefully positioned to make the most of the outlook, creating inviting spaces for outdoor dining, entertaining or unwinding while taking in the ever-changing landscape. Surrounding the residence, established grounds and mature planting provide structure, shelter and an appealing sense of arrival. The thoughtfully considered landscaping enhances privacy around the home while maintaining open sightlines across the property and towards the wider rural and coastal landscape. The accommodation is equally well resolved. The ground-floor master suite features a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, while the additional bedrooms and a second ensuite upstairs provide flexibility for family members, teenagers or visiting guests. The home’s generous proportions and separation of spaces allow everyone to enjoy both connection and privacy. Supporting infrastructure is comprehensive. A separate double garage with a self-contained sleepout provides valuable additional accommodation, a private guest space, home office or workspace. A substantial three-bay shed, complete with a high stud and three-phase power, is well suited to vehicle or machinery storage, workshop activities or business use. Additional shedding, yards and established accessways further reinforce the property’s practical capability. The land offers a varied mix of contour, with usable grazing areas, established access and natural features that include watercourses. Water systems and onsite services are already in place to support practical and comfortable rural living. Conveniently located between Ōtaki and Levin, with straightforward access to State Highway 1, this is a considered and highly capable lifestyle property combining presence, privacy, flexibility and an exceptional outlook. Offering substantial improvements, established infrastructure and long-term appeal, it represents an opportunity to secure a truly impressive Manakau lifestyle holding.

Buyers $1,495,000+

This is where you can make it happen. Close to the beach and set on a large section, this three-bedroom home gives you the space to enjoy weekends, holidays and everyday life at your own pace. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area is warm and welcoming, with a wood burner for cooler days and a deck that really brings the home to life. It is the perfect spot for BBQs, entertaining friends and family, and making the most of long summer days. There are three spacious bedrooms, a bathroom with shower, separate toilet and laundry, while the large garage and workshop give you plenty of room for the practical stuff, hobbies and projects. Outside is where this property really opens up. The generous section gives you room for the RV, caravan, boat, extra vehicles, tents and all the things that make beach living enjoyable, without feeling cramped or restricted. This well presented home offers more than just a place to live, it gives you the space and freedom to enjoy the lifestyle. Come and see it for yourself. Make sure you get to the open home or contact me to arrange a private viewing.

Buyers $459,000+

The new-build feel. The coastal lifestyle. The price you’ve been waiting for. Built in 2023. Beautifully designed. Move-in ready. And just moments from Whitebait Creek and the Foxton Beach estuary. If you’ve been searching for a modern home that ticks all the boxes without the price tag, building stress and never-ending maintenance that can come with starting from scratch — stop scrolling. You’ve found it. Welcome to 18A Norton Street, where contemporary design meets easy coastal living — and where there’s very little left to do except unpack the boxes and put the kettle on. Step inside and the difference is immediate. Light, stylish and beautifully considered, this is a home that feels fresh, modern and effortlessly comfortable. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area is the heart of the home. The sleek kitchen pairs striking black appliances with stylish cabinetry and feature lighting, creating a space that looks fantastic and works just as well. It’s the sort of kitchen that might even make you enjoy cooking. No promises, though — I’m here to sell the house, not performing miracles. Then open the impressive stacking sliders and let the outside in. The living area flows onto a generous deck, where an uninterrupted outlook provides the perfect backdrop for entertaining, relaxing or simply enjoying your morning coffee. Be warned though, your morning coffee may start taking considerably longer. There’s a view out there, and it would be rude not to enjoy it. The main bathroom is every bit as impressive, with quality tiling, a stylish wet-room shower, vanity and a large bath made for long, relaxing soaks. In fact, it’s the kind of bathroom where you could quite easily say, “I’ll just have a quick bath,” and emerge three hours later wondering where the afternoon went. The master bedroom is generous and peaceful, with an entire wall dedicated to wardrobes. A sliding door leads through to the beautifully finished ensuite, complete with shower, vanity and toilet. Two further double bedrooms are light, spacious and fitted with wardrobes, giving you plenty of room for family, guests, hobbies or a home office. The large single internal-access garage adds another layer of practicality, with room for the car, laundry and even a workshop space. Because, let's be honest, garages are rarely just for cars. They’re for tools, bikes, kayaks, freezers, mysterious boxes you haven’t opened since 2017... you get the idea. Modern comfort comes as standard here, with double glazing, full insulation, heat pump and a thoughtful wheelchair-accessible design. Outside, the home keeps life simple. The private rear section, paved driveway and easy-care landscaping mean less time mowing, weeding and generally wondering what that plant is doing there — and more time enjoying what Foxton Beach has to offer. Green thumb? Fantastic. Brown thumb? Even better. There’s plenty of room to add some personality without signing yourself up for a lifetime of gardening. And then there’s the location. Close to Whitebait Creek, the Foxton Beach estuary and the coast, this is the kind of setting that makes everyday life feel like a getaway. Pop down to the estuary for a stroll. Enjoy the water. Head to the beach. Come home, open the sliders and settle onto the deck. Not a bad way to spend the day, eh? So, what's the catch? Honestly, I’m struggling to find one. You get the benefits of a near-new home without having to build it. The contemporary finishes are already chosen, the hard work is done, the landscaping is sorted and the home is ready for its next chapter. Modern. Stylish. Accessible. Easy-care. Coastal. Stop scrolling and walk through the front door - this one is worth getting off your device for. You never know. You might just walk in and think, “Yep. This is the one, Norton else is better.”

Buyers $719,000+