Run to the Surf by Louise Roke

A rare opportunity to purchase one or two 809 square metres sections with views of the hills, next to Awana, Great Barrier Island's best known surf beach. Awana is one of those special places that has changed little since the 60s. For kids and less able swimmers, the river and estuary at the north end is perfect for swimming at high tide, or picnic in the shade of the giant Pohutukawa at the snorkling and diving beach south of the main surf beach. The owners, whose home is adjacent to the sections (and also for sale see the listing "By the Beautiful Beach"), have loved living here and so will you! Buy one section or both, or even better, buy the house as well to give you 3/4 of an acre (3236 square metres) just three minutes walk from the beach on this magical island, one of only three places in the world that has been recognised as a Dark Skies Sanctuary. Don't be the one who says in years to come, I should have, I could have...' Section prices: $178,000 (with water tank) and $175,000. Call the Rokes directly to view.