169 Mackenzies Road, Waipara, Hurunui, Canterbury

169 Mackenzies Road, Waipara, Hurunui, Canterbury
Boutique lifestyle and hospitality opportunity

Situated on 13.9 hectares (approximately) in the heart of North Canterbury's picturesque wine country, this exceptional opportunity offers a rare chance to live and work in one of New Zealand's most sought-after locations. The stunning Waipara River Estate vineyard, paired with a boutique bed and breakfast, provides a unique business model with dual revenue streams from both the hospitality and viticulture sectors.

The property includes a well-established 3.2-hectare (approximately) vineyard, currently managed by external contractors, allowing the owner to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and harvest the rewards of someone else's expertise. The original farmhouse has been thoughtfully renovated and extended into a boutique accommodation business, featuring four self-contained suites (studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom), with nightly rates ranging from $350-$375. This is a walk-in, walk-out opportunity that allows for immediate operation.

The owner's accommodation is separate from the well-appointed guest suites, which have their own kitchenettes, offering privacy while still enjoying breathtaking vistas that can be appreciated from the spa pool - perfect for relaxing with a glass of your own award-winning wine. With its tranquil setting, the property also holds potential for expansion into other ventures, such as hosting weddings, wellness retreats, or events.

The property's extensive chattels list adds incredible value, including everything in the guest suites, farm equipment and machinery and approximately $100,000 of bottled wine. The modern, immaculately presented home effortlessly flows into the surrounding mature gardens, perfect for entertaining on long summer evenings around the pizza oven or enjoying a swim in the heated, self-cleaning pool with changing rooms.

Conveniently located just a short commute to Christchurch CBD and the Christchurch International Airport - gateway to the South Island - and 10 minutes (approximately) from the charming township of Amberley, this property offers the perfect balance of peaceful country living with easy access to urban amenities.

The vineyard itself is a historic treasure, being the first planted in the Waipara region in 1981, and is home to some of the oldest vines in the area. The estate produces premium, award-winning wines under the Waipara River Estate label, including Pinot Noir, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Chardonnay. The vineyard is fully irrigated, and the property is well-equipped with modern infrastructure, including lockable roller-door sheds for equipment storage, horse stables, a tack room, a four-bay open-fronted barn, and a double-insulated, Customs-licensed wine store.

This is an outstanding lifestyle and business opportunity with significant potential for growth in a region renowned for its wines and natural beauty.