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355 Bald Hill Road, Waiuku, Franklin

Name: Open Home - 01:45pm - 02:15pm
Start: 2026-08-29T01:45:00.000Z
End: 2026-08-29T02:15:00.000Z
Location: 355 Bald Hill Road

Tender, 17 Sep 2026 15:00

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ENTERTAINERS GRANDEUR WITH INCREDIBLE VIEWS!

Tender: Closes on Thursday 17 September 2026 at 3:00PM (unless sold prior)

Sellers: “We have purchased and will seriously consider all tenders!”

Positioned to capture breathtaking views across the expansive Aka Aka Flats and towards the Waikato River mouth, Totara Downs is an exceptional lifestyle property combining grand design, generous living, self-sufficiency and genuine country appeal! Known locally for its distinctive presence, this substantial 320m2 residence has been thoughtfully designed to embrace its elevated position and surrounding rural landscape. Extensive glazing draws the outlook into the home, creating a wonderful connection between the interiors and the countryside beyond..

With four bedrooms and three bathrooms, including an attached self-contained area, there is excellent flexibility for extended family, guests or genuine dual living. At the heart of the home, the impressive chef-style kitchen provides a central hub for entertaining and family life, complemented by multiple living areas and a feature Kent-style fireplace, plus two additional gas fires for year-round comfort in abundance.

Outside, Totara Downs delivers an enviable lifestyle spread over 10 acres (4.0469 Ha). The north-facing swimming pool is perfectly positioned for sunshine and entertaining, while bore water and solar panels add practical self-sufficiency. The established grounds also feature productive growing areas, potting shed, chicken coop and an impressive selection of fruit trees, including avocado, apple, pear, orange, cherry, plum, nectarine, lemon and lime.

Equestrian facilities add further versatility, with stables, an arena and convenient grazing animal access via the loading ramp, This opportunity is ideal for horse enthusiasts or those wanting to embrace a true rural lifestyle!

There is no need to compromise convenience.. Waiuku Township is just 5 minutes away, with Pukekohe approximately 15 minutes and the in zone Pukeoware School just down the road. With its spectacular outlook, substantial home, dual-living flexibility, pool, equestrian facilities and self-sufficient features, Totara Downs presents a rare opportunity to enjoy an exceptional lifestyle in the heart of Franklin!

PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS

• 320m2 architectural residence - Iconically known as Totara Downs

• Set on 4.0469Ha (10 acres) of land - (9 paddocks)

• Genuine dual-living option for extended family or guests

• Impressive chef-style kitchen and generous living spaces

• Extensive glazing capturing spectacular rural views

• Kent-style fireplace plus two additional gas fires

• North-facing swimming pool

• Bore water and solar panels

• Stables, horse arena and animal loading ramp

• Established fruit trees, growing areas, potting shed and chicken coop

• Excellent self-sufficient lifestyle potential

• Pukeoware School zone

• 5 minutes to Waiuku | 15 minutes to Pukekohe CBD

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Type

Lifestyle Property

Property ID

939290

Listed on

26/08/2026

Updated

6 hours ago

Open Homes2

Sat, 29 Aug

01:45PM - 02:15PM

Sun, 30 Aug

01:00PM - 01:30PM

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 1 days (last updated on 26 August) and was last sold in 2014 for $800,000. OneRoof now estimates this property to be $1,710,000 and its latest rating valuation by Franklin council is $1,670,000 as of 2023. This property has appeared in 1905 searches in the last 30 days. There are 57 4-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 164 properties for sale in Waiuku.

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Waiuku, Franklin

Waiuku is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Auckland, one of 269 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Waiuku is the 33rd largest suburb of Auckland in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Waiuku provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1880 - 1889. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 2000 - 2009. Residential housing stock in Waiuku is made up of approximately 88% residential housing , 1% residential investment housing and 11% lifestyle properties.

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