8 Heron Hill, Kerikeri, Far North, Northland
Whangārei, New Zealand
Guide Price
$1,059,050
1,795,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
2
Description
A super-sized Residence, over two levels and offering commanding views across the Inlet. There’s so much space on offer here, from the moment you open the door and enter the large reception hallway, choose to walk into the expansive open-plan Kitchen/dining and living room or the two further reception rooms. There’s also an office and a separate wing (if you wish) with two bedrooms and a bathroom. An oversized double garage is accessed via a dedicated laundry room as well. A double flight of stairs leads up to the first floor, which is currently set up as a very large master suite, including a large bedroom with a sea-view balcony, a large bathroom, separate WC and two further dressing/storage rooms, all connected across a large landing/sitting room area. Imagine, an entire floor to yourselves!
FEATURES INCLUDE; • Salt-water, heated swimming pool • Private
location (electric gated entrance) • Secondary garage with workshop currently set up as a sleep-out with
facilities • Solar power system (14 panels, 2 inverters) • Kerikeri school zones Delightful gardens are mature, with veggie beds and a shade house and give you a good level of privacy around your in-ground (8m x 4m) swimming pool, which is Salt-water and can be heated by a heat pump, offering all year round fun or exercising. The property has fully concreted driveways and ample parking in front of the main home, together with a secondary garage set adjacent, which includes a fully lined workshop with washroom and toilet facilities. Call me today for a private viewing.
Location
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Morning surf before work, weekends tramping through Lord-of-the-Rings landscapes, and a laid-back culture where shoes are optional and nature is never more than ten minutes away.
Visa
Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa — points-based system requiring a skilled job offer in NZ. New pathways opening August 2026 for trades workers and those with 5+ years experience. Accredited Employer Work Visa is the faster route if you already have a job offer.
Learn more: The Complete Guide to Moving to New Zealand→Key Fact
NZ has strict biosecurity laws — importing food, plants, or outdoor gear can result in heavy fines. The work-life balance is exceptional, but the job market is small and remote from everywhere.
Learn more: What You Need to Know Before Moving Abroad→New Zealand at a glance
How New Zealand scores for American expats
Cost of buying in New Zealand
Estimated fees and ongoing costs for this property
Closing Costs
3-5% of purchase price
- ·No stamp duty
- ·Legal/conveyancing: NZ$1,500-3,000
- ·Building inspection: NZ$500-800
- ·LIM report: NZ$300-400
Annual Costs
Property Tax
0.3-1.5% of government valuation (varies by council)
Insurance
NZ$1,500-3,000/yr
HOA / Condo Fees
NZ$300-600/mo for apartments (body corporate)
Good to Know
Agent Fees
Seller pays (2.5-4%)
Foreign Buyer Note
Foreign buyers BANNED from existing homes (2018 ban). Can only buy new-build apartments in large developments.
Legal help in New Zealand
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Contact Agent
Pete Bestwick - REAL Property Kerikeri Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Kerikeri
Next steps for moving to New Zealand
Interested in this property? Here's how to move forward.
Understand the buying rules
Foreign ownership laws vary wildly by country. Some welcome you, others restrict or ban foreign buyers entirely.
Sort out your visa
Owning property doesn't give you the right to live there. Research residency options before you buy.
Plan your finances
Understand currency risk, international wire transfers, and whether you can get a local mortgage.
Know your tax obligations
US citizens are taxed on worldwide income. You'll need to file US taxes from abroad and may owe local taxes too.
Set up healthcare
Medicare doesn't cover you overseas. You'll need international health insurance or a local plan.
Run the full checklist
Banking, mail forwarding, power of attorney, pet import rules — the complete pre-move checklist.
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