742 Maungatautari Road, Cambridge, Waipa

The Lake House

Rarely do properties this special, in a location this breathtaking, come to market.

The Lake House captures everything we love about lakeside living. From the moment you step inside, you are drawn through the split-level home and met with the most incredible view over Lake Karapiro - one of New Zealand's most treasured lakes. It is the kind of view that stops you in your tracks, changing with the seasons, the light, the weather, and the daily activity on the water beyond.

There is a warmth and texture to this home that feels instantly grounding. Natural timber, beautiful detail, and a wood burner that invites you to slow down, sit by the fire, and simply watch the lake shift and glow beyond the windows. The kitchen and dining area shares that same outlook - cooking and gathering here with the lake as your backdrop is something quite special.

The layout is incredibly clever, offering four bedrooms in total, with a private master wing and a separate additional wing featuring two bedrooms, a bathroom, office, and living space with its own cosy log burner. It is ideal for guests, extended family, teenagers, or even accommodation-style living.

Practicality is well covered too, with an attached three bay garage offering generous storage and plenty of parking. Sitting neatly between the garage and the main house, the studio is a quiet and versatile space - perfect for those who work from home or need a creative retreat of their own.

What makes this property so surprising is the scale and beauty of the grounds. Beyond the quintessential Lake House feel, you have expansive, park-like gardens, beautifully planted and curated with natives, fruit trees, and a flourishing vegetable garden.

Stunning, soulful, and simply alive with possibility.