Set Date of Sale (Unless sold prior) 10 December, 2025 @4pm
Sanctuary with Soul in the Heart of Rodney
Sick of the rat race?
Seeking a private lifestyle retreat surrounded by pristine native bush?
Welcome to a rare sanctuary where nature, creativity, and tranquillity converge.
Nestled among ancient trees with views across regenerated native bush to Orewa Beach, this inviting family home, lovingly built by the late artist Daphne Mason, is set on approx. 24 hectares. (57 acres more or less)
This exceptional oasis features a crystal-clear freshwater stream alive with aquatic life and its own enchanting glow worms-a vibrant, living ecosystem at your door.
Features:
• Expansive windows and soaring walls crafted to elevate your art collection
• Open-plan living areas flow effortlessly to outdoor spaces, ideal for entertaining or quiet reflection
• Native birds such as tui, wood pigeon, and fantails regularly visit to drink from their water dish or feed in the puriri trees
• Fantastic brick and cedar home with 3 bedrooms including a serene master suite on the upper floor with private terrace
• Expansive living area upstairs suitable for creative space, art studio or work from home the choices are endless
• Private deck upstairs overlooking the property and outdoor patios
• Wood-burning fireplace for year-round comfort
• Internal-access with sizeable double garage and generous off-road parking
Lifestyle Highlights:
• Minutes to local markets, beaches, and the thriving heart of Silverdale and Orewa with its growing café and restaurant scene
• 5 minutes by car to SH1 for easy access to Auckland CBD, or 9 minutes to Silverdale Park and Ride
• Scope and space to extend the garden with your own distinctive creative flair
Ideally suited for remote work or a seamless commute, this residence offers a tranquil environment balancing productivity with lifestyle convenience. More than a home-it's a place to breathe, create, and reconnect.
Whether you are expats seeking a serene sanctuary surrounded by thriving native bush; business professionals seeking family space; artists, nature enthusiasts, or those yearning for a more balanced lifestyle; this Rodney retreat presents an exceptional opportunity to embrace a lifestyle blending outdoor adventure, creative expression, and peaceful relaxation.