55 Waitaheke Road, Ohaeawai, Far North, Northland
Whangārei, New Zealand
Guide Price
$802,400
1,360,000 NZD
PROPERTY TYPE
house
BEDROOMS
5
BATHROOMS
3
Description
This extraordinary 2.6152 hectare (more or less) lifestyle block offers privacy and sustainability like few others. Located 500 metres up a no exit gravel road in quite rural Ōhaeawai, it is a short eight minute drive from Kaikohe and 20 minutes from Kerikeri, Paihia and the Bay of Islands. With views over native bush, your own spring-fed pond with an island, and bordering one of Northland’s top protected wetlands, it truly feels like a slice of New Zealand paradise. The beautiful volcanic stone walls and soils reflect the region’s heritage and the scope the property has. The beautifully presented family home has multiple spaces that can be enjoyed and offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms and study. The generous living area with a spacious entertainer’s kitchen is the central hub of the home with endless natural light creates the ideal family hangout. Those cosy winters are taken care of with a large Kent style fire with wetback and a heat pump at the at the ready. The master bedroom with ensuite
features blackout curtains and its own heat pump. The covered outdoor area with views over the lake includes a designer bread and pizza oven, roll-down clear blinds turn on the heating, and you have an all-seasons outdoor entertaining space rarely seen to this quality. After you have enjoyed your margarita pizza, open a bottle of wine and enjoy the spa pool while the sun sets. A second building provides two bedrooms, a bathroom, a living area, and a kitchen, ideal for generational living, Air B&B opportunities, or syndicate buying. The huge workshop/garage includes ample bench and shelving space and currently hosts a home gym setup, while a separate lined, ventilated, and insulated pottery or art studio provides the perfect space for creatives or quiet work. Sustainability upgrades recently completed include a 12,000-watt solar system with 22.1kWh of batteries, dramatically reducing power bills and generating income when the sun shines, three brand-new WiFi-controlled heat pumps, six new ceiling fans in bedrooms and living areas, two Japanese-style toilets and double glazing throughout. There is a Wagener wood stove oven with wetback and the master bedroom with ensuite
features blackout curtains and its own heat pump, ensuring cosy, efficient winters. The land is subdivided into four paddocks making livestock management easy and current vendors tell me it grows amazing organic beef! A freshwater spring feeds the pond all year, and with knowledge no harmful sprays have been used on the property by current owners, gives you piece of mind that there is genuine garden to table options. With the massive raised vege beds, more than 50 fruit, citrus, nut, and avocado trees, 30+ olive trees capable of producing more than 30 litres of olive oil per year, a dedicated netted blueberry grove, a greenhouse growing mango, pineapple, starfruit, dragon fruit, and more for year-round abundance, and thriving papaya and bananas. An irrigation system with a tank at the
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.
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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
Kyal Collins - Mackys Real Estate Ltd (Licensed: REAA 2008) - Bayleys, 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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