40 Te Karaka Drive

Te Puna Bay of Plenty

3251 m²

House

Debi Bennett, last sold this property on 23 October 2025 after 49 days on market.

Overview

Resort-Worthy Lifestyle

Why wait for a holiday when you can live like you’re on one every day? Welcome to Tides Reach - one of Te Puna’s most prestigious lifestyle enclaves, where security, community, and natural beauty combine to create something truly special. Set on approximately 3251m² of manicured grounds, this impeccably presented home has been designed for effortless indoor–outdoor living. Meandering garden paths lead you through lush greenery alive with Tui and Kereru, while alfresco spaces offer the perfect backdrop for both quiet moments and lively gatherings. At the heart of the property is the award-winning heated freshwater pool and spa - a resort-worthy centrepiece where year-round the days stretch into unforgettable evenings. Expansive terraces, outdoor fireplace, and shaded lounging spots make entertaining a breeze, with every corner of the grounds offering a sense of calm and escape. Inside, timeless charm meets modern ease. Four generous bedrooms plus a dedicated office provide flexibility for family and guests, while recently redecorated interiors bring a fresh, elegant feel. Everyday comforts include underfloor heating in the ensuite, a cosy closed fire for winter, and solar panels for energy efficiency. Multiple living spaces ensure room for everyone to relax and unwind. Life at Tides Reach offers more than just a home - it’s a lifestyle. Residents enjoy the security of a gated community, a shared tennis court and pavilion, and walkways. This location is convenient for families, professionals, and retirees, with the Te Puna Quarry Park for walks and social gatherings or meeting up with friends at the local Te Puna and Clarke Road Cafes. For the keen angler, you are a short drive to the estuary boat ramps or nearby Omokoroa. All this, just minutes from Bethlehem and within easy reach of Tauranga’s CBD. Lovingly cared for and now offered to the market due to a change in circumstances, this is a rare opportunity to secure a property that feels like a private resort while delivering all the comforts of home. To arrange a private viewing please contact me or come along to the open home to experience what life in a residential resort could be like for you. For a private viewing, please call me - or come along to the open home and see firsthand the resort-style lifestyle on offer.

Features

4 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

3 carspaces

3 garage spaces

3251 m² lot size

House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom houses sold in Te Puna over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 40 Te Karaka Drive is $1.42m.

Median value

$1.42m

Estimated value range

$1.2m - $1.73m

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

-11%

decrease over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Te Puna. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.