581 Matarawa Road, Carterton, Wellington

Set on approximately 4.858 hectares of established olive grove and framed by majestic totara trees, this exceptional lifestyle estate combines architectural sophistication, natural beauty and outstanding versatility, with two dwellings and potential subdivision (subject to council approval).

Main Residence – Inspired, Light-Filled Living

Architecturally designed and perfectly positioned within the landscape, the three-bedroom, two-bathroom main home celebrates light, space and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Soaring raked ceilings and expansive glazing create warmth and volume, while multiple French doors on both sides of the open-plan kitchen, dining and living area open effortlessly to the outdoors. Sun-soaked decks and patios extend the living zones, complete with a pizza oven for relaxed entertaining beneath the trees.

Upstairs, the primary suite offers breathtaking views and features a dressing zone, a walk-in robe, and an ensuite bathroom with a bath overlooking the grounds. The guest bedroom shares a Jack-and-Jill bathroom and sliding doors that open to a private outdoor bath and shower set against native bush. A third bedroom is currently configured as a second lounge with a cleverly concealed retractable television.

Both bathrooms are fully tiled, have underfloor heating, wet-floor showers and heated towel rails. A separate laundry with an additional toilet, generous storage, heat pumps, a fireplace, full insulation, and double glazing provides year-round comfort. Provision for a future lift and a carport complete the home.

Second Dwelling – Refurbished and Flexible

The refurbished second dwelling offers flexible, well-appointed accommodation with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, ideal for extended family, guests, or generating additional income. Upstairs, a light-filled open-plan kitchen, dining and living area opens to a balcony with tranquil views across the olive grove and towering totara trees. Downstairs, the primary bedroom with an ensuite opens outdoors via French doors, a living area or bedroom, a second bathroom, and internal-access garaging complete this thoughtfully designed layout.

Land and Infrastructure

Infrastructure includes a two-bay implement shed, a garden/tool shed and 15 solar panels with battery storage. A charming cabin with a compostable toilet sits among the olives, while a bush walk leads through native trees to a tranquil stream. With the olive grove currently leased and subdivision potential, this is a rare opportunity to secure a substantial, income-generating lifestyle estate immersed in nature.