There is a lot of property for sale right now, but which listing suits you best? OneRoof’s Buyers' Club series brings you the best in New Zealand real estate, from affordable starter homes to luxury mansions. We’ll highlight a range of homes from around the country that are worth your attention.
The beauty of living on an island in the Pacific is you’re never too far from the coast. And the fact that Kiwis love to get out on the salty brine means a marina is close at hand, whether you’re in bustling inner-city Auckland or in the Far North.
For landlubbers, living near a marina means salty air and sea views, but for water-lovers, being able to park the boat in the backyard is a dream come true. The following properties for sale right now have their own berth or are close to some of Aotearoa’s best marinas.
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1 Brownlee Close, Havelock, Marlborough | Deadline treaty closing August 18
With an RV of $435,000, this two-bedroom property could be a dream first home, an investment or a quiet getaway. It’s practical, well-presented and easy to look after, meaning you can spend your weekends cruising Pelorus and Queen Charlotte sounds.
Havelock is a cosy port village and is said to be the “green lip mussel capital of the world”, and from 1 Brownlee Close, a buyer would have easy access to the marina, local cafes, shops and Link Pathway, as well as enjoying tranquil estuary and valley views.
1 Brownlee Close, Havelock, is pitched as a gateway to the Marlborough Sounds. Photo / Supplied
Bayleys listing agent Will Porter says it has potential. “You could go away on holiday for six months, and when you get back it wouldn’t take long to knock it back into shape. It’s in a price bracket that gets people’s attention.
“You could use it for the 12 weeks a year when you want to and Airbnb it out in-between times and it would most certainly wipe its own face.”
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575A Laurie Southwick Parade, Gulf Harbour, Auckland | By negotiation
These two stylish townhouses are nearing completion at Gulf Harbour and should be ready to move into late August. They each feature three large double bedrooms with their own ensuite, double internal garaging and ducting heating and cooling.
The title and CCC on the two new-build townhouses at 575A Laurie Southwick Parade will be issued later this month. Photo / Supplied
Ray White listing agent Emma Miller says you can’t get any closer to the marina than this and that there’s a marina berth also up for grabs. “The Gulf Harbour Marina is so quiet, and these houses are immaculately built. The bedrooms are like stepping into a hotel.
“Gulf Harbour village has cafes and restaurants and there’s a pavilion on the waterway that residents can hire out for weddings and functions and things like that.
“It’s got a really European coastal feel.”
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7B McKenzie Road, Whangaroa, Far North | Price $899,000
The spectacular Whangaroa Harbour is the setting for this sunny and spacious, architectural home. The views are out of this world, and the light-filled, well-designed home has been built to maximise these to their full potential. It was crafted with care by the original owners – one an architect, the other a structural engineer – so you’re safe as houses here.
7B McKenzie Road, in Whangaroa, is on the market for the first time in over 30 years. Photo / Supplied
This part of the world is pure paradise for ocean-lovers, with the marina, sports fishing club and boat ramp just minutes from your doorstep.
Barfoot & Thompson listing agent Pam Finlay says the three-bedroom is “absolutely beautiful and perfectly north-facing for amazing sun. It’s also very private as it sits at the top of the road with no through traffic. The views are why you’d go there, and the marina is just across the road.”
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12 Waitemata Drive, One Tree Point, Whangārei | Price $1.72m
Whangarei’s Marsden Cove Marina is home to this lock-and-leave. The three-bedroom residence is an A1 build, designed for easy modern living, both inside and out. It comes with a half-share in both the boat ramp and pontoon, with the beautiful Bream Bay coastline and all the boating and fishing adventures it offers an easy cruise away.
12 Waitemata Drive offers waterfront luxury for under $2m. Photo / Supplied
Ray White listing agent Genna Jones says that to get a home of this calibre on the marina at this price point offers extraordinary value.
“It’s what I call an entry-level marina home. I’ve sold quite a few marina properties ranging from $1.9m to $2.3m. This is a dream for a boatie who doesn’t want to spend over $2m,” she says.
“It’s perfect for someone who’s retiring but is still active and still wants to get out on the boat.”
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97B Shelly Beach Road, St Marys Bay, Auckland | Price $4.995m
The list would not be complete without a home overlooking Westhaven Marina, Auckland’s iconic harbourside anchorage. This north-facing, four-bedroom luxury residence also showcases snapshots of the harbour bridge, Rangitoto Island and the full living canvas of the Auckland City skyline.
Complete with a pool, flexible floor plan and extensive double glazing, the property is also just an easy scroll from the marina, Westhaven Promenade, First Mates Last Laugh, Sails and Bravo at Cracker Bay.
The luxury home at 97B Shelly Beach Road looks out over the marina and to Rangitoto Island. Photo / Supplied
In her listing, Bayleys agent Kate Fielding says the 343sqm house offers the freedom of a standalone home without sacrificing convenience. “It’s an ideal apartment alternative for buyers who prefer to avoid lifts, body corporate obligations and the compromises often associated with apartment living.”
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