Parua Bay Bush Sanctuary

Introducing an expansive family home, nestled in a truly majestic and secluded setting, offering the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, just moments from town yet feeling a world away.

As you step through the front door, the internally accessed two-car garage lies conveniently to the left. Ascend the foyer to the second level, where a generous master suite awaits, complete with a Juliet balcony, a dual-access ensuite featuring a bath, and a spacious walk-in robe. Just down the hall, you'll find the office, a light-filled space with high ceilings and a unique mezzanine storage area.

Continue up to the third level, where natural light floods the open-plan living, dining and kitchen. The space is defined by stunning wooden floors and exposed timber beams, which perfectly complement the home's natural surroundings. Bifold doors on the eastern side open out to a wraparound deck, ideal for an evening soak in the spa. On the northern side, more bifold doors lead to a decked courtyard, enclosed by lush gardens, offering a peaceful setting for alfresco dining. From here, the view stretches across the serene bushland, past the iconic Pataua Mountain, and out to the expansive ocean.

Returning indoors, a hallway brings you to the fourth level, where three bedrooms, a separate toilet, and a bathroom form the ideal guest retreat. The northern-facing bedrooms open onto the garden, with a charming pathway that winds from the courtyard and deck up the hill to a secluded viewing platform. Elevated above the property, this is the perfect spot to sit back and take in the breathtaking panoramic views.

As you follow the path back down, passing through a variety of fruit trees and vibrant vegetable gardens, you'll come upon the entrance to a private bush walk. This enchanting trail winds along the ridge of a valley, meandering through the covenanted native forest filled with towering trees, including ancient Puriri, accompanied by birdsong during the day and the call of Ruru (Morepork) as night falls.

Located a short drive up Owhiwa Road, the Parua Bay Tavern and Outboard Boating Club (the best facilities to launch and retrieve trailer boats) are only 3.2 km, Parua Bay Village and School are 3.3 km, the Pines Golf Club is 5.5 km, and it's an easy 19 km drive to Whangarei CBD.