745D Waikino Road, Tio Bay, Karetu, Bay of Islands, Opua, Far North, Northland

Experience the ultimate in seaside living amidst the serene beauty of Tio Bay. This extraordinary NORTH-facing, secluded, and sheltered 4.47 ha property offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to own riparian rights - a truly rare and coveted opportunity in New Zealand.

For boating enthusiasts, it is hard to imagine a better arrangement. The substantial wharf with a floating pontoon (consented until 2046) has a water depth of approximately 2.2 metres at low tide - ideal for accommodating sizeable vessels right at your doorstep, saving you precious time on every outing. In addition, there is a mooring available about 60 metres from the wharf, where a previous owner comfortably moored a Caribbean 45, highlighting the remarkable possibilities here. Fresh water and power at the wharf make boat maintenance a pleasure, and a dedicated cool room (chiller) on site ensures that your catch remains perfectly fresh.

A private concreted boat ramp adds to the convenience - perfect for launching dinghies, kayaks, and paddle boards. Even better, Opua Marina is a mere 630 metres across the water, making it effortlessly accessible for supplies, services, and fuelling. You will spend less time on logistics and more time enjoying your boating adventures.

The property features numerous residential and ancillary buildings, including a generously sized colonial-style home, a beautiful cottage, two studios, a large entertainment/ conference building ideal for gatherings, and a boathouse featuring a spa - all set amidst picturesque landscaped gardens. Two post-and-rail fenced paddocks are currently accommodating horses, adding to the property's versatility.

Discover the enchantment of this former fishing lodge, once visited by the legendary architect and artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser, who left a personal artistic touch in appreciation. Water is pumped from a reliable artesian source into two 20,000 litre tanks, gravity-fed to the buildings.

Ideal for those seeking a top-tier holiday retreat, for lifestylers, extended families, and especially for keen Boaties, this property also holds tremendous potential for tourism-based accommodation, or simply enjoy it as your own luxurious waterfront residence. Imagine how much time you will save having your boat right at your doorstep, making every weekend or holiday escape more flexible and relaxing.

The owners, a farming family, invite all offers and will consider a trade or part payment for a large-scale dairy farm or grazing unit. A 10-metre yacht and other toys may be included in the deal. If you have a bigger boat, there is consent to dredge around the wharf, enabling even larger vessels to be accommodated.

With Opua just across the water, Bay of Islands Hospital at Kawakawa only 16 kilometres away, and Paihia a 26 kilometres drive, all essential amenities are within easy reach.

Make the Bay of Islands your personal playground. Embrace the luxury of riparian ownership and a way of living beyond imagination. Contact Sunia Marr today and discover the magic of this seaside paradise.

This property also lends itself perfectly to shared ownership, thanks to its multiple residential buildings - buy with friends for unforgettable holidays or create a unique living arrangement that balances privacy and community.