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101 Giffords Road, Rapaura, Marlborough

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7,980m²

Multi-generational lifestyle property

Set proudly amidst Marlborough’s famous Sauvignon Blanc vineyards and enjoying a classic Rapaura view of the Richmond Range, this intriguing two-acre country estate boasts a three-storey homestead, a two-storey guest house, a tennis court, swimming pool and established garden.

Creatively designed and carefully crafted by renowned architect Sir Michael Fowler, “The Branches” was his Marlborough home. His predilection with historic barns produced buildings with classic proportions, attractive rooflines and a rustic elegance. A 250-metre tree-lined driveway takes you to generous parking, a quadrant bounded by four car garaging, the guest house, a courtyard and the main house.

The big house features open plan living and dining opening to a verandah running the length of the northern side. There is a snug, five bedrooms, three bathrooms and on the third floor, an office boasting a commanding view over the garden and vineyards to mountains beyond. The guest house can accommodate up to twelve people with a living room, kitchen, three bedrooms, three bathrooms and the Sunset Lounge, a bunkroom with window seats and table tennis. It is popular as an artist’s retreat, earns income from overnight accommodation and caters to extended family.

An inground swimming pool, asphalt tennis court and outdoor living with an open fire provide entertainment for family and friends. The gardens have been professionally designed to ensure privacy, shade, shelter and space for production as well as recreation. Vegetable gardens and numerous fruit trees help keep the larder full.

Within walking distance, the Wairau River Regional Park offers a range of outdoor activities including cycling, swimming, kayaking, leisurely walks, fishing or horse riding. There are several restaurants and winery cellar doors nearby. Blenheim and the Marlborough airport are within a 10-minute drive, while Rapaura school, Renwick school and services are only five minutes away. This is an opportunity to enjoy a taste of the good life in New Zealand’s sunniest region.

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Type

Lifestyle Section

Property ID

MA00374

Listed on

07/10/2025

Updated

06/11/2025

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 61 days (last updated on 7 October) and was last sold in 2003 for $1,100,000. Its latest rating valuation by Marlborough council is $2,850,000 as of 2023. This property has appeared in 2035 searches in the last 30 days. There are 2 7-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 7 properties for sale in Rapaura.

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Floor area

360m²

Land area

7,980m²

Type of title

Freehold

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Rapaura, Marlborough

Rapaura is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Marlborough, one of 36 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Rapaura is the 28th largest suburb of Marlborough in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Rapaura provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1910 - 1919. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 2000 - 2009. Residential housing stock in Rapaura is made up of approximately 56% residential housing , 1% residential investment housing and 43% lifestyle properties.

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