An extraordinary waterfront estate on a secluded peninsula overlooking Tauranga Harbour is for sale by international tender, closing at 4pm on Thursday, October 24, 2024.

Te Puna Point is a 3.6-hectare freehold estate featuring breathtaking water views and a luxurious 750 square metre home offering all the modern comforts, perfectly designed for entertaining, extended family living, or a venue-based business.

The beautifully landscaped grounds and sprawling home are set to maximise the panoramic views across the harbour, and surrounded by lush native bush in its own secluded and tranquil retreat.

The sale of Te Puna Point is being handled by Bayleys Tauranga rural and lifestyle salespeople Phil and Robyn Mangos who say it as a "prestigious trophy property" ready for a new family to make their home, or to capitalise on its potential as a B&B venture or event venue.

The Mangos’ say New Zealand’s reputation for discreet properties has grown significantly internationally, and this Western Bay of Plenty property offers a lifestyle that few regions can match.

Tauranga Harbour is renowned for its numerous idyllic inlets and hidden havens. Te Puna Point is nestled in a sheltered cove almost entirely surrounded by water. It comes with riparian rights to 650 metres of coastline, ready for launching kayaks, paddleboards or jet skis almost from the doorstep.

The property was originally established as a simple avocado orchard with a cottage and shed. Today, the fully restored two-bedroom cottage offers an additional living space or the opportunity for a boutique B&B business, complementing the main home.

A scenic boardwalk fringed with lush foliage, leads to the grand, lodge-style home which incorporates natural materials such as Central Otago schist, cedar, and native timbers. Fossil-studded Jura stone and imported marble create a sense of romance and timeless luxury throughout the home.

The home includes four bedrooms, three bathrooms, an office and library (both currently serving as extra bedrooms), and three spacious living areas, all seamlessly connected to outdoor spaces. The upper level features a master suite with vaulted timber ceilings, a beautifully appointed ensuite bathroom, and breathtaking views of the harbour.

The stylish kitchen flows into both formal indoor dining and alfresco relaxation outdoors. From intimate dining to larger gatherings with crowds, the Mangos’ say this home has options for every occasion – all with guaranteed privacy and amazing scenery.

A separate apartment suite in the home’s eastern pavilion offers two additional bedrooms, each with private outdoor patios, and a spacious living area that opens to an alfresco space.

Further amenities include a heated swimming pool, a shed and lean-to providing ideal space for use as a workshop, hobby space, or additional storage for garden tools, kayaks, jet skis, or bikes.

The property offers great access to scenic wetland walkways, Omokoroa’s golf course, cycle trails, and boutique shopping in Te Puna and Bethlehem. Tauranga’s central business district is only 18 kilometres away, with Hamilton and Auckland within easy reach for day trips.

Phil says the property is attracting wide appeal and interest from both domestic and international buyers.

“Locals sometimes refer to this estate as ‘the Island Block’ due to its unique location out on the peninsula which provides the privacy and seclusion that a lot of people are after.”

"Not far away is Tauranga which is an ideal destination for those who crave outdoor adventures, relaxation and everything in between”, Phil says.

“With water activities at your doorstep and world-class golf courses and golden beaches nearby, this property offers a lifestyle that many can only dream of,” he says.

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