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Island living in the Hauraki Gulf

If self-sustainability, quality of life and community are key, the island lifestyle might be for you.

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Escape the suburbs by purchasing a first home on a Hauraki Gulf island, offering a lifestyle rich in community and self-sustainability.

Waiheke features a vibrant community with entry-level homes near $1M in areas like Surfdale and Omiha. The more affordable Kawau Island has options from $550k, supported by Starlink internet. For the committed, Aotea Great Barrier Island provides a true off-grid experience with homes from $500k. Flexible work arrangements make this unique lifestyle increasingly accessible.

The Waiheke Island lifestyle

Where first home buyers should start their search on Waiheke

3 McMillan Road, Omiha, Waiheke Island

What is entry-level on Waiheke?

51 Whakarite Road, Ostend, Waiheke Island

54d Palm Road, Palm Beach, Waiheke Island

Affordable Kawau Island

50 Schoolhouse Bay Road, Kawau Island

The amazing Great Barrier Island lifestyle

391 Aotea Road, Great Barrier Island

Another upside of island living for first home buyers