719 Waikare Road, Karetu, Far North

Nature's Retreat

Set on 6.6 hectares of well-utilised land, this established lifestyle property offers a peaceful rural escape with income opportunities, self-sufficiency, and space for the whole family - including your ponies. Just 10 minutes from Kawakawa and 20 minutes from the beaches of Paihia.
The character home offers a warm and welcoming feel, with four bedrooms, an office, and two beautifully renovated bathrooms. The open-plan living area features macrocarpa cathedral ceilings, Blackbutt timber floors, and a wood burner that brings comfort and ambience in the cooler months. In summer, open the doors to sunny patios and let the breeze flow through.
Outdoors, the facilities are extensive. Eight electric-fenced paddocks, two large post-and-rail yards and three covered yards support cattle, sheep, goats, chickens, and horses. Whether you're keen to indulge your love of the equestrian lifestyle, raise stock or simply enjoy the open space, everything is in place.
For those seeking multi-generational living, guest accommodation, or a rural hospitality venture, the separate tiny home and two sleepouts provide an ideal setup. The two insulated sleepouts are currently run as a popular farm-stay. The additional tiny home (currently occupied by family) features a large deck, studio bedroom, kitchenette, and bathroom. These consistently attract guests looking for an authentic countryside escape, delivering a reliable side income.
Self-sufficiency is highlighted, with your own fresh water supply, vegetable gardens, and productive orchard. A stream runs through the lower part of the property, surrounded by established native trees where kids can go eel fishing or look for glow worms.
Families are well catered for, with a sought-after primary school just 1.4km from the driveway and high school bus services nearby. A sealed road gives easy access to Kerikeri, Whangarei, and the wider Bay of Islands region.
The vendor is moving to be closer to family and will leave with a heavy heart—but also with confidence that this property offers a wonderful new chapter for its next owner.