There’s something pretty special about this much-loved Hauparu Bay cottage. Maybe it’s the way the house sits so close to the lake, the flat lawn running straight to the water, or simply that feeling of arriving, switching off and knowing summer is going to be good here.

Set on 1,340sqm of absolute waterfront, the position is what really sets this property apart. The cottage sits unusually close to the lake – so close, in fact, that dinner could be on the barbecue while the kids are still swimming out front.

Inside, the 139sqm home is comfortable, welcoming and beautifully maintained. There are three bedrooms, a modern kitchen and relaxed living spaces that feel exactly right for the setting.

Decking at both the front and rear means there’s always somewhere to settle in, depending on the sun, the breeze and the time of day. Morning coffee, bare feet on the lawn, lunch outside, then something cold on the deck as the day winds down – this is a home that makes outdoor living easy.

And then there’s the lake. The exclusive-use deep-water jetty is a genuine rarity, with excellent depth and easy access for boating. Lawn to lake, launching the boat, kayaks or paddleboards couldn’t be easier. Head out for an early morning fish, spend the afternoon on the lake, or simply swim off the jetty and enjoy being here. This is lake life at its best, right outside the front door.

There’s plenty of room for all the gear that comes with the lifestyle too. The recently built high-stud boatshed and workshop provides generous space for boats, vehicles, tools and toys, while an additional accommodation annex offers welcome flexibility when friends and family come to stay. There’s even more storage under the house, with shedding and a winch system making it easy to store and move boating gear and all the extras that naturally come with life on the lake.

Immaculately maintained and much loved, all the hard work has been done. Arrive, unpack, launch the boat and enjoy.
919K State Highway 30 is simply a great place to be – and come summer, it would be very hard to leave.