Discover comfort, convenience, and craftsmanship in this beautifully improved Karamea property in a prime location, just moments from everything you need. Access to shops, cafés, restaurants, the library, swimming pool, tennis courts, bowling green, local pub, medical centre, school, churches, supermarket, and bakery are just a short stroll away. Owned and upgraded by a respected local builder, this solid home has been extensively modernised for low-maintenance living. Recent improvements include a new roof, repiling, rewiring, new kitchen, bathroom, and toilet, upgraded plumbing, and relined and insulated some internal walls. Both the ceiling and underfloor areas are well insulated, ensuring year-round comfort. Inside, you’ll be welcomed by stunning hardwood floors and warmed by an efficient heat pump and cosy wood burner. The generous layout features two large bedrooms, two spacious lounge/living rooms, plus an additional small bedroom, study, or office, offering superb flexibility for families or those working from home. Gas hot water and fibre broadband add further convenience. The property sits on a large, fully fenced section with a single garage plus an impressive powered workshop/4-car garage. The property is ideal for tradespeople, hobbyists, collectors, or anyone needing extra space. Perfect as a family home, rental/investment property, work-from-home base, holiday home, or an easy-care home for retirees, this is a rare opportunity in a fantastic location. Please call Paul today for more information or to arrange an inspection of this superb Karamea home.

$475,000

Built in the early 1900s and lovingly maintained, this charming wooden villa in rural Arapito offers a rare opportunity to secure an inviting family home in a peaceful and private setting. Situated on the south bank of the majestic Karamea River—yet safely elevated and not flood prone—the property enjoys a pleasant rural aspect, surrounded by lush farmland with bush-clad mountains beyond. It is on the rural delivery mail service and school bus route, making it ideal for families or anyone seeking convenience in a tranquil location. With exceptional access to angling, kayaking, rafting and other water sports, it is a trout-fishing paradise perfectly suited to outdoor enthusiasts. The 140 m² home sits on a generous 2126 m² section with excellent sun. Inside, the modernised kitchen features warm macracarpa wall linings, lead-light accents, an electric range, stainless-steel sink and bench, ample cupboard space and a Wellstood wood or coal range with wet-back and large cylinder. The spacious open-plan lounge is heated by a multi-fuel range oven, while the fourth bedroom—currently used as a family day room/office—also has a freestanding wood burner for added comfort. There are four bedrooms in total, two of them doubles with built-in wardrobes. The bathroom includes a built-in bath, shower, vanity, and the separate toilet has a compact sliding door. A dedicated laundry room provides further practicality. Good quality carpet, drapes, net curtains and light fittings are included, and the home’s attractive flow continues outdoors to an extensive 28 m² covered rear deck—perfect for year-round outdoor living—as well as a verandah across the front of the house. The main shed offers around 65 m² of space with double car parking, concrete floor and a verandah running along the front; it could be easily converted into a granny flat or rumpus room. Additional outbuildings include high-clearance garaging for four vehicles, large woodsheds, a drying shed and a hot house, along with a workshop and storage room with loft, accessed from the rear deck. This versatile property offers exceptional value and is well suited to families, young retirees, those pursuing sustainable living, and people of an artistic bent such as writers or painters, as well as anyone with a home-based vocation seeking space and serenity. Opportunities of this calibre in the Karamea area are highly sought after. For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Paul Murray.

$395,000

Welcome to the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and natural beauty with this charming, well-maintained three-bedroom Fraemohs Home, which is ready for you to enjoy. Tucked away within a protected grove of rare remnant coastal kahikatea forest, this property stands out as one of the few homes in the area to offer such a unique ecological setting, creating a serene retreat just five minutes from Karamea township. Warm and welcoming, the home features a woodburner for cosy winter comfort, an inviting open-plan living area, and a main bedroom with an ensuite (toilet and basin). Built with the superb Scandinavian craftsmanship for which Fraemohs homes are renowned, this stylish and appealing home is in excellent condition throughout. Outside is 3,693m2 of native forest paradise. A newly constructed double garage with power provides ample space for vehicles and projects. The property also includes a greenhouse, raised garden beds, and a productive orchard, offering everything you need for home gardening or semi-self-sufficient living. With easy access from Karamea Highway, the home is nestled into its natural surroundings, providing privacy, birdsong, and a wonderfully peaceful atmosphere. Recreational opportunities abound as the property is located near the Otumahana Estuary and Karamea River. Kayaking, angling, whitebaiting, swimming, scenic exploration, and countless outdoor adventures are on your doorstep. It's an ideal base for nature lovers and families seeking safe swimming spots and outdoor play. With rural delivery mail service, the school bus route, and easy access, this property suits a wide range of lifestyles from holidaymakers seeking a private retreat, to families wanting space and freedom, to remote workers, artists, writers, and creative people seeking inspiration in a tranquil natural environment. Whether you're dreaming of a rural escape, a permanent home immersed in nature, or a versatile bach with room to grow, this special Karamea property offers an exceptional opportunity. Take the next step toward your coastal forest sanctuary. Please call Paul today for more information or to book a personal inspection to experience this hidden gem for yourself.

$520,000