205 Hectares | Two Titles | Lifestyle, Income & Legacy Investment.
An extraordinary opportunity to secure a substantial landholding in sought-after Makara. Encompassing approximately 205.7359 hectares across two titles, 509 South Makara Road offers scale, diversity, income potential and long-term development upside - all within easy reach of Wellington.
The Land
Spanning both sides of South Makara Road, (509 & 512 South Makara Rd) the property features:
- Approximately 150 hectares^ of fenced paddocks combining productive pasture, forestry and bush.
- Established trees aged approximately 30-35 years.
- Approximately 56 hectares protected under a QEII covenant, preserving pristine native bush, regenerating bush and wetland.
- Established water rights
The QEII covenant through the Queen Elizabeth II National Trust protects two significant blocks of native forest, including trees dating back over 900 years. This extraordinary conservation feature enhances the environmental legacy of the land while adding long-term intrinsic value and appeal.
The Improvements:
Main Residence 509 South Makara Rd
A four-bedroom home with generous living areas, two bathrooms, garage and workshop.
Cottage & Outbuildings 512 South Makara Rd
A two-bedroom cottage with a renovated bathroom, plus the original 1860 house operating as a wool shed, along with stables.
Subdivision Potential
The property has Resource Consent for subdivision, and this is now almost complete for a section of 1.0083 Hectares^.
Whether you are seeking a substantial grazing unit, forestry investment, honey production base, conservation legacy, carbon credit holding, landbank opportunity, or future subdivision project - this is a rare chance to secure a landmark holding in the tightly held Makara district.
Properties of this size, diversity and proximity to Wellington are seldom available.
Enquire today to explore the full potential of 509 South Makara Road.
Tender closes 1pm, Thursday 12th March 2026 at 8 Kent Terrace, Wellington (will not be sold prior)
^Source of information: Property Guru, Nexus, Wellington City Council (non-verified).
