“As soon as I drive through the gates, I get this overwhelming feeling of peace. It’s impossible not to take a deep inhale and exhale. It’s just so relaxing here.”
This is the definition of luxurious country living. Set over more than one hectare of lush, park-like grounds complete with established trees, pool and tennis court, 73 Oak River Drive in Matakana, Rodney, is less home and more country estate.
“I’ve holidayed up here since I was 19 so I really love the area,” says owner Susie. “I was looking for a holiday home that was big enough for my children and grandchildren. When I saw this property, I knew it was perfect.”
The pièce de résistance is the expansive home positioned right in the heart of the property. With three living areas and four bedrooms, most of which open directly onto the vast entertainment, pool and garden areas outside, there’s room for the whole family.
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“At Christmas, for example, when there are a lot of us staying here, it never seems like there are too many people,” she says.
“Some people might be relaxing by the pool while others are out playing tennis or on the boat or at the beach. But whatever we’re doing, at the end of the day we always gather over a big meal, relax by the fire and just spend time together.”
Since Susie purchased the property about six years ago, she has overhauled the outdoor entertaining area, installed a pool and added a tennis court.
The home is positioned right in the heart of the 1.59ha property with three living areas, four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a vast entertainment area outside.
Homeowner Susie says: “I was looking for a holiday home that was big enough for my children and grandchildren. When I saw this property, I knew it was perfect.”
“Because it’s so flat and I’m such a big tennis fan, it was a no-brainer. Some tennis courts can look unappealing with their big fences, but this one blends in beautifully with the surrounding trees which makes it a really nice place to be – and play!”
73 Oak River Drive in Matakana, Rodney, is on the market for sale by price by negotiation. The four-bedroom, four-bathroom property has a 2021 CV of $3.525 million and, according to OneRoof data, last changed hands in 2018 for $2.25m.
Less than an hour from Auckland, Matakana is an ideal destination for those who don’t want to drive far to get away. Some of north Auckland’s best attractions are minutes away, including Omaha and Tāwharanui beaches and of course Matakana Village.
“The Northern Motorway extension means you can be out of the city and into your own sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of life in less than an hour. And even though Matakana Village can get really busy around Christmas and New Year, you turn off earlier to get here so you miss that traffic.”
The kitchen is spacious enough to accommodate extra visiting family members.
The homeowner overhauled the outdoor entertaining area, installed a pool and added a tennis court.
Barfoot & Thompson agent James Doole says 73 Oak River Drive will appeal to people who are searching for a certain lifestyle.
“Rural living with all the creature comforts, expansive lawns, green on green – it all adds up to a beautiful sense of peace and serenity,” he says.
“This property is set back from the road down a beautiful private driveway with some other lovely homes on it, plus being on the Auckland side of Matakana makes it that much easier to get to the motorway when you have to. This property is something special.”
Asked if she can name her favourite spot on the property, Susie laughs.
“Honestly, anywhere outside is lovely. Every morning you wake up and there’s chirping birds. You can hear the tūī, and there’s this real sense of tranquility and peace. We’re also right down the end of a private road so it really feels like you’re leaving the rest of the world behind when you come here. It’s just wonderful.”
- 73 Oak River Drive in Matakana, Rodney, is for sale by negotiation
