Winter’s 10 most-viewed dream homes

25,282 views - 280 Wānaka-Mount Aspiring Road, Wānaka, Otago

If it’s good enough for the wedding of Gemma and Richie McCaw then it’s good enough for us. Run free in this 34-hectare lakefront property which has been in the same family for over 100 years!

29,337 views - 27 Marine Parade, Herne Bay, Auckland

When I saw the view from this Auckland villa with a concrete twist, my jaw dropped to the floor. An enviable lifestyle awaits the next owner of this 900m solid concrete home on Herne Bay’s most prestigious street.

34,762 views - 111 Brougham Street, Mount Victoria, Wellington

A pool in Wellington’s Mount Victoria? Unheard of. This home has had extensive restoration but still manages to keep its original charm. Originally built for President of the Wellington Law Society Alexander Gray, this star property is a dream come true.

39,098 views - 141 Rocklands Road, Golden Bay, Tasman, Nelson/Tasman

This indoor-outdoor paradise takes well-being to a whole new level. The amount of exposed wood in this property in gorgeous Golden Bay is healing just to look at. With high ceilings, large open rooms and multiple dining areas, this home would be a welcome retreat for all of your friends and family.

40,270 views - 25 Prince Regent Drive, Half Moon Bay, Manukau City, Auckland

Every kid’s dream. To host their next birthday party at a real-life castle. This royal residence has been a popular Airbnb for the last 10 years. Would you continue to share with the public or claim the master bedroom for yourself?

43,130 views - Oropi, Western Bay Of Plenty, Bay Of Plenty

SkyView isn’t messing around. She means what she says. I can’t imagine there would be a more elite feeling than diving into that private pool. And an indoor bathtub that feels like it’s nestled in the forest? It’s a yes from us.

50,123 views - 577 Back Ormond Road, Hexton, Gisborne, Gisborne

Calling all princes and princesses looking for their countryside retreat. Shotgun the turret room. This home is a registered building of the NZ Historic Places Trust and boasts 10 bedrooms. We don’t need to hear anymore. This is a rare opportunity.

55,905 views - 200 Willis Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington

Surely every Wellington local has once wondered, what’s inside that building! Well, we can all finally get a peak inside this historical gem in the heart of the capital. The New Zealand Red Cross Society inhabited this building for 35 years. Could it steal your heart?

68,689 views - 175 Grant Road, Thorndon, Wellington

It’s giving Barbie and we love it. It’s not often you see a pink house on Trade Me. Let alone one that has been designed by an architect as esteemed as Roger Walker. Shelter from the Wellington wind in this cosy, light-filled dreamhouse.

107,765 views - 3801/1 Courthouse Lane, City Centre, Auckland City

This one took the cake and was widely talked about in the Trade Me office. I mean, how did they get the car in there? We have so many questions. The main one is, who will be the next inhabitant of this unique apartment?