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They found their dream home by accident. Now a devastating diagnosis is forcing them to sell
A dream Whanarua Bay home is being sold after a devastating cancer diagnosis changes their plans.
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An architecturally designed home in Whanarua Bay is for sale due to the owner's devastating cancer diagnosis. The property offers a tranquil lifestyle, bordering the Rākumara Ranges with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.
It includes a separate cottage previously run as a highly-rated Airbnb, presenting a potential income opportunity for new owners. The current owners are reluctantly selling to move closer to medical facilities, leaving behind their dream home and successful hospitality business.
Kathy and Terry Sheldrake have loved their time in Whanarua Bay. Photo: SUPPLIED
The home is 150m². Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
Taking in some of the views. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
The kitchen is just off the main living area. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
There are two bedrooms. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
The Airbnb is on stilts. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
The couple says the accommodation has many repeat guests. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
The Airbnb bedroom. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
Halo enjoying the garden. It's an area the couple has worked hard on. Photo: SUPPLIED
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The banana plantation. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
The home backs onto the bush. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
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