A Peninsula of your own
Ten hectares, a private beach, exceptional architecture and one of the Bay of Islands' most commanding waterfront positions, just three kilometres from Russell.
There are waterfront homes, and then there are properties where the land itself creates the experience.
Set across its own 10.38-hectare peninsula above Uruti Bay, this remarkable Russell estate occupies an exceptionally private position, with water wrapping around the headland and views across the Bay of Islands towards Waitangi.
Yet Russell township is only three kilometres away.
Parkland rolls towards the coast. Native bush and walking tracks weave through the land. Olive groves, orchards and established gardens create a mature landscape, while below the house a sheltered beach, boatshed and deep-water mooring connect the estate to the water.
At its centre is a Noel Martin-designed residence, completed in 2018 by master builder Andy Grierson.
Despite its approximately 900sqm footprint, the home feels remarkably comfortable and welcoming. Separate wings radiate from a dramatic seven-metre-high great room, creating spaces for everyday living, extended family or a house full of guests.
The kitchen opens to covered outdoor living, where long lunches drift into sunset evenings overlooking the bay. Elsewhere, quiet spaces invite you to retreat and enjoy the solitude.
Four bedrooms and six bathrooms include three ensuited bedrooms and a master suite in its own private wing. A study, studio and upstairs games room add flexibility, while a deep triple garage connects to a mudroom and bathroom.
Bayleys salesperson Lauren Mirabito says the property's scale is only part of its appeal.
“What I love about this home is that it gives you both worlds. You can have family and friends here, entertain on a large scale and really enjoy everything the property offers, but you can just as easily find your own quiet corner, switch off and feel completely removed from everything.”
And here, the lifestyle extends well beyond the house.
Riparian rights take the property to the water's edge, where a private beach sits below the residence. Alongside it, the boatshed, with facilities and its own fireplace, has become another living space; somewhere to swim, light the barbecue, gather with family and friends or spend an evening beside the water.
For boating enthusiasts, the appeal is compelling. Boat launching is available approximately two hours either side of high tide, while a deep-water mooring with approximately 2.5 metres of depth sits close to the home, making it easy to head out into the Bay.
From here, the Bay of Islands is quite literally on your doorstep. Days unfold by boat, exploring sheltered bays, islands and beaches, before returning home to your own peninsula.
On the opposite side of the headland, a helicopter landing area provides another arrival point.
David Baguley says it is the complete combination that sets the property apart.
“There are beautiful homes throughout the Bay of Islands, but very few offer this level of privacy, scale and access to the water while still being so close to Russell. You can walk down to your own beach, step onto your boat and head out into the Bay, then be back home surrounded by ten hectares of your own land. That is what makes this property genuinely special.”
A separate entrance leads to the black barn, with accommodation suitable for guests or a caretaker. Further sheds and farm infrastructure make the estate practical to manage.
Paddocks, cattle yards and walking tracks extend through the property, alongside an orchard producing citrus, apples and avocados and an olive grove yielding approximately 160 litres of oil annually. People familiar with the estate have indicated they would be keen to remain involved in its care, subject to separate arrangements with the new owner.
For its owners, this has been a home rather than an occasional escape, somewhere to live immersed in the landscape and enjoy the Bay of Islands throughout the year.
Their decision to move closer to extended family creates an opportunity for a new custodian to take ownership of a property exceedingly difficult to replicate.
Pricing has been refined and an extensive chattels list accompanies the property.
Lauren Mirabito and David Baguley encourage interested buyers to come and have the conversation.
“Interested parties should not assume the estate sits beyond reach simply because of its scale. The owners have made the decision to move forward and are genuinely open to a conversation with anyone who can see themselves here. With pricing now refined, come and talk to us, you may be pleasantly surprised by where that conversation leads.”
For all the architecture, acreage, beach, boatshed, mooring and supporting infrastructure, perhaps the greatest luxury is simpler.
It is waking up on a Bay of Islands peninsula that is, for all practical purposes, your own.
There are waterfront homes, and then there are properties where the land itself creates the experience.
Set across its own 10.38-hectare peninsula above Uruti Bay, this remarkable Russell estate occupies an exceptionally private position, with water wrapping around the headland and views across the Bay of Islands towards Waitangi.
Yet Russell township is only three kilometres away.
Parkland rolls towards the coast. Native bush and walking tracks weave through the land. Olive groves, orchards and established gardens create a mature landscape, while below the house a sheltered beach, boatshed and deep-water mooring connect the estate to the water.
At its centre is a Noel Martin-designed residence, completed in 2018 by master builder Andy Grierson.
Despite its approximately 900sqm footprint, the home feels remarkably comfortable and welcoming. Separate wings radiate from a dramatic seven-metre-high great room, creating spaces for everyday living, extended family or a house full of guests.
The kitchen opens to covered outdoor living, where long lunches drift into sunset evenings overlooking the bay. Elsewhere, quiet spaces invite you to retreat and enjoy the solitude.
Four bedrooms and six bathrooms include three ensuited bedrooms and a master suite in its own private wing. A study, studio and upstairs games room add flexibility, while a deep triple garage connects to a mudroom and bathroom.
Bayleys salesperson Lauren Mirabito says the property's scale is only part of its appeal.
“What I love about this home is that it gives you both worlds. You can have family and friends here, entertain on a large scale and really enjoy everything the property offers, but you can just as easily find your own quiet corner, switch off and feel completely removed from everything.”
And here, the lifestyle extends well beyond the house.
Riparian rights take the property to the water's edge, where a private beach sits below the residence. Alongside it, the boatshed, with facilities and its own fireplace, has become another living space; somewhere to swim, light the barbecue, gather with family and friends or spend an evening beside the water.
For boating enthusiasts, the appeal is compelling. Boat launching is available approximately two hours either side of high tide, while a deep-water mooring with approximately 2.5 metres of depth sits close to the home, making it easy to head out into the Bay.
From here, the Bay of Islands is quite literally on your doorstep. Days unfold by boat, exploring sheltered bays, islands and beaches, before returning home to your own peninsula.
On the opposite side of the headland, a helicopter landing area provides another arrival point.
David Baguley says it is the complete combination that sets the property apart.
“There are beautiful homes throughout the Bay of Islands, but very few offer this level of privacy, scale and access to the water while still being so close to Russell. You can walk down to your own beach, step onto your boat and head out into the Bay, then be back home surrounded by ten hectares of your own land. That is what makes this property genuinely special.”
A separate entrance leads to the black barn, with accommodation suitable for guests or a caretaker. Further sheds and farm infrastructure make the estate practical to manage.
Paddocks, cattle yards and walking tracks extend through the property, alongside an orchard producing citrus, apples and avocados and an olive grove yielding approximately 160 litres of oil annually. People familiar with the estate have indicated they would be keen to remain involved in its care, subject to separate arrangements with the new owner.
For its owners, this has been a home rather than an occasional escape, somewhere to live immersed in the landscape and enjoy the Bay of Islands throughout the year.
Their decision to move closer to extended family creates an opportunity for a new custodian to take ownership of a property exceedingly difficult to replicate.
Pricing has been refined and an extensive chattels list accompanies the property.
Lauren Mirabito and David Baguley encourage interested buyers to come and have the conversation.
“Interested parties should not assume the estate sits beyond reach simply because of its scale. The owners have made the decision to move forward and are genuinely open to a conversation with anyone who can see themselves here. With pricing now refined, come and talk to us, you may be pleasantly surprised by where that conversation leads.”
For all the architecture, acreage, beach, boatshed, mooring and supporting infrastructure, perhaps the greatest luxury is simpler.
It is waking up on a Bay of Islands peninsula that is, for all practical purposes, your own.
Key features
Waterfront
A private beach, boatshed, moorings and riparian rights provide direct access to the Bay of Islands lifestyle.
Location
Just 3km from Russell, this exclusive peninsula estate delivers exceptional privacy while remaining close to cafés, services and coastal attractions.
Layout
Separate accommodation wings balance large-scale entertaining with private retreats for everyday living and relaxation.
Lifestyle
Ten hectares of park-like grounds, native bush, orchards, olive groves and walking tracks offer an exceptional coastal lifestyle.
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