This property is being sold + GST (if any). Privately positioned in the heart of Ararimu, this exceptional 9.5ha (more or less) lifestyle estate delivers a rare combination of architectural sophistication, resort-style living, and premium equestrian facilities.
Originally rebuilt in 2006/2007 and designed by award-winning Auckland architects Cook Sargisson and Pirie, the home is a striking example of timeless design. Cedar weatherboard, schist detailing, and clean architectural lines create an immediate sense of quality, while inside, warm American Oak finishes and thoughtfully curated spaces elevate everyday living.
This substantial residence offers a large four-bedroom layout complemented by a study and a dedicated music/library room, along with three bathrooms and a separate powder room, ensuring both space and functionality for modern family living.
At its heart, the beautifully appointed kitchen blends functionality with refined style, featuring American Oak cabinetry, soft-close drawers and cupboards, a premium Franke sink, Fisher And Paykel gas hobs, two new ovens, and a new dishwasher. A generous scullery-style pantry enhances practicality, making this a space perfectly suited to both everyday living and entertaining.
Multiple living areas flow effortlessly, with the family dining and living zones positioned as the central hub of the home. A custom American Oak cavity slider door provides separation between these spaces and the formal dining and lounge area, allowing for both open-plan living and the ability to create more intimate, defined spaces when desired.
Comfort is assured year-round with underfloor heating across the tiled laundry, kitchen, informal dining, and family living areas. This is complemented by Slimflow gas-fuelled radiators, with two units positioned downstairs and one in the upstairs hallway. Practical features such as a three-car internal access garage with Tesla charging and excellent storage further enhance everyday living.
The formal dining area is beautifully enhanced by a bespoke, handmade drop Brush light designed by renowned Dutch lighting designers Brand Van Egmond, creating a striking focal point over the dining table. The formal lounge is anchored by a Jetmaster fireplace, delivering a warm and inviting setting for entertaining.
Large sliding and bifold doors further enhance the connection to the outdoors, opening the home to the surrounding landscape and providing seamless access to the stunning pool and outdoor living areas.
Outdoors, the property transforms into a private retreat across the expansive 9.5 hectares (more or less). A completely resurfaced 12.5m x 4.5m saltwater pool, heated via heat pump, sits at the centre of the outdoor entertaining zone, alongside a spa and pizza oven area designed for effortless hosting. Supporting this space are a pool shed, woodshed, and garden shed, while the grounds are thoughtfully developed with 6 raised garden beds and 3 ground level garden beds. An established orchard with multiple fruit trees, together with olive grove plantings and additional gardens, further enhance the self-sufficient lifestyle on offer.
For equestrian enthusiasts, the infrastructure is simply outstanding. A 20m x 60m all-weather arena with dressage mirror, round pen, and multiple well-fenced paddocks are complemented by a substantial barn offering stables for 9 horses, plus a specialist stallion stable, along with a tack room, feed room, wash bay, and excellent truck access. Everything has been designed with functionality, flow, and animal wellbeing in mind across the 9.5ha landholding.
With reliable water systems, solar-assisted hot water, and quality infrastructure throughout, this is a property where no detail has been overlooked. A true lifestyle sanctuary where luxury, land, and lifestyle come together, this is Ararimu living at its finest.
Close to Ararimu, Ramarama, Hunua, Bombay, Drury, Clevedon, Karaka, Pukekohe East.
