20 Mountain View Drive, Manakau, Horowhenua

Calling lifestyle seekers with a vision! Breathe life into this 1910 four-bedroom home or build new and create your ideal property. Requiring plenty of TLC and not for the faint-hearted, this is a perfect opportunity for those ready to take on a challenge. Situated on approximately 3.14 acres of flat land in a prime horticultural region, this is a rare chance to secure a lifestyle property at a great price. The open-plan kitchen and dining area flow into a spacious lounge, complete with a log burner to keep you cosy in winter. The home features four bedrooms of varying sizes, two bathrooms - one with a shower, the other with a bath - plus an additional separate toilet. A large separate double garage with workshop space and power, along with a private bore supplying water directly to the house, adds to the property's appeal. With the new State Highway 1 bypass from Otaki set to enhance the area's tranquillity in the coming years, this home will soon offer a prime rural escape on a quiet country road. No vendor warranties apply. Don't miss this great opportunity.

Buyers $590,000+

A great lifestyle opportunity in popular Manakau! This 2008 linear weatherboard home sits on nearly 2.5 acres of flat, fully fenced land, complete with a charming stream and additional access from the main road - perfect for a pony, a couple of beefies, or even your own vege garden. The 131m2 (approx.) home is surrounded by timber decking, offering sun, privacy, established trees, and excellent indoor/outdoor flow. Relax by the freestanding wood burner, or entertain in the open-plan kitchen and living area that flows seamlessly onto the deck and BBQ area - perfectly positioned for late afternoon sun. Accommodation includes four generous double bedrooms, with the master featuring a walk-through wardrobe and private ensuite. The main bathroom offers both a bath and shower, plus a separate toilet, while a separate laundry adds everyday convenience. Water is supplied via a roof-fed 25,000 litre tank, and a modern septic system is in place. Additional features include a utility shed, woodshed, small orchard, and ample off-street parking. With the new Otaki-Levin O2NL highway due for completion in 2029, this is the perfect chance to secure lifestyle living before prices rise. Just five minutes to Otaki, 10 minutes to Levin, and close to Manakau Country School and village, this property offers an ideal balance of privacy, convenience, and charm.

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This 212m2 G.J. Gardner-built home has been thoughtfully designed for easy, comfortable living. Constructed in brick and aluminium joinery, with full insulation and double glazing, it’s a home built for both efficiency and longevity. The inviting open-plan kitchen—with scullery and gas hobs—flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, opening to a covered patio ideal for year-round entertaining. A media lounge can be closed off for quiet evenings, while the heat pump, woodburner, and 12 solar panels ensure warmth and savings in every season. Set on 9,588m2 of picturesque land, this stunning lifestyle property offers the perfect harmony of rural serenity and contemporary living. With open paddocks, a peaceful lake, a meandering stream, and established native planting, it’s a setting where lifestyle dreams truly come alive. The master suite features a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, while three additional bedrooms—including one ideal as a home office—provide flexibility. There’s even attic storage accessed by a pull-down ladder for added practicality. Outdoors, the property continues to impress. A brilliant four-bay shed—with two enclosed bays on concrete flooring—offers ample storage and workshop space. The fenced grounds, orchard, and generous vegetable garden make the most of this sun-soaked setting, while full vehicle access via a metal driveway with turning circle ensures easy movement around the property. Safe and secure for kids and pets alike. Perfectly located just 5–6 minutes from Ōtaki township, this home provides the best of both worlds—peaceful country living with town convenience close at hand. And once completed, you’ll have access to the shared cycle path connecting you to the whole of the Kāpiti Coast, plus improved expressway links for an effortless commute to Wellington. This property will appeal to families, active retirees, and lifestyle seekers wanting space, sustainability, and the freedom to live well.

Buyers $1,100,000+