323 Plummers Point Road, Whakamarama, Western Bay of Plenty, Bay of Plenty

The joy derived from their children, friends, and relations was the motivation for creating this family focussed estate.

The French rural home always has family at its heart, and this resonated with a couple wanting to share their home with a wide extended family. They purchased the property on the ridge above the Te Puna estuary entrance in 2004, and their vision became reality in 2008 thanks to the skills of reputable builders Riordan Construction. Such was its quality and appeal that the home won Gold in its category in Master Builder of the Year and People’s Choice.

The superbly executed home looks very French, yet employs materials, fittings and fixtures in tune with New Zealand’s climate and way of life. Celcrete aerated concrete wraps the home in solid masonry, Porters Paints create the timeless patina on the exterior, varied earthy hues of Solerati Spanish tiles top the home.

Step into a foyer that forms the axis of the home with pleasing symmetry in stairs with crafted wrought iron balustrades.

The kitchen is the hub…granite benches under windows and a five-burner stove. Gather around the expansive oak topped island with coffee from the integrated machine or drinks from the built-in cooler. Ample extra storage on the open shelves of the scullery.

The dining area is delineated by a dramatic increase in ceiling height. The lofty and large space with high windows to reflect winter sun has great hall proportions yet feels relaxing and welcoming, opening to a portico with outdoor fireplace. Cavity sliders allow all the living spaces to flow together or facilitate closing off one lounge for cosy evenings by the fire, or the formal one when entertaining.

The master suite at the west end of the ground floor bedroom wing is a private haven with luscious ensuite and doors to the lawn. The other downstairs bedroom combines guest bathroom with powder room. This wing also incorporates copious storage and a large laundry leading to triple garaging.

Upstairs two generous bedrooms share a bathroom exuding a coastal vibe. The upper level also features a lounge with two balconies, beside which are two versatile rooms, ideal for office or hobbles.

The two-hectare property is roughly half avocado orchard served by a three-bay shed. The 150 trees provide a variable and often excellent supplementary income.

Layered lawns sweep down to a putting green below a majestic Morton Bay Fig planted by pioneers 150 years ago. Theres plenty of space to put in a pool. Formal lines merge with exuberant foliage, pebble paths under the bower of ornamental grapes and white roses, lines of conifers and an edible filled orchard.

The property fosters a feeling of glorious isolation where you can’t see another house, can sneak harbour peeps east and west (views from upstairs), and where you enjoy the supportive friendly community of this enclave at this coastal end of the road.

Launch a boat at the local ramp, fish and swim in the estuary waters, bike the Omokoroa Cycle Trail which passes the front gate. Schools and urban amenities are within easy reach.

Deadline sale closes 20th March 2025 (unless sold prior). Sold plus GST (if any)