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496 Waikaka Road, Matiere, Ruapehu

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111m²

5.07ha

Peaceful Lifestyle Retreat on 5 Hectares

Nestled in the tranquil countryside community of Matiere, this unique lifestyle property offers the perfect blend of family comfort, and flexible living opportunities. Set on approximately 5 hectares of peaceful rural land and located just 35 minutes drive from Taumarunui, this is a property designed for those wanting space, privacy, and lifestyle freedom.

The main dwelling features a warm and welcoming 3 bedroom home, with open-plan living designed for easy family life. A wood fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere through the cooler months, while the bathroom features a decent sized modern shower and there is a separate laundry for practicality and convenience.

The property keeps giving with the modern and stylish tiny home, ideal for extended family, guest accommodation, Airbnb potential, or additional income opportunities. A separate sleepout, plus an additional home office or play room that provides even more flexibility for working from home, creative pursuits, or extra accommodation needs.

Outside, the property is exceptionally well-equipped with an XL carport, XXL garage, and additional open storage garage perfect for vehicles, equipment, tools, or recreational toys.

For those dreaming of a more sustainable lifestyle, the land offers grazing areas, established garden space, and a chicken coop setup, giving buyers the opportunity to live more off the land. Current animals may also be negotiable as part of the sale.

Property Highlights:

3 bedroom family home (2 Large Rooms and one smaller)

A modern tiny home with multiple use options

Separate sleepout plus separate hobby room or small office

Open-plan living

An updated bathroom

Separate laundry

XL carport - Attached to the home

Good Shedding

5 hectares (more or less) of peaceful lifestyle land

Grazing paddocks, gardens, and chicken coop area

Orchid and Fruit Trees

Approx. 35 minutes to Taumarunui township

Negotiable livestock

Whether you are searching for a peaceful family lifestyle, multi-generational living, work-from-home flexibility, or the opportunity to generate additional income, this versatile rural retreat delivers exceptional potential in a beautiful setting.

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Additional details

Type

Lifestyle Property

Property ID

TPTR9218

Listed on

29/05/2026

Updated

4 days ago

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Floor Area

143m²

Property Type

Lifestyle Property

Land Area

5.07ha

Decade Built

1980s

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Waimiha-Ongarue is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Ruapehu, one of 13 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Waimiha-Ongarue is the 7th largest suburb of Ruapehu in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Waimiha-Ongarue provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1900 - 1909. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 1950 - 1959. Residential housing stock in Waimiha-Ongarue is made up of approximately 77% residential housing and 23% lifestyle properties.

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