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18 Woodleigh Lane, Mangawhai, Kaipara

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278m²

6,323m²

A sanctuary to call your own

Looking for a peaceful escape that blends modern luxury, nature, and lifestyle? This private sanctuary delivers it all - a refined retreat surrounded by native bush, landscaped gardens, and the soothing sounds of birdsong.

Set on an elevated 6323sqm section within Mangawhai’s prestigious gated community The Sanctuary, this property offers privacy, beauty, and effortless living in one exceptional package. With the Brynderwyn Ranges as your backdrop and tranquillity at every turn, every day here feels like a retreat.

The 278sqm single-level linea weatherboard home is both contemporary and functional, designed to capture the sun in every room. A welcoming entryway opens to an expansive open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area - the true heart of the home - bathed in natural light enhanced by solar tube lighting throughout the space. The kitchen features a butler’s pantry and high-quality finishes including a double wall oven, while a separate media room with a sliding barn door offers the perfect spot for movie nights. An additional multi-use room currently serves as an art studio and office, adding versatility to the home’s generous layout.

In the east wing, which can be closed off from the rest of the house, the master suite offers outdoor access, a walk-in wardrobe, and an ensuite. Three further bedrooms are generously sized with built-in wardrobes, while the main bathroom features a bath, shower and toilet, with an additional powder room for your guests convenience. This wing also includes a separate tiled laundry, a dedicated study and an internal double garage, ensuring practicality blends seamlessly with comfort. Storage is abundant throughout, including a drop down staircase into the attic for all of those larger items you want out of sight. Thoughtful features such as a two separate ducted air conditioning systems, a central vacuum system, and solar panels with a tesla battery enhance both convenience and energy efficiency.

Outdoors, two expansive decked areas invite you to relax or entertain while enjoying the tranquil native bush and stream backdrop. Raised garden beds, manicured lawns, and a pathway leading to a private bridge and two garden sheds - perfect for projects or hobbies - make this property as practical as it is beautiful. You’ll even find space for a golf cart or a boat at the front of the home!

Set at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, there’s no road noise here - just peace, privacy, and the call of the kiwi at night. Living in The Sanctuary means more than just a beautiful home; it’s a lifestyle. Enjoy exclusive access to shared facilities including tennis courts, an adventure playground, scenic bush walks, and non-motorised water sports on the lakes. The security is enhanced with CCTV and electric gates that can be controlled with advanced safety giving that extra piece of mind.

The Sanctuary is the closest lifestyle gated community to Mangawhai Heads with the stunning estuary and surf beach just five minutes away. The thriving town has all the amenities with a great selection of shops, cafes, and restaurants.

This is where luxury meets tranquility - a home that truly ticks every box. All that’s left is for you to come and make it yours.

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Property ID

1154505

Listed on

07/10/2025

Updated

24/11/2025

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 60 days (last updated on 7 October) and was last sold in 2021 for $2,150,000. Its latest rating valuation by Kaipara council is $1,910,000 as of 2023. This property has appeared in 2961 searches in the last 30 days. There are 45 4-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 150 properties for sale in Mangawhai.

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Mangawhai, Kaipara

Mangawhai is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Kaipara, one of 21 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Mangawhai is the 3rd largest suburb of Kaipara in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Mangawhai provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1890 - 1899. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 2010 - 2019. Residential housing stock in Mangawhai is made up of approximately 37% residential housing and 63% lifestyle properties.

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