36 Omamari Beach Road, Dargaville, Kaipara

Beachfront bliss - first time on the market

This is your chance to secure a rare slice of coastal paradise. For the very first time, this much-loved beachfront bach is being offered for sale — a treasured family retreat set on a flat 809sqm (more or less) section at the entrance to Ripiro Beach, on Northland's spectacular west coast.

Designed and built in 1997 by the current owners, the home was created with relaxed holidays and effortless living in mind. The open-plan living, dining and kitchen area is filled with natural light, with large windows framing sweeping views of the dunes, reserve, and ever-changing western sky. Step out onto the expansive front deck for sunset BBQs and beachside gatherings, or retreat to the sheltered morning deck for a peaceful coffee.

There are three bedrooms plus a generous games room for kids, guests or extra accommodation. The interior includes wool carpet, underfloor insulation, an accessible bathroom and laundry, solar-ready hot water, a Coloursteel roof and a 22,000L water tank — everything you need for comfortable coastal living, year-round.

This is a place where time slows down. Families have gathered here for decades to fish, swim, surf, climb dunes and reconnect. With a strong and friendly local community, annual fishing competitions, and New Year's celebrations on the reserve, the true Kiwi summer lifestyle is still alive and well here. The Kai Iwi Lakes are 10 minutes drive from the bach. The Lakes are very popular for camping and watersport and enhance this area as a popular holiday destination.

Omamari remains one of the few coastal pockets that has stayed authentic and unspoilt. With limited development in the area and absolute beachfront positioning, this is a rare opportunity — and one that's not likely to come again.

When the right property comes along, timing is everything. This is that moment.