5 Kowhai Ridge Road, Kaiwaka, Kaipara, Northland

Nestled atop Kowhai Ridge in Takahoa Bay Coastal Estate, Number 5 offers captivating water and bush clad peninsula views. Be mesmerised by water views stretching down the mouth of Otamatea River to the Kaipara Harbour, and south east, a tidal estuarine view framed by mature native bush. The 1.2335 ha waterfront property sits on a bush hillslope. Landscaped and terraced plantings border the secluded outdoor entertaining patio of this immaculately presented GJ Gardner brick & tile home.

The open plan kitchen, dining and family room are wonderfully light-filled with ranch slider doors that open to stunning sunsets. The kitchen features include granite bench tops, mirror splashback and quality appliances. An adjacent TV lounge also maximises your appreciation of the serene vista. Three well appointed double bedrooms plus the option of a fourth or home office with a walk-in fitted wardrobe and tiled ensuite bathroom for the master. Be comfortable year round with a ducted Panasonic air conditioning.

A 6 x 7 metre garage is located adjacent to the dwelling, with generous concrete pad entry. Wall lined and connected with power is a handy bonus. Raised garden beds, shadehouse, and orchard cater for your supply of fruit and vegetables.

Takahoa Bay, 209ha in total, is part of the Kaipara Harbour shoreline. Serene waters make for fun for kayakers, boating and anglers. Snapper feed on shellfish beds, oystercatchers line the shore and in the season dolphins may pass by.

For property owners, there's so much on offer. All tide boat ramp. Picnic spots lakeside, under the Pohutukawa along the water's edge. Walking tracks. Courtside watching a set of tennis. The communally owned farm and olive grove ensure the rural nature of the estate is protected for years to come. Electronically controlled entrance gates give comfort for your lock up and leave home. A perfect place to live!

Coastal living at its finest, where every day feels like a holiday. Now surplus to requirements!