13 Harker Street, Waipawa, Central Hawkes Bay

This seriously cool property delivers all the lifestyle feels, just without any of the hard graft that inevitably comes with living on the land. Residentially zoned, on a 821m2 section and packed with the practical perks of town living, you'll love the convenience of town water, sewerage, rubbish and recycling collection, all while soaking up the semi-rural setting. Simply pour a glass, relax on your north-facing entertainers' deck, and enjoy a front-row seat to your delightfully charming "neighbours" - a herd of alpacas grazing the farmland just beyond the fence. Inside, life is refreshingly simple. A sun-filled open plan modern kitchen, dining, and living area connects to the outdoors with sliders opening to the deck, plus two generous double bedrooms and a cleverly designed bathroom/laundry combo. No winter chills here with a heat pump, full insulation (ceiling, walls and underfloor) and double glazed aluminium joinery. Outside, the 60m2 double garage has a studio room to the rear, perfect as a home office, creative space, or gym. The 821m2 section is fully fenced, with solid timber palings along two sides for privacy, plus a garden shed for the extras. Positioned in the sweet spot of Waipawa, right where town meets country, you're within easy walking distance to the primary school, shops, high school bus links, and all the fantastic community facilities on offer. Less work, more living - what's not to love here!

Buyers $529,000+

Tucked away on an expansive 1,272 m2 (approx.) section, this property offers a level of privacy that’s becoming harder and harder to find. In fact, you might find yourself asking — is there even a house in there? Hidden behind established gardens and mature greenery, this home feels like your own private retreat. Inside, you’ll find three bedrooms and a semi open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area — a practical layout ready for you to make your own. A wood burner anchors the living space, perfect for those cosy winter evenings with family and friends. The home also benefits from new wiring, giving peace of mind where it counts. At the front of the home, a covered deck provides a welcoming space to relax, entertain, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings year-round. Adding even more versatility is the double garage, complete with extra space that could easily be transformed into a games room, hobby area, or even a sleepout. With power and internet already connected, the options are wide open. Out the back, a tunnel house makes growing your own produce simple and convenient a fantastic feature for those who appreciate fresh food and sustainable living. This is a property where the foundations are in place and the potential is undeniable. With space, privacy, and flexibility on offer, it’s ready for someone to step in and add their own touch. Come and see for yourself, you might just discover the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Buyers $465,000+

If space, shedding and a serious backyard are high on your wishlist, this one delivers in spades. Set on a huge 1,659m2 section (just over 0.4 of an acre) in a quiet cul-de-sac street an easy walk to school and the shops, this cracker of a property offers what most families in town can only dream about. Fully fenced and very private, there's expansive lawn for kids and pets to run wild, room for backyard cricket, trampoline and even a pop-up pool in summer. And then there's the shedding, and when the shedding is almost on par with the size of the home, you know all your man dreams have come true. A substantial three-bay shed features two enclosed bays with workshop space, plus a third bay currently utilised as a studio or hobby room, complemented by a standalone single garage and carport, meaning there's room for all manner of tools, toys, projects and hobbies. Add to that a sealed driveway with large concrete forecourt, perfect for scootering or shooting hoops. And to keep the other half equally as happy, the house itself is warm, welcoming and immaculately presented. The modernised open plan kitchen, dining and living flows seamlessly through two sliders onto a sun-drenched, north-facing partially covered deck, to extend your living outdoors. Three double bedrooms, all with wardrobes, are complemented by a family bathroom with shower, bath, vanity and separate toilet. A grunty freestanding wood burner with heat transfer, double glazing and insulation in the ceilings, walls and underfloor ensures the home is warm, dry and efficient in winter. Big on space, big on shedding and big on living - this is the kind of property families hold onto for decades! A family setup that's seriously hard to beat!

By Negotiation