A Ridgeline Above History

Perched above the gentle curve of Rangihoua Bay, on land where the first chapters of New Zealand's shared history began, this exceptional 50.36 hectare offering at Mataka Station presents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most considered residential sites in the country. The owner's care extends only to the immediate grounds around the home, with the remaining land leased back to the station and managed collectively as part of the working farm. The Bay of Islands lies to the south and east, the Kerikeri Inlet to the west, and the Cavalli Islands and Kauri Cliffs to the north. From the ridgeline, 360 degree views move across ocean, harbour and protected farmland, with the residence position oriented to follow the sun from winter sunrise through to summer sunset. Mataka Station itself extends across 1,148 hectares, held by thirty owners who share in the stewardship of 800 hectares of protected pasture and a 350 hectare conservation covenant. Owners enjoy private use of the beach lodge and the Whale Bay boat ramp, with a 50 minute helicopter transfer to Auckland International Airport placing the site within practical reach of the world. To begin the conversation about what might one day sit here, Future Isles invited Keshaw McArthur to read the land. Their conceptual response, presented within the property pack, is offered as a quiet possibility rather than a prescription. Further information and private viewings are available by enquiry. To preserve the privacy and integrity of the offering, we kindly ask interested parties to share brief background details before full property information is released. Please note Lot 26 is offered as bare land only, with any renders shown indicative in nature and subject to final design approval and council consent. The sale also includes an additional non-contiguous parcel adjoining Lot 34, separate from the main building site parcel.