173 Okauia Springs Road, Matamata, Matamata-Piako

This exceptional 25-hectare (more or less) country estate offers an outstanding lifestyle, business or farm stud opportunity for discerning buyers.

Hidden from the road, the gated entrance gives a taste of what is to come. As you approach, the picturesque, tree-lined entrance opens up to reveal a substantial solid masonry Tuscan-style villa with spectacular views over manicured gardens, the local golf course and up to the Kaimai Ranges.

Step inside the formal entrance and be prepared to be wowed. The layout of this impressive home has been designed so that those panoramic views can be enjoyed from almost every room. A chef's kitchen with scullery flows seamlessly to both formal and informal living and dining spaces. All have access to expansive patios ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining, with a pizza oven, outdoor fireplace and covered dining space. There is ample room for a spa as well as an inground pool on the large, flat lawn to create the ultimate lifestyle retreat.

Accommodation has also been thoughtfully designed. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms are situated on the ground floor in two separate wings, perfect for families and guests. Upstairs, a private retreat awaits, comprising a master suite with a bathroom, walk-in wardrobe, and a separate study or fifth bedroom. Access is via stairs or an internal lift.

Beyond the home, a high-stud five-bay shed with power and water provides ample storage and workshop space, perfect for hobbies or a business. Complementing this is a smaller shed that offers two horse boxes with holding pens and additional storage space. The land is predominantly flat to gently undulating, with fertile, free-draining soils. Subdivided into approx. 25 paddocks, predominately fenced with post and rail and accessed by a race, the property currently supports beef grazing but offers potential for equine pursuits or other ventures.

The property's boundary with the Matamata Golf Course is a unique feature, sure to appeal to golf enthusiasts, while the nearby Opal Hot Springs resort offers the opportunity to relax in naturally heated mineral waters. There are ample hiking and cycling opportunities in the area, including the North Island's tallest waterfall, Wairere Falls, and Hobbiton is also not far away. The property's central location, minutes from Matamata, also offers an easy commute to Cambridge, Hamilton, Tauranga, and Mt Maunganui.

Whether you are looking for that special, peaceful rural lifestyle, seeking a B&B opportunity, or downsizing from a larger landholding, this premium property delivers on all fronts.

Don’t miss your chance to embrace country living at its best. Contact us today to arrange a viewing.