79 Sharp Road, Matakana, Rodney

A modern barn with soul

A masterclass in rural architecture, this custom designed barn in Matakana, north Auckland, captures the beauty of New Zealand's natural materials and the honesty of simple, enduring design.

Situated on 4.1 hectares with part grazing and a parcel of covenanted bush, the property and barn allows considerations to be made for an additional main residence (RC approved), to further capitalise on the countryside and coastal scenery that reaches to the harbour at Sandspit.

The building blends industrial edge with organic warmth; an architect designed modern barn in a rural setting.

Craftsmanship takes centre stage throughout, with fabricated custom cabinetry, trusses, barn doors, steel and timber joinery, beds and shelving.

Half of the building is a soaring, versatile barn space: garaging, workshop, studio or future creative hub. The remaining half is a beautifully resolved one bedroom (plus loft) apartment that lives far larger than its footprint, with the loft above offering a 35sqm mezzanine room that serves purpose as a studio, office, guest or second lounge with stunning country views.

With its high stud, timber sarked walls, exposed trusses, skylights and oversized double glazed joinery, the volume is both functional and beautifully atmospheric.

Industrial lighting from a 1930s factory coupled with steel and timber sliding doors reinforce the cool, rural modern aesthetic.

Multiple ceiling heights (2.7M - 6.0M), kitchen with side pantry, open lounge zone and 10 seater dining space deliver rare generosity. A rich palette of New Zealand grown timbers, including Chestnut, Totara, Macrocarpa, Cedar, Lawson Cypress and Eucalyptus, gives the home its signature warmth, texture and natural aroma.

Outside, the philosophy of living with the land continues; tiered vegetable and garden beds, an orchard, glasshouse and a potting shed crafted with reclaimed kauri windows, are just steps from the kitchen and form an amphitheatre for outdoor gatherings around the sheltered firepit. Two fenced paddocks, and auto gated entry complete the picture, and add to your privacy.

This is a unique opportunity to own an architect designed, New Zealand made rural space where craftsmanship, natural materials and modern barn living come together in effortless harmony.

The hard work is complete, the landscaping replete, and the on-ramp is open for you to add a master residence in your own time.

This stunning property is 45 minutes north of the Auckland Harbour Bridge and a short drive to Matakana Markets, Sandspit Yacht Club, Omaha Beach and the many award-winning establishments that this nationally acclaimed area is renowned for.

Offer close date; 4pm, Thursday 9th April 2026 (unless sold prior). Do not delay, register your interest, and call Kellie now for further property details and inspection times.

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