163 Robert Hastie Drive, Mangawhai, Kaipara, Northland

Vendors Have Purchased – Two Homes, One Exceptional Mangawhai Lifestyle Motivation meets opportunity at 163 Robert Hastie Drive. The owners have already purchased elsewhere and are ready to move on, creating a genuine opening for buyers seeking quality, versatility and long-term value in one of Mangawhai’s most desirable lifestyle settings. Set within the sought-after Sanctuary community, this impressive estate offers a rare combination of architectural design, rural serenity and multi-dwelling flexibility. Thoughtfully created for families, entertainers and extended living, the property delivers scale and sophistication without compromising warmth or liveability. The main residence is a striking architectural home, where soaring 2.55m ceilings, rich oak flooring and exposed beams create an immediate sense of space and character. A central fireplace anchors the open-plan living area, while creative detailing including feature tiling and a sculptural arch adds individuality and style. At the heart of the home sits an entertainer’s kitchen, complete with a large island, high-end finishes and a generous butler’s pantry with second sink. Light-filled living and dining spaces flow seamlessly through stacking sliders to two expansive decks, capturing sweeping rural views towards the Brynderwyns and overlooking a designated site for a future pool, ideal for both relaxed living and large-scale entertaining. The master suite is a true retreat. Wake to sunrises and drift off under star-filled skies, with a huge walk-in wardrobe, a beautifully appointed ensuite featuring double vanity and feature tiling, and direct deck access providing a private sanctuary with all-day sun and stunning outlooks. The west wing of the home has been designed with flexibility in mind, offering three generous double bedrooms, each with built-in wardrobes and direct access to the wrap-around timber deck. This wing also includes a TV or rumpus room, a separate bathroom and an additional toilet, making it ideal for children, guests or extended family. Practicality is well considered throughout, with attic storage at both ends of the home and a high-stud three-car garage incorporating a second laundry for everyday ease. Outdoors, the landscaped grounds further enhance the lifestyle offering, supporting both relaxation and self-sufficiency. Established plantings include a thriving herb garden, citrus trees, figs, passionfruit and lavender, along with two 25,000-litre water tanks, a wood and garden shed, motorhome parking and a chicken coop with pen for fresh morning eggs. Adding significant value and versatility, the property includes a fully self-contained second dwelling. This home offers two bedrooms, a large bathroom, wheelchair access and a generous deck with elevated rural views, making it ideal for extended family, guests or supplementary income. Completing the offering is a separate 15sqm sleepout, privately positioned and featuring space for an outdoor bath and basin, creati