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A grand design, although this Matakana heritage home is not what it appears

Discover the Matakana property that defies expectations. This 'heritage' home is hiding a modern secret inside.

Alan Granville
Last updated: 12 November 2025 | 3 min read
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Summerville House in Matakana offers the charm of a heritage home but was newly constructed in 2024. This luxurious five-bedroom estate combines classic aesthetics with modern design by Spatial Studio.

The property’s only original feature is a hand-carved rosewood staircase. Key highlights include:

- A marble kitchen, high ceilings, and exceptional light

- A heated pool, pool house, and tennis court

- Mixed-use zoning for potential as a boutique hotel or wedding venue

This turnkey property provides a secure, private, and world-class country lifestyle.

The staircase was the only feature from the previous house to survive.

There's a 13.5m heated swimming pool and pool house.

The marble kitchen also has a butler’s pantry.

The formal dining room features a high ceiling stud and is light and airy.

One of the five bedrooms.

The view from the master bedroom.

The property has luxury bathrooms.

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