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Romance novelist's home amongst the vineyards on the market

A Hawke’s Bay vineyard home with sea views, colourful interiors and a dedicated writer’s studio hits the market.

Gill South
Last updated: 19 May 2026 | 2 min read
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A unique Hawke's Bay home, owned by novelist Catherine Robertson, is on the market. Located at 15 Tirohanga Road on Park Hill Estate, the property was designed by Bonifait + Associates.

The colourful three-bedroom house features a separate writer's studio, vineyard and sea views. This low-maintenance home includes underfloor heating and offers potential for a pool or second dwelling, making it an ideal permanent family residence or holiday retreat near schools and wineries.

“We did the studio and the library for me to house my multitude of books and also for me as a place to write,” says novelist Catherine Robertson. Photo: BAYLEYS / TRADEME

Clive is five minutes away, Havelock North, Hastings and Napier are within half an hour, and Clearview Estate and Elephant Hill Winery are a bike ride away. Photo: BAYLEYS / TRADEME

On a 3376 sqm site, the new owners could do more with the property. Photo: BAYLEYS / TRADEME

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