Burneys Beach, Queen Charlotte Sounds, Marlborough, Marlborough

Price reduced and offered to the market for the first time in over 20 years, this is your rare opportunity to secure a true slice of Marlborough Sounds paradise.

Tucked away in the peaceful haven of Burneys Beach on Arapaoa Island, within the breathtaking Queen Charlotte Sound, this exceptional coastal retreat is just a scenic 40-minute water taxi ride from Picton - yet feels a world away from it all. Here, privacy, serenity, and spectacular natural beauty come together effortlessly. Enjoy uninterrupted views across to Pickers Gill and Blumine Island, which provides welcome shelter from prevailing winds, while the sheltered bay and sandy beach offer the perfect setting for swimming, boating, and calm anchoring.

Set on a generous site and including a ½ share in Jetty Q5606, the property is superbly equipped for coastal living. With two moorings (2.2-tonne and 2.0-tonne), a wide access walkway, a practical shed, and a 9-panel solar system, everything is in place for seamless enjoyment. The bay itself is alive with marine life - kingfish, stingrays, dolphins, and even orca are known to pass through, creating a truly magical environment.

The main residence has been thoughtfully designed to maximise comfort and connection to its stunning surroundings. Open-plan living flows effortlessly to expansive decking via sliding windows, while the modern kitchen features gas cooking and the luxury of underfloor heating. A Masport log fire adds warmth and ambience for cooler evenings. Downstairs also includes a guest bathroom with integrated laundry.

Upstairs, four bedrooms provide ample accommodation, most enjoying breathtaking water views and direct deck access. The main bathroom is beautifully appointed, complete with a deep soaking tub and quality finishes - perfect for unwinding after a day on the water.

Additional features further enhance the property’s versatility and self-sufficiency. A basement space with its own bathroom offers extra accommodation or utility options, while a multi-use storage shed near the beach, workshop, generator and oil storage rooms ensure practicality. Water is well catered for with two tanks (10,000L and 8,000L), complemented by a stream-fed, UV-filtered system. An Airtech 9,000 three-chamber septic system services up to 12 people with ease.

Fully off-grid and supported by Starlink internet, this warm, well-insulated home delivers modern convenience in a truly remote and idyllic setting.

Whether you’re seeking a permanent escape, a family holiday haven, or a legacy property to treasure for generations, this is Marlborough Sounds living at its absolute finest.

For the information pack, please follow the link below to our Summit website and fill in the details to request the information pack - https://summit.co.nz/buy/listings/17323