Let your imagination run wild at this resort-style residence in rural Ngāhinapōuri, which could be transformed into a luxury six-star lodge complete with inground heated pool, helicopter landing area and extensive wine cellar.
The 12.2-hectare home at 64 Houghton Road spares no expense with all its five bedrooms boasting their own ensuite and most their own kitchenette. It features an expansive chef’s kitchen, marble flooring throughout all the living areas and a dramatic vaulted ceiling in the reception area, rounding off the opulent space.
Lodge residential and lifestyle sales consultant Megan Smith says the property is unrivalled in the Waikato and ripe for transformation into a luxury lodge and event space, providing its new owners expansive views across the Waipā River and rural Ngāhinapōuri landscape.
“This is a totally unique property. It’s unrivalled in terms of the level of finish and the rural setting and views,” says Megan.
The home covers 635 sqm, the luxury chefs open plan kitchen, pantry and informal dining area spilling out onto the resort-like outdoor living area complete with 10.5m x 5m metre heated inground pool. It also includes three substantial living areas and a separate formal dining. The aforementioned vaulted ceilings in the reception area also lend themselves to stunning cocktail functions.
The current owners included an extensive secure room in their design, which could easily be translated into a wine cellaring area, says Megan.
The home is surrounded by extensive decks both on the first and second floor and every window in the home has been carefully placed to make the most of the views, whether across the swimming pool, Waipā River or towards Mt Pirongia.
All five bedrooms have private access, bathrooms and kitchenettes, and the primary suite overlooks the swimming pool complete with extensive ensuite and walk-in wardrobe.
“This is a home that is set up for entertaining and hosting multiple guests in luxury,” says Megan.
The property also offers an immaculate two-bedroom cottage with its own private drive and access.
In addition, the current owners have spent considerable time on fencing, drainage, tracks and protecting waterways around the property, says Megan.
Included in the package are also cattle yards, a haybarn with full concrete floor, and covered parking for up to 15 cars. There is also a three-car internal access garage connected to the main residence.
The current owners also added a further four car garage to the property which was being used as a site for a fashion business.
“There really has been no expense spared. The current owners' meticulous attention to multiple property improvements have created a private sanctuary for its new owners,” says Megan.
“With all the space available it lends itself nicely to an event venue with connected luxury accommodation,” says Megan.
Find out more on the listing page, or make an enquiry with Megan today: https://www.lodge.co.nz/buy/residential/lifestyle/listing/LC18251
