68 Snooks Road, Maungatapere, Whangārei

As featured on Country Calendar!

Featured on Country Calendar, October 2024, Kotare Farm offers the perfect mix of modern living, horticultural potential, and breathtaking rural views. If you're looking for space, privacy, and income opportunities, this 4.71-hectare (more or less) estate in sought-after Maungatapere is a must-see.

Built in 2010, the 246sqm brick and tile home is designed for comfort and functionality. It features three spacious bedrooms, including a luxurious master suite with an ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. The gourmet kitchen, with granite benchtops, flows seamlessly into the open-plan dining and lounge areas, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A second lounge offers flexibility as a media room, office, or playroom, while the double garage ensures ample storage and parking.

Step outside onto expansive decks and soak in the sweeping countryside views. The beautifully maintained home orchard, rock walls, and native bush create a peaceful setting, attracting an abundance of birdlife. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee or an evening drink, this is a place to truly unwind.

For those looking to explore income opportunities, this property has class one volcanic soil and two shares in the Maungatapere irrigation scheme, making it perfect for horticulture. Currently planted in feijoas, figs, and one of NZ's largest verified banana collections, it provides endless possibilities. A 9.6mx60m (576sqm) greenhouse, just three years old, offers further potential for subtropical cultivation. The double bay shed is ideal for farm equipment, and additional land could be used for livestock grazing. A powered storage shed could also serve as a sleepout, creating another income stream.

Located in a highly desirable rural district, Maungatapere offers an excellent primary school and bus services to Whangārei's secondary schools. With local amenities such as a sports complex, café, and bowling green, this is a community-focused area with a fantastic lifestyle on offer.

Lifestyle properties of this calibre are rare. Don't miss your chance! Contact Mike Williams or Jono Reeves at Bayleys today for a private viewing.