132 South Manakau Road, Manakau, Horowhenua

From $2,800,000 + GST (if any)

33.9 ha

Land Area

3

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2

Garages

+20

+19

Rushbrooke Estate - a rare lifestyle sanctuary

Rushbrooke Estate presents a truly exceptional opportunity to secure one of the district’s most picturesque lifestyle properties. Set across 33.9 hectares (approx.) of fertile, immaculately maintained land, this remarkable estate blends timeless character, privacy, and rural productivity in a setting of outstanding natural beauty. A sweeping driveway through established native bush creates an unforgettable arrival, opening to beautifully manicured grounds that frame the fully renovated character villa. The three-bedroom home retains the elegance and charm of its era while offering the comfort of modern living, with spacious interiors, a stylish kitchen and bathroom, and a dedicated office that could easily serve as a fourth bedroom. Sun-filled living spaces flow effortlessly to outdoor entertaining areas, creating the perfect environment to relax, host guests, and enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding landscape. A separate one-bedroom cabin adds further versatility, providing ideal accommodation for guests, extended family, or a peaceful work-from-home retreat. One of the estate’s distinctive features is the beautifully converted rustic woolshed. Rich in character and atmosphere, this unique space offers exciting possibilities for events, functions, creative ventures, or simply a remarkable gathering place. The land itself is equally impressive. Comprising 33.9 hectares (approx.) of highly fertile, well-managed country, the property has been thoughtfully subdivided and maintained to an exceptional standard, offering excellent grazing or cropping potential. Perfectly positioned, Rushbrooke Estate enjoys the best of both worlds - peaceful rural seclusion while remaining highly accessible. The property is located less than an hour from Wellington and just five minutes from Ōtaki, providing convenient access to shops, cafés, schools, and the Kapiti Coast’s renowned beaches. Adding further appeal, the estate is offered with flexible purchasing options. Held across three titles, buyers have the opportunity to secure either the main 22.04-hectare (approx.) block or the entire 33.9-hectare (approx.) holding. 132 South Manakau Road - 7.19ha - RV $1,680,000 108 South Manakau Road - 11.86ha - RV $860,000 - https://www.propertybrokers.co.nz/lifestyle/sale/108-south-manakau-road-manakau-horowhenua 699 Waitohu Valley Road - 14.85ha - RV $942,000 Properties of this calibre are rarely available. Combining elegance, versatility, and productive land, Rushbrooke Estate represents a truly special rural offering.

Chattels

Blinds, Clothesline, Dishwasher, Drapes, Hob - Gas, Extractor Fan, Fixed Floor Coverings, Garden Shed, Heated Towel Rail, Heat Pump (2), Letterbox, Light Fittings, Mirrors, Outbuilding (permitted), Range Hood, Smoke Detectors, Water Tanks (3x 25,000L), Water Feature, Water Pumps (2), Electric Fence Unit, Infinity Hot Water Unit, Sleepout/Studio, Steel Plate Rack on Wall, Steel Utensil
132 South Manakau Road, Manakau, Horowhenua

Web ID

OTR215203

Floor area

180m2

Land area

33.9 ha

District rates

$8,527.78pa

Regional rates

$1,715.04pa

LV

$2,490,000

RV

$3,202,000

3

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2

Garages
From $2,800,000 + GST (if any)
View by appointment

Contact


Ted Shannon

Ted Shannon

View phone

View Profile

Property enquiry

Property enquiry for
OTR215203
Travis Robertson

Travis Robertson

View phone

View Profile

About the location


Satellite

You might also like


DR235662

475.43 ha

Land Area

Located just 12 km from Dannevirke in a highly sought-after farming district, Pukeatua presents an exceptional opportunity combining a prime location, diverse fertile soils and proven production. The property comprises approximately 40 ha of cultivatable land, with the remaining 435 ha of effective area predominantly easy to medium limestone and red metal hill country. Approximately 35 ha of the ineffective area is planted in ETS-registered juvenile pines. Pukeatua has demonstrated its versatility and reliability, wintering significant numbers of trade cattle alongside a high-performing ewe flock. Excellent natural water, proven fertility and a reliable farming climate underpin its consistent production. Infrastructure includes a well equipped four stand woolshed and yards, new cattle yards, and satellite sheep and cattle yards. The main five bedroom, two bathroom home is set within well maintained grounds and includes an inground swimming pool, complemented by a large implement shed/workshop. Pukeatua is offered with Hirawai, a 603 ha intensive finishing property located 5 km away. The purchase of Hirawai is also available as an option, providing buyers with the flexibility to acquire either property individually or combine both to create a highly productive, diversified and self-contained farming business.

Tender 21 October 2026
DR235663

603.49 ha

Land Area

Hirawai is an exceptionally well located intensive finishing property situated just 5 km east of Dannevirke, offering scale, versatility and outstanding production. Hirawai features exceptional contour with nearly 500 ha of tractor country developed through comprehensive cropping and regrassing programmes. This includes approximately 70 ha of highly productive alluvial flats adjoining the Manawatū River. The combination of soil types, contour and location, places Hirawai among the Lower North Island’s most highly regarded farming properties. Adding to its productive credentials is an aesthetically pleasing landscape incorporating well tended woodlots, juvenile pine plantings and areas of native vegetation. Approximately 65 ha are ETS registered, providing an additional income stream and further diversifying the property’s earning potential. Infrastructure is well positioned and supported by a central laneway system, including: •A centrally located five-stand woolshed and covered yards •Two cattle yards •Two smaller woolsheds •Multiple satellite sheep yards •Extensive internal laneway access Accommodation is provided by three homes, including the main residence being a superior, refurbished five bedroom, two bathroom family home offering comfortable and modern living. Hirawai is offered to the market together with Pukeatua, a 475 ha breeding property located approximately 5 km away. Together, these properties provide exceptional scale, complementary farming systems and the opportunity to acquire a highly productive, diverse and self-contained farming business in a tightly held and highly regarded district.

Tender 21 October 2026
BR233925

9.58 ha

Land Area

Offering approximately 10 hectares of flat, grazeable land, this property presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking more space, room for stock, or a practical rural block in a highly convenient location. Well set up for a range of uses, the property features three well-fenced paddocks, an established shelter belt and the benefit of sought-after Kairanga silt loam soils. With its flat contour and practical layout, there is plenty here to appeal to those looking for a manageable rural holding. The existing building further adds to the property's versatility, featuring two sinks and a toilet and providing a useful workspace or base for those requiring practical facilities on site. With fertile soils, well-fenced grazing land and a convenient location, opportunities to secure a versatile rural block of this nature are well worth exploring. Whether you're looking to run stock, secure additional grazing, or enjoy the freedom and space of a manageable rural holding, this is a property that deserves your inspection. Get in touch today to arrange a viewing and see for yourself what 265 Gillespies Line has to offer. Will not be sold prior.

Tender 08 October 2026

Request for information files


Terms of Supply

By accepting the information contained in the Property Brokers Information Files, I acknowledge I have read, understood and accepted the terms on which the information is made available:

  • It is acknowledged that any LIM report/builders reports/title search information or other property information documents that have been supplied by Property Brokers have been provided to interested potential buyers for general information purposes only, and may not have been sourced directly from providers by Property Brokers.
  • Neither Property Brokers nor their client (vendor) warrant the accuracy, completeness or currency of this documentation and nor do they accept liability for any errors or omissions in these documents.
  • All interested potential purchases should conduct their own due diligence, and obtain and rely on their own documents and legal/specialist advice as required from a person/company of their choosing.
  • Any purchase decisions are made entirely on reference of potential purchasers own judgement and they have satisfied themselves on all aspects of the property independently. Such decisions have not been made upon reference of the documents received in the Information Files supplied by Property Brokers.
  • By requesting the Information Files, you give consent for the real estate agent to communicate with you.