844 Maungatautari Road, Karapiro, Waipa, Waikato

Romance and history interlace the grandeur of Maungatautari Lodge; this country mansion

nestled in seclusion above Lake Karapiro. Views are exquisite, the ambience enchanting; nature abounds. Once a fine dining and bespoke accommodation, this home hasn’t shared its allure in recent years. Precious privacy for the owners and now yours to have the privilege of choice.

Elevating its already impressive status, they renovated the decor, put in a new kitchen, added five-car garaging and extended the gardens. Ready for its next chapter, you can keep this property’s intrigue to yourself or return to the world of hospitality.

Luxury doesn’t begin to cover what you’ll find here, but expectation starts at the tree-lined driveway. Set amid 2.5648ha of stately grounds, including three grazing paddocks, this mansion sprawls over three levels; more than 804 sqm of opulence, and personalised space.

Five super-king suites exude the sense of a premium hotel. Ensuites with spa-bath indulgence, lounge relaxation and Juliet balconies to bask in the scenery; overlooking the swimming pool and gardens, lake and countryside beyond.

Downstairs revolves around entertaining like an exclusive club. A chef’s kitchen and scullery cater for many; casually amid intimate surroundings, or formally in the banquet lounge. Boasting an underground wine cellar, sound-proofed for added versatility and wine connoisseurs, there’s no end to the features of treasures here.

Relax in the library, serve drinks from the bar, toast evenings with liqueurs around a gas fire. Luxurious comfort moves from lounge to lounge, conservatory to terraces, where you can dine alfresco style, swim in the infinity pool, or stroll around the gardens amid lavender and roses.

Near nature attractions, sporting venues, and an hour from beaches to cities, Maungatautari Lodge epitomises a distinguished lifestyle. Do you want privacy, or do you want to share it commercially? Call Angela and be ahead of the queue.