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A rural property so charming, even the house moved out of the city for it

The property sits on almost 12ha of rural land and native bush.

Kylie Klein Nixon
Last updated: 10 December 2025 | 4 min read
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Discover a charming Eastlake-style villa at 725 Woodcocks Rd, Warkworth, originally from Mt Eden and relocated in 1988. This character home sits on nearly 12 hectares of pasture and native bush, featuring restored 1880s details like fireplaces and fretwork.

The property offers a serene country lifestyle with walking trails, valley views, and a hobby sheep flock. It also includes a separate self-contained sleep-out. Listed with Dianna Coman of Bayleys, it’s ideal for families seeking a rural escape.

The home was moved to Warkworth from Mt Eden.

The view from the kitchen takes in the stand of mature nikau.

The home has been decorated in a style which suits the period of the home

The sheep are living lawnmowers.

The home has two reception rooms, including this formal living room which opens onto the verandah.

The kitchen is country style - cosy and easy to feed the family from.

The main house had four bedrooms

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