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36 Waikaraka Drive

Te Puna Bay of Plenty

3
2
2
1.25 ha.
Rural
Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

Slow down, breathe deeply, enjoy life

Set on 1.25ha in highly desirable Te Puna near Tauranga City, this private harbour-front property offers a lifestyle shaped by nature, tranquillity and the freedom to live differently. Morning sun reaches across established gardens towards the eastern harbour, while ponds, mature trees and abundant birdlife create a wonderfully peaceful environment. The extensively modernised home combines character with contemporary comfort, featuring warm timber floors, double glazing and a fireplace, with open-plan living flowing naturally to expansive Vitex decking and the landscape beyond. For those dreaming of growing their own food, pursuing creative passions, slowing down and becoming more self-sufficient, this is a property where home and land work beautifully together. Key features: •1.25ha of private, park-like grounds •Harbour frontage with captivating eastern harbour views •Extensively modernised home throughout with appropriate consent •Double glazing, new cladding and roof, fully insulated to modern standards •Three bedrooms, separate office and two bathrooms •Separate laundry and toilet •Modern kitchen with stone benchtop and splashback •Spacious, sun-filled open-plan living connecting seamlessly with expansive decking •Timber flooring and quality carpet, fireplace and ducted air conditioning •Three rain-sensor skylights •Mature fruit trees and productive vegetable gardens •Established trees and plantings attracting birdlife •Ponds and charming walkways •Separate art studio with power and water, ideal for creative pursuits •Lined double garage •Rustic wood and tool sheds •Space to grow, create and embrace greater self-sufficiency •Minutes from Waitui Reserve boat ramp, fantastic schools and Te Puna Village •Convenient to Tauranga while feeling wonderfully removed from city life Properties offering this depth of quiet privacy, natural beauty and connection with the harbour are increasingly difficult to find. Contact us to arrange your private viewing and experience 36 Waikaraka Drive West for yourself. Where life moves at nature's pace. (Sold by Auction on 30 September 2026, 1pm - unless sold prior) (All measurements are more or less.)

Features

3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2 carspaces
2 garage spaces
1.25 ha. lot size
Rural

Property history for 36 Waikaraka Drive

2024
Sold
$1,000,000
17 Jun 2024 by Linley Ward

Happy sellers in Te Puna

88%
88% of sellers in Te Puna reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

Te Puna stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.

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Local market activity for 3 bedroom rurals in Te Puna

In the last 12 months, 2 three-bedroom rurals similar to 36 Waikaraka Drive, have been sold.

This represents a 60% increase in three-bedroom rurals sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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