89 Norrish Road, Ohaupo, Waipa, Waikato

Harnessing the essence of America’s log-cabin history, this modern-day reflection imprints that mystique with the mood of a mid-western prairie; here in the heart of Ohaupo.

Sitting like an island oasis within a 40 hectare (more or less) block; the wagon-wheel gates hint at what you’ll find at the end of the tree-clad driveway. Whispering memories of pioneers, the architectural style of this sumptuous home is testament to the sturdy construction that made log cabins so iconic in USA.

Exuding the sense of a ranch, this home is the perfect complement to what is a proven income earner. Currently leased out for maize cropping, you just need to sit back and watch your investment grow.

At 320sqm, this home’s style and scale certainly has presence. Massive Douglas fir logs knit together like a glove; vaulted ceilings are enhanced with exposed-beam detail and angled distinction in the family hub. Flooring is English oak and the farmhouse kitchen emphasises the craftmanship only a cabinetmaker brings to the table.

With two spacious living areas, an office for the paperwork, three generous bedrooms and two bathrooms; modern comfort is assured with double glazing, underfloor heating and gas-fire cosiness. And that’s just inside. Vast wrap-around decking blends sun and shade; inviting places off most rooms to dine and wine and gaze over your domain.

Playground lawns and gardens stretch out for the kids and pets. A glasshouse and veggie patch feed self-sufficiency, while the joy of a native bush corner and secret lily pond invite you in to roam among the trails and be at one with nature.

There is grazing for livestock, a loading race to bolster side income, while two impressive outbuildings include a 13mx18m shed with power, and a 16mx11m shed with a lean-to and three stables. Options abound. Either continue the passive income from cropping or turn your hand to new ventures; be it agricultural, horticultural, equine, or a mix of all three. The sky’s the limit; you just have to dream it.