If you've ever dreamed of leaving the ordinary behind, this might be the property for you.
Located near the Makikihi village, the beautifully restored St Mary’s Church offers a unique lifestyle opportunity where peace and elegance meet innovation and enterprise.
The expansive open concept living, dining, and kitchen area is both grand and welcoming, featuring thoughtfully double-glazed stained-glass windows that preserve the church’s character while enhancing comfort. The contemporary kitchen is fully outfitted with modern appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a bar fridge, making it ideal for entertaining or everyday living.
Tucked into the layout are a dedicated workspace and a creative nook, perfect for remote work or hobbies. The former altar space has been transformed into a serene sitting area, offering panoramic views of the Hunter Hills and snippets of the Pacific Ocean. The patio is another favourite spot, especially in the evening when the sun starts to drop.
The newly constructed upper level showcases the building’s original timber beams, adding warmth and character. There are four bedrooms in total, including a generous master suite sitting above the former altar, an almost hexagonal space complete with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite. One of the guest bedrooms features a beautiful stained-glass window that fills the room with colour as the morning sun comes through and both upstairs bathrooms are tastefully designed and benefit from solar tubes, bringing in soft, natural light. Fourteen ground-mounted solar panels, which are connected back to the national grid, are both practical and commercially clever.
Beyond the home, the property extends into a flourishing two-hectare horticultural venture. A full hectare is protected by a bird-resistant and bee friendly windbreak canopy, sheltering strawberry and blueberry bushes alongside approximately 700 haskaps. Another 1400 (approx) haskap plants are loving life outside the canopy. A rising superfood known for its high levels of vitamins, antioxidants, and polyphenols, haskaps are amazingly versatile and can be used in everything from fruity ice-cream to zingy sauces.
Whether you're looking for a unique home, a lifestyle change, or the chance to generate income from a boutique agribusiness, St Mary’s Berries is a property that is ideally positioned for growth and success and is hard to compare with anything else.
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