1233 Makino Road, Halcombe, Manawatu

This well-located lifestyle property presents an outstanding opportunity to enjoy rural living while benefiting from additional income potential, all held on one title. The three-bedroom homestead is well maintained and enjoys sweeping rural views. The master bedroom is serviced by a modern bathroom featuring both a bath and shower, with a separate toilet for convenience. The remaining two bedrooms overlook the established, sheltered gardens. The open-plan kitchen and lounge, complete with a log burner and wetback, flow seamlessly to a generous deck—perfect for outdoor entertaining. A renovated laundry with an additional shower and toilet enhances functionality, while a large internal access garage completes the home. A second dwelling adds significant value, offering a well-presented two-bedroom home with spacious living areas and two bathrooms. Positioned to capture the morning sun, it is set within its own sheltered grounds and includes two carports—ideal for extended family, guests, or supplementary income. The land is well set up for grazing, subdivided into four paddocks and supported by cattle and sheep yards, three water tanks, and one unit of water. Equestrian needs are catered for with a loose box and shelter currently enjoyed by two resident horses. Further improvements include a near-new 8m x 9m implement shed and a separate external office, providing excellent versatility. Maintenance throughout the property is up to date, including a recently resealed driveway. This is a well-established lifestyle property offering flexibility, income potential, and comfortable rural living. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that is on offer.

$985,000

Positioned on an expansive 5,743m2 (more or less) lifestyle section, this impressive property presents a superb opportunity to secure a spacious, well-maintained home in a desirable rural setting. The home is thoughtfully designed, featuring a modern kitchen complete with a walk-in butler’s pantry, seamlessly connecting to the open-plan family living area. This space flows effortlessly onto a sun-soaked deck, perfectly positioned to capture picturesque rural views—ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. A formal entrance welcomes you into the home, leading through to a generous lounge and central hallway, where a well-appointed family bathroom services the home. Accommodation is provided by five double bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes. The master suite is a true retreat, boasting a walk-in wardrobe and private ensuite. Adding further versatility, a second lounge with a log burner offers multiple living options—whether as a media room, children’s retreat, or additional family space. Practical features are well catered for, with a separate laundry accessed via the mudroom, a double carport, and a substantial 10.5m x 6.5m garage that could house four plus vehicles—ideal for storage, hobbies, or workshop use. The home’s infrastructure and presentation are both in excellent condition. Located in the well-regarded village of Halcombe, known for its strong community, quality schooling, and excellent sports facilities, this property offers an enviable lifestyle within easy reach of surrounding centres. Properties of this calibre are in high demand—early viewing is highly recommended.

Buyers $875,000+

Set on approximately 2.01 acres (more or less) and positioned to capture breath taking rural views, this elevated lifestyle property offers the perfect balance of comfort, practicality and the freedom of country living. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the sense of space and tranquility this special property provides. The home offers three bedrooms and has been thoughtfully updated with a beautiful modern kitchen that forms the heart of the home. Flowing seamlessly into the open plan dining and living area, this inviting space is perfect for everyday family life as well as relaxed entertaining. A cosy wood burner creates warmth and atmosphere through the cooler months, while a heat pump ensures year-round comfort. Step outside and you'll discover a large wrap-around deck, partially covered so you can enjoy the spectacular outlook in every season. For those who love the idea of living closer to the land, the property features a fantastic established vegetable garden with plenty of space to grow and harvest your own seasonal produce along with orchard trees providing apples, plums and crab apples. With facilities already in place for keeping chickens, this is a wonderful opportunity to embrace a more self-sufficient and rewarding lifestyle. The infrastructure here is impressive. A double garage is complemented by a large modern utility space with additional kitchen/laundry area with excellent storage offering outstanding versatility for creating preserves and products harvested from the vegetable garden or orchard trees. In addition, a huge shed with single and 3 phase power and extensive workshop space provides the ultimate setup for projects, hobbies, storage or serious workspace - perfect for those who need room for tools, equipment or lifestyle machinery. Outside, multiple paddocks, shearing platform and loading ramp provide flexibility for grazing animals, making this an ideal property for lifestyle enthusiasts wanting space for a few animals while still enjoying a manageable land size. Conveniently located within easy reach of Feilding, RNZAF Base Ohakea, and Palmerston North, you'll enjoy the peace of rural living without sacrificing accessibility. Properties offering stunning views, excellent shedding and a well-set-up lifestyle package are always sought after. Come and experience the views, the space and the lifestyle this exceptional property has to offer. Contact me today to arrange your viewing.

Buyers $810,000+