Set on a private peninsula with estuary frontage and sweeping views over the Kaipara Harbour, 68D Tuparekura Road offers a rare blend of peace, privacy and inspiration.
This is a place where nature takes centre stage – from the chorus of birdsong each morning to the ever-changing light dancing over the water.
With a bush backdrop, gently contoured land, and quality fencing ready for horses or stock, it’s more than a home – it’s a way of life. Here, you feel connected – not just to the land, but to something deeper.
As Harcourts agent Nicky Horsbrough captures it: “There is something truly special about this place. It’s not just the breathtaking views – being on a peninsula surrounded by nature, you don’t just observe the landscape, you feel part of it. There’s a peacefulness here that seeps into your soul.”
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Part of the welcoming Tupare community, residents share amenities like a tennis court, horse arena, and club rooms hosting quiz nights, line dancing and social gatherings. It’s a lifestyle that balances privacy with real connection.
Chuck and Kathy discovered this special site in South Head around a decade ago and carefully planned their G.J. Gardner brick-and-tile home, completed in 2014, with future-proof ease and comfort in mind.
Living areas open to a sunny patio overlooking the serene harbour and native bush – perfect for quiet reflection or relaxed entertaining.
Living areas open to a sunny patio overlooking the serene harbour and native bush. Photo / Supplied
The home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms and lots of off-street parking. Photo / Supplied
Much of their joy, however, comes from tending their land. The orchard flourishes with several varieties of apples, citrus and macadamias, alongside an impressive vegetable garden – think asparagus and seasonal favourites.
Chuck says the rich local soil seems to grow “just about everything”. They generously share surplus produce with neighbours and local food banks, strengthening community bonds.
On still evenings, you might spot returning godwits on the mudflats or a herd of wild deer moving through the marsh at twilight. Hundreds of native birds – herons, gulls, oystercatchers – frequent the estuary shores, creating a living tapestry of nature.
The property also includes a four-bay shed with stable facilities and room for boats or farm equipment.
The property sits on a private peninsula with estuary frontage and sweeping views over the Kaipara Harbour. Photo / Supplied
The vendors take much pleasure in tending their land with a flourishing orchard of several varieties of apples, citrus and macadamias, alongside an impressive vegetable garden. Photo / Supplied
Easy access to a nearby boat ramp means you can be out on the Kaipara in minutes, fishing for snapper or flounder and enjoying an outdoor shower afterward to rinse off the day’s salt.
Just 20 minutes from Helensville, this rural sanctuary merges seclusion with convenience. Excellent local schools and essential services are close by, making it ideal for families or retiring couples.
In the words of Nicky Horsbrough: “It’s not often a place with this much heart, community, and natural beauty comes to market. It’s something truly special.”
68D Tuparekura Road in South Head, Rodney, Auckland, is on the market for $2.195 million.
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