Mark Crarer

Designed by well-known Waikato architectural firm, Architecture Bureau, this remarkable property reflects the original vision of its owners. The vision was twofold: firstly, to create a serene and inviting two-bedroom holiday retreat for themselves, with an additional two-bedroom guest area versatile enough to accommodate both extended family and short-term guests. Secondly, they aimed to craft a home that would seamlessly embrace the breathtaking views of Raglan Harbour, the Rangitahi peninsula, and the majestic Sleeping Lady, Whaingaroa, Raglan's very own Mt. Karioi. As you step in to 21 Point Street, you'll immediately sense how the home's design ingeniously captures the beauty of its surroundings. Expansive windows frame sweeping vistas where it can be difficult to figure out if the line between inside and outside actually exists. Purposefully understated from the street, the top level represents the heart of the home with open plan kitchen, dining and lounge, 2 bedrooms with captivating views, both with ensuites and ready access to a choice of outdoor entertaining areas. The lower level, again consisting of 2 bedrooms with ensuites also has a purpose-built kitchenette and shared internal and external spaces to relax. All in all, the home is intentionally relaxed, striking a perfect balance between understated elegance and functional design, providing both comfort and convenience in equal measures. There are options here from continuing short stay guests to a lock up and leave or a combination of both. The owners of this delightful home are highly motivated to move on with their life journey so if the photos pique your interest, please call to arrange a viewing time today.

This brand-new lifestyle property represents fantastic buying, so good, in fact that the owners are taking a loss on the cost. The 1.2 hectare (2.9 old fashioned acres) section is very gently rolling with sweeping rural views, partly comprising 'the sleeping lady' that is Mt Karioi. Whether you choose to extensively garden the property or fence off small paddocks for your grazing animals, the land lends itself to both options. The bright and airy 158m2 home consists of generous open plan living and kitchen space, complete with DVS system and walk-in pantry. 3 bedrooms, master with ensuite, plenty of heating and cooling is provided with 2 heat-pumps and a log burner. There is 96m2 of elevated wide plank decking, and a double internal access garage complete with 3 phase power and a fast charger for electric vehicles. The 112m2 shed has generous 3.9m x 3m openings built to potentially accommodate a motorhome, boat, and/ or a workshop. There is also a new 3x3 m garden shed. 64 Ruapuke Road is located right in the heart of the Te Mata district and just 640 metres from Te Mata school and just a short commute to either Raglan or the wild and often desolate Ruapuke beach. This property genuinely represents one of the best buys currently on the market in the wider Raglan area. Call for further information and/ or to arrange an appointment to view. Owners' loss can be your gain here.

This 3-bedroom home on a generous section is well elevated above Lorenzen Bay Road, lies well for the sun and affords a few decent peeks of the harbour. The top level consists of generous open plan living, dining and kitchen, a bedroom, the bathroom, and laundry whilst the lower level has 2 bedrooms and a decent garage which is 9.5m x 3.6m so there is plenty of room for a car, toys and even a rumpus room. The land is well elevated and comes complete with a selection of fruit trees, a beautiful granddaddy Pohutukawa and to top it all off, there is plenty of room for a decent vegetable garden and the kids to play. This is a good solid home with good solid bones, that, with a bit of elbow grease and a sprinkle of imagination, could be transformed into a real gem.

This attractive section is near the end of Newton Road and borders the 'Waireinga' Bridal Veil Falls Reserve. The views are delightful, the birdlife incredible as the reserve is a sanctuary where Tui, Kereru, Korimako and many others go to and from depending on where the seasonal food sources are located. There is a selection of potential building sites. Insofar as the views are concerned, this section is spoilt for choice, from Albatross point, Kawhia, Aotea harbour around to Mt Karioi and over lush green pastures to the Bridal Veil Falls Reserve which is at eye level and below. It would be difficult to find more appealing views. This section is 8000m2 (newly issued title). Call today for a subdivision scheme plan and other juicy information.

It is rare to find a compact farmlet with as much on offer as 397 Ruapuke Road. For starters, the modern 2-bedroom home lies well for the morning sun and is tucked away from the prevailing westerly wind. The home is warm with double-glazed joinery throughout, a wood burner is on-hand to heat the spacious open plan Lounge, Dining and Kitchen quickly and the rest of the home with ease. The home is in tip top condition with plenty of internal storage, a separate laundry and 2 toilets. All of this comes complete with a garage/ shed/ workshop that could easily house the boat and other 'stuff' that often comes along for the ride. The land is 2.09 hectares (5 acres) in size and separated into 7 paddocks, all well fenced and watered. A stony stream feeding from Mt Karioi meanders through a small stand of native trees down through your very own valley, the kind of valley where the kids are easily distracted away from modern screens with discoveries aplenty to be had for growing imaginations. Someone once tinkered around with a water wheel and recently a bath complete with timber fired water heater has been solidly constructed adjacent the stream: what a place to soak your bones under the stars and moon! There is a solid old concrete block shed that, has until recently, been used as a tack room for a pony. Ruapuke Beach is around a few corners to the west whilst the ever-popular Te Mata school is just 4km away.

The Newton Homestead was originally positioned in the very best location to capture the very best views of the Waireinga, Bridal Veil Falls and her surrounding reserve and to this day she arguably still retains this honour. Of lesser and more common views this area offers, the Homestead provides generous vistas out towards, Aotea, Kawhia and onwards to Albatross Point as well as the ever changing and somewhat moody Mt Karioi. The homestead was built in an era of practicality when timber was cheap and 'big bones' were the norm. Consisting of separate Kitchen/ Dining, a ginormous Lounge, 4 generous bedrooms, master with ensuite, a separate Laundry and ample shedding, the home is generously proportioned which, as a result, offers plenty of space for all manner of family requirements. While the old girl may require some tender loving care to restore her to her former glory, those with vision and a willingness to see her looking her best will appreciate that the potential here is immense. Land size 8000m2 (newly issued title).