iHISTORIC MARRINER'S HOUSE HISTORIC VILLA WITH RIVER VIEW - RARE DARGAVILLE GEM
A once-in-a-lifetime chance to own Marriner's House - regarded as Dargaville's oldest residence and one of Kaipara's most significant heritage homes. Set on State Highway 12 and overlooking the Northern Wairoa River, this beautifully preserved villa blends 19th-century craftsmanship with modern comforts.
Built in the mid-late 1800s, the home retains much of its original kauri floors, exposed beams, loft bedrooms, and classic front verandah. Sensitive upgrades include a contemporary kitchen, modern bathroom amenities, freestanding lounge fire, and dining-room heat pump.
The home offers approx 160sqm of character-filled living: spacious lounge, dining and kitchen, large ground-floor master bedroom plus two charming attic bedrooms/study options, two showers, a small sunroom, and French doors opening from the dining room to a covered porch for year-round entertaining.
The 1,001sqm flat, fenced section includes a large double garage with workshop and a generous backyard with space for a potential sleepout or granny flat.
A standout feature:
Thanks to its heritage charm, riverfront setting, and high-visibility SH12 location, Marriner's House also offers exceptional home-business potential possibilities - think art gallery, boutique studio, devonshire-tea garden, or heritage-themed visitor experience (subject to the required consent approvals).
LOCATION & LIFESTYLE
- 1.5-2km to multiple local schools (primary, intermediate and high school)
- 15-minute stroll to shops, 3-minute drive to supermarket
- Approx 15 minutes to Baylys Beach and Glinks Gully
- Less than 30 minutes to stunning Kai Iwi Lakes
- 50 minutes to Whangarei City
- Around 2 hours to Albany, Auckland
Marriner's House is where history, craftsmanship, and lifestyle meet - a rare opportunity to secure one of Northland's most iconic villas, with space, charm, and extraordinary potential.
VIEWING OPPORTUNITIES:
2nd or 3rd of January, then 10th January onwards
For viewing or to receive the comprehensive Property eBook (including LIM, Title, Council File, and Inspection Report), contact:
Kathy Fray - Licensed Salesperson
E: kathy@fnkaipara.co.nz
M: 027-4364750
