1909 East Coast Road, Whakatiwai, Franklin, Auckland

This magnificent land holding of 92.55ha more or less ticks all the right boxes for a very special get away from it all lifestyle farm. Its breath taking elevated views of the Firth of Thames with the majestic Coromandel Peninsular as its back drop will etch in your memory.

Historically a small dairy farm it is still owned by the family who broke in the land. Stretching way back into the magnificent native bush of the Hunua Ranges their hard labour and love of the natural surroundings has resulted in the land being cleared for pasture whilst retaining the beautiful stands of Kauri, Rimu and Puriri along with the many other natives in the gullies and along the ridges.

Fresh clear streams nourish the land as they flow down through the bush to the sea.

This spectacular property, now no longer an operational dairy farm, runs a manageable herd of cows and calves on the land which is ideally suited to dry stock. A few bales of hay are cut some years as stock feed.

There are tracks through the farm built with rock sourced from the farm. A solar powered pump supplies beautiful fresh water from the top of the farm to a tank and is gravity fed to the troughs and homes.

The original homestead is a comfortable three bedroom weather board home built around the 1970’s. Set on a rise, it is a peaceful and tranquil setting with perfect sea views. A second 1990’s home is quite spacious and situated nearby, provides options for extended family or as a homestay.

There are several farm buildings, including the old milking shed and other large implement sheds and hay barns in a sheltered spot near a new set of yards with loading ramp.

This property would suit an investor who sees the value of a substantial coastal land holding either to enjoy as a permanent home or a getaway from it all destination.

So close to Auckland CBD, it’s a short helicopter flight away. There are spectacular hill top sites with 360 degree vistas and bush areas all of which would make for spectacular places for a lodge or dream escape.

The current owners have built some cabins over time. The Sea Cabin is currently rented out on Air B&B and a second is nestled into the bush towards the back of the farm and when finished would make a restful stay away from it all hideaway. There are also some well organised camp sites available for registered MHA campers.

Just the stream and the native birds to disturb the peace...

A permanent home, a country retreat away from the bustles of life or an opportunity to develop tourism ventures?

The choice is yours – call for further information or for a private viewing.

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