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682 Kauaeranga Valley Road, Thames, Thames-Coromandel

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200m²

6.78ha

A Lifestyle Defined by Nature + Business!

Looking for a property that harmoniously blends sweeping river views, a private shoreline, and a meticulously relocated and renovated 1930s villa complemented by boutique Airbnb cabins?

Welcome to 682 Kauaeranga Valley Road, Thames, an exceptional Coromandel riverfront estate offering both peace and possibility in equal measure.

Set across 6.7820 hectares, this remarkable holding features 1km of direct river frontage, granting unparalleled access to one of the Coromandel's most iconic natural settings. The land gently slopes toward the Kauaeranga River, offering commanding views while showcasing a graceful blend of mature evergreen and deciduous trees, interspersed with open lawn spaces perfect for gardening, outdoor gatherings, or simply absorbing the tranquillity of your surroundings.

Currently operating as an established boutique holiday accommodation, the estate includes well-reviewed Airbnb lodgings with further scope to expand. The property's natural contours and privacy invite future possibilities such as glamping domes, tents, or additional cabins, ideal for those envisioning a sanctuary of rest and recreation under star-filled skies.

At the heart of the property stands the 1930s villa homestead, gracefully positioned along the ridge line to capture sweeping vistas of the valley and river below. Featuring three to four bedrooms, multiple lounges, a country-style kitchen and dining area, sunroom, and generous indoor/outdoor family zones, the home combines timeless character with contemporary comfort. A flexible floor plan provides the freedom to tailor the living arrangement to your needs.

Expansive windows and doors in the open-plan kitchen and family space invite the outdoors in, framing the ever-changing beauty of the surrounding landscape. The kitchen is spacious, functional, and inviting, featuring ample cabinetry, updated appliances, and a large island at its heart. Whether hosting a festive gathering or sharing a relaxed meal, this is a space designed for connection. Seamless flow extends to the covered deck and wraparound verandah, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle.

River Valley Escapes the Coromandel Lifestyle Awaits

Imagine mornings spent savoring coffee on the deck overlooking the river, midday adventures paddling your kayak or paddleboard from your private shoreline, afternoons exploring one of the 21 nearby hiking trails, and evenings dining alfresco beneath a canopy of stars, thanks to the region's minimal light pollution.

The property currently offers a selection of accommodation options, including:

Studio Retreat

Two - River View Studios

Two - One-Bedroom Residences

Laundry for accommodation units

Accommodation chattels and furnishings included + website

Provision for a further eight Glamping Domes/Tents

Provision for two additional Dwelling Pads 

(All just 10 minutes from Thames township and hospital)

Surrounded by the pristine Coromandel Forest Park, the estate enjoys easy access to an unspoiled wilderness of walking tracks, from gentle valley strolls to the renowned Pinnacles climb. The landscape here is one of remarkable natural beauty, with rugged hills, clear streams, regenerating native forest, and the dramatic 300-metre Sleeping Gods Canyon waterfall nearby.

In total, the estate encompasses eight bedrooms, six kitchens, and six bathrooms, 8 toilets, complemented by multiple sheds and the prepared pads for future expansion of additional dwellings. Free-range paddocks, home to alpacas, chickens, complete this idyllic rural tableau.

While there are other riverfront properties, few offer such a synthesis of potential, privacy, and scenic grandeur. This is not simply a home and income opportunity it is a chance to live differently and to embrace river life at its most refined.

682 Kauaeranga Valley Road, Thames, is a property that must be visited and experienced to be fully appreciated. Viewings are by appointment through the vendor's exclusive agent.

Note: CV and last sale price do not reflect the current market value, nor do they include the property renovations, land clearance or the additional 5 holiday units constructed since the ratable valuation assessment and the last sale price.

TCDC Rates: $3,532.74 / Waikato Regional Rates: $2,501.54

Additional details

Type

Lifestyle Property

Property ID

RX4741653

Listed on

10/10/2025

Updated

yesterday

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 59 days (last updated on 10 October) and was last sold in 2022 for $1,000,000. OneRoof now estimates this property to be $975,000 and its latest rating valuation by Thames-Coromandel council is $980,000 as of 2023. This property has appeared in 9315 searches in the last 30 days. There are 3 8-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 124 properties for sale in Thames.

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Floor area

130m²

Land area

6.78ha

Type of title

Freehold

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Thames, Thames-Coromandel

Thames is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Coromandel, one of 39 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Thames is the 3rd largest suburb of Coromandel in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Thames 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 1970 - 1979. Residential housing stock in Thames is made up of approximately 85% residential housing , 2% residential investment housing and 13% lifestyle properties.

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