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22 Phillips Road, Motu, Gisborne

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7.20 haย Land area SQM
3ย Bedrooms
1ย Bathrooms
1ย Parking

Asking Price NZ$609,000

Conservationist's lifestyle paradise!


Nestled in the heart of New Zealand, this historical home is surrounded by an extensive selection of eco-sourced plants, making it the perfect place to live off the land and enjoy the good life in pleasant surroundings.

From beautiful perennial beds to bountiful orchards and productive vegetable gardens, this property offers a range of opportunities to cultivate and enjoy the beauty of nature. With ponds and wetland areas enhanced by large-scale arboretum like plantings, you'll find plenty of paths, garden rooms, and picnic areas to enjoy.

If you're interested in farming, this property also features paddocks for grazing stock, supported by a rustic woolshed and yards. Here, you can experience the joys of rural life first hand.
But perhaps the best part of this property is its location. Whether you enjoy hunting, fishing, shooting, cycling, running, or tramping, this property is the gateway to the great outdoors. With the Motu River and the Cycle Trail right at your doorstep, you'll have endless opportunities for outdoor adventure.

Nearby, you'll also find the Kiwi Sanctuary, Whinary Scenic Reserve, and the Motu Falls, all of which are easily accessible from the property. And if you're up for a bit of a drive, the Waioeka Gorge is just a short distance away, with all the hiking, camping, and outdoor recreation opportunities you could ask for.

Despite its idyllic location, this property is also part of a great rural community. Situated equidistant from Gisborne and Opotiki, you'll find a welcoming community that shares your love of nature and the great outdoors.
In addition to all its other features, this property also offers the potential for further development. With its beautiful surroundings and proximity to popular outdoor destinations, this property could easily be turned into a thriving accommodation business.
In short, if you're looking for a conservationist's lifestyle paradise, look no further than this beautiful property. With its extensive gardens, sustainable farming practices, and unparalleled access to nature, this property truly offers the best of both worlds.

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With its historical home, rustic woolshed, and yards, you already have the beginnings of a charming bed and breakfast or guesthouse. And with the beautiful gardens, orchards, and ponds on the property, you can offer your guests a truly unique and memorable experience.

But the potential for development doesn't stop there. With plenty of land available, you could also consider building additional cabins, cottages, or even a campground. There's no shortage of demand for eco-friendly and sustainable accommodations, and this property is perfectly positioned to take advantage of that trend.

And of course, with all the outdoor recreation opportunities in the area, your guests will have plenty to do. Whether they're fishing in the Motu River, hiking in the nearby reserves, or simply enjoying a picnic in one of the garden rooms, they'll love the opportunity to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature.

So if you're looking for an investment opportunity that combines the best of both worlds - a sustainable lifestyle and a profitable business - this property is the perfect choice. With its potential for further development and its stunning natural surroundings, it's a rare opportunity that shouldn't be missed.

Nikki McHugh

Nikki McHugh


Bousfield Macpherson Ltd, Bayleys,
Licensed under the REA Act 2008

Features

7.2 Hectares


Rustic woolshed and yards with grazing

Country location


Great rural community, close to Motu river, cycle trail, Kiwi and Tuatara sanctuary, Motu and Whinray scenic reserve

Historical home


Original features

Parklike grounds


Ponds and wetland areas with eco-sourced plants. Extensive selection of plants and trees, bountiful orchards, and vegetable gardens