1228 State Highway 16, Waimauku, Rodney, Auckland

From the moment you turn off State Highway 16 and follow the long, sweeping driveway, this exceptional property envelops you in quiet elegance. A stately entrance winds its way to the expansive 440sqm (more or less) Cape Cod-style residence designed by Logan Architects and built by multi award winning Master Builder Peter Dyer Builders, perfectly positioned on 4.6 hectares (more or less) of manicured gardens. With six fully fenced paddocks and endless space to roam, this is rural living at its finest - peaceful, private, and utterly serene.

Just 35 minutes off-peak from central Auckland, 1228 State Highway 16 offers the rare opportunity to live your lifestyle dreams without sacrificing city convenience.

Imagine arriving home after work to a glass of wine on the terrace, taking in sweeping views of the surrounding hills. Dinner is effortlessly prepared in the beautifully designed, generously proportioned kitchen - a true haven for any budding chef - where the freestanding Smeg Victoria oven takes pride of place.

The open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area is designed for connection and togetherness, with doors and windows opening to frame the lush green landscape beyond. For cosy evenings, two additional living spaces provide flexibility and comfort. The spacious main lounge, complete with a wood fire, is perfect for movie nights and winter evenings by the fire. The second living room - ideal as a media room - opens to a covered loggia and could also serve as a fourth bedroom if desired.

The downstairs master suite is a true retreat, featuring its own private patio for morning coffees or evening nightcaps, a generous ensuite, and a walk-in wardrobe with space to spare. A full family bathroom with freestanding bathtub, a separate laundry, and extensive garaging complete the ground level.

Upstairs, two further bedrooms - each with built-in wardrobes - are complemented by a family room and a third bathroom, making this level ideal for children or visiting family and friends.

Outdoor living is abundant, with a covered patio, paved terraces, and beautifully landscaped spaces designed for alfresco dining, entertaining, or quiet relaxation - all seamlessly connected to the home's intuitive indoor-outdoor flow.

Adding to the versatility of the property is a substantial 149sqm (more or less) barn, divided into two distinct areas. One side offers an office or sleepout space, perfect for working from home or additional entertaining. The other provides ample storage for vehicles, a boat or campervan, farm equipment, and more. A further 54sqm (more or less) shed offers potential as a stable block, while a smaller shed provides storage for up to 60 bales of hay.

The true jewel in the crown, however, lies at the bottom of the property. Here, a tranquil pond evokes the romance and refinement of the French countryside. Paddle or row across the water, or simply sit on the dock and soak in the stillness.

This extraordinary slice of paradise could be all yours.