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1053 Taniwha Road, Waerenga, Waikato

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280m²

1ha

Character, Scale & Modern Luxury

Some homes carry history. Others offer lifestyle.

This one delivers both.

Set on approximately 1 hectare of usable land, this beautifully restored 1910s villa has undergone an extensive transformation, carefully renovated from the ground up to preserve its character while introducing the comfort and infrastructure of modern living.

From the moment you arrive, the property feels established and thoughtfully developed. The driveway has been levelled and re-metalled, gardens landscaped, and trees planted to frame the home. The extensive orchard is thriving, with drains installed and 30 fruit trees creating a productive lifestyle setting alongside raised vegetable beds and rebuilt chicken facilities.

This is a property designed for those who want space to grow, create, and enjoy a true lifestyle.

Inside, the villa has been completely stripped back and rebuilt with care. The home was fully gutted during renovation, allowing insulation to be installed underfloor, in the walls, and in the roof, while the property was rewired and replumbed.

Original character has been protected and enhanced throughout. Ceilings have been lifted back to their original heights, new trims and scotias installed, and the timber floors carefully repaired, sanded, and polished through the lounge, hallway, and bedrooms.

At the heart of the home sits a beautiful country kitchen, featuring new cabinetry, a large central island, and a separate scullery. The living edge Kauri benchtop adds warmth and craftsmanship, while modern appliances including a near new oven, cooktop, and dishwasher ensure the space works effortlessly for everyday life and entertaining.

The home offers a flexible layout designed to suit a range of lifestyles. Currently configured as four bedrooms and one living area, the floorplan can also be easily adapted to three bedrooms and two living spaces, with double doors from the fourth bedroom allowing the room to open and extend the main living area when desired.

Accommodation is supported by two well appointed bathrooms, including a semi ensuite positioned at one end of the home and a private ensuite servicing the front bedroom. A separate toilet, laundry and dedicated study add further practicality.

At the rear of the property, an additional utility room is currently being restored, offering further potential for storage, hobbies, or workspace. This area also features a covered outdoor entertaining zone complete with a built in grill and pizza oven, positioned alongside the garden shed and utility area creating a fantastic space for relaxed outdoor dining, entertaining, and enjoying the surrounding gardens.

Outside, the property continues to deliver practicality with three car garaging and a flattened building platform already prepared, ideal for those looking to add a substantial shed, workshop, or further lifestyle infrastructure.

Both bathrooms have been fully redesigned and rebuilt, with the main bathroom expanded and fully tiled. New vanities, showers, fittings, and lighting create refined spaces that complement the villa’s original charm.

Behind the scenes, significant structural work has already been completed, including piles replaced where required, joists strengthened, and major infrastructure upgrades throughout the home. Extensive list of renovations available on request

The result is a property that feels established, functional, and ready to enjoy.

Whether you're dreaming of orchard living, growing your own produce, raising animals, or simply enjoying the privacy and space of lifestyle land, this property offers the freedom to do it all.

Conveniently located, you are just steps from sought after Wearenga Primary School, a well regarded rural school located directly across the road. Te Kauwhata township is approximately 10 minutes away, with motorway access just a further 5 minutes beyond, providing an easy connection to both Auckland and Hamilton while still enjoying the peace and privacy of rural living.

A classic villa.

A modern renovation.

And a lifestyle that is becoming harder to find.

Viewings are strictly by appointment only.

Contact Aidan on Kirsten to arrange a viewing.

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Type

House

Property ID

eagle_1738198

Listed on

04/03/2026

Updated

2 hours ago

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 2 days (last updated on 4 March) and was last sold in 2021 for $880,000. OneRoof now estimates this property to be $950,000 and its latest rating valuation by Waikato council is $875,000 as of 2023. This property has appeared in 1192 searches in the last 30 days. There are 2 properties for sale in Waerenga.

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Floor Area

178m²

Land Area

1ha

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Waerenga, Waikato

Waerenga is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Waikato, one of 67 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Waerenga is the 24th largest suburb of Waikato in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Waerenga 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 Waerenga is made up of approximately 6% residential housing and 94% lifestyle properties.

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