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828 Ram Paddock Road, Waipara, Hurunui

Deadline Sale: 30th April 2026 at 12pm (USP)

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4.95ha

Claremont: A Landmark, A Legacy

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Close to Christchurch, a landmark of Canterbury heritage, Claremont stands as a remarkable countryside estate defined by architectural presence, historic lineage and a spectacular natural setting in the renowned Waipara wine-growing region.

Set across 4.496ha hectares of landscaped grounds, the limestone homestead commands its position with a classical Georgian profile, expansive proportions and a level of craftsmanship that places it among New Zealand's most distinguished rural residences.

Built in 1886 and refined through extensive restorations in 2000/2001 and again in 2020, the 587sqm accommodation carries the character of a grand country house, offering a sequence of formal and informal living rooms, conservatory spaces and a flawlessly appointed kitchen grounded by timber joinery and bespoke detailing. Six bedrooms and multiple bathrooms, including five en-suites, support large-scale living, while open fireplaces, central heating, and curated finishes bring lasting comfort to the home's historic framework.

A three-bedroom, self-contained caretaker's cottage adds further accommodation or operational flexibility, enhancing the property's versatility. The grounds heighten the estate's sense of occasion, with terraced gardens, mature trees, orchard plantings, and a tennis court, while sheltered outdoor terraces offer ample space for entertaining. Furthermore, the property's limestone-rich soils, suited to Pinot Noir, and truffiere's add notable depth to horticultural possibilities.

The core 4.945-hectare homestead holding forms the foundation of the offering, but purchasers can incorporate the adjoining Lots 2 and 3, as well as the estate's private nature reserve, an extraordinary landscape of limestone escarpment, sculptural rock forms and the renowned Waipara Gorge, extending the estate's appeal into a league entirely its own.

Combined with its history as a celebrated luxury lodge, the property offers compelling potential as a private residence, boutique tourism venture, viticulture project or future development, just 15 minutes outside of Amberley and just 45 minutes from Christchurch International Airport.

With its scale, pedigree and extraordinary setting, Claremont presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to secure one of Canterbury's finest rural estates.

For the complete suite of information relating to Claremont, please contact Kathryn.

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Lifestyle Property

Property ID

L38906556

Listed on

02/02/2026

Updated

9 days ago

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Waipara, Hurunui

Waipara is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Hurunui, one of 26 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Waipara is the 6th largest suburb of Hurunui in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Waipara 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 1950 - 1959. Residential housing stock in Waipara is made up of approximately 69% residential housing and 31% lifestyle properties.

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