828 Dover Road Okato, New Plymouth District

Set privately across 6.85 hectares (17 acres) of rolling pasture and lush native bush, this truly special lifestyle property offers an exceptional balance of peace, productivity and considered living. Beautifully enhanced over time, it presents a rare chance to enjoy a self-sufficient lifestyle in a setting that feels both restorative and inspiring.

Adding further appeal, the property holds a valuable resource consent for subdivision into two separate titles, subject to title, with a scheme plan available in the property photos.

• Acquire the full 6.85 hectares (17 acres) and enjoy the entire lifestyle offering as is. Price: By Negotiation.

• Purchase Lot 1 - a picturesque 7,400m2 (approx. 1.83 acres) bare section surrounded by native bush and glimpses of sea views - without Lot 2. *Subject to Title. Price: BEO $295,000. Registered Valuation: $415,000 (2025)

• Purchase Lot 2 - 6.11 hectares (approx. 15 acres) with the cottage, offering privacy and open space on a larger scale - without Lot 1. *Subject to Title. Price: BEO $1,099,000.

The 2012 built cottage-style home sits beautifully within its surroundings, full of character while offering the comfort and ease of modern living. Open-plan living connects effortlessly to expansive sun-soaked decking and sheltered outdoor spaces, creating the perfect place to entertain or simply take in the remarkable outlook, stretching from the mountain to the sea. Inside, two spacious double bedrooms and thoughtful design details create a warm and welcoming retreat.

Beyond the home, the land offers an impressive combination of natural beauty and practical lifestyle appeal. Open grazing, breathtaking native bush and bush walks are complemented by a maturing orchard with a wide variety of fruit and citrus trees, vegetable gardens, raised beds and a greenhouse. A freshwater stream, well-fenced paddocks and dual chicken coops all add to the property's strong self-sufficiency credentials.

Sustainability sits at the heart of this offering, with features including solar power, a wetback water heating system, advanced rainwater catchment, extra insulation and thermally broken joinery, all designed to enhance comfort while reducing environmental impact.

Positioned on peaceful Dover Road, access is available from SH45 or via scenic Carrington Road past the renowned Pukeiti Gardens. Okato village is just 9km away, offering a welcoming community and everyday essentials including popular eateries, a local fish and chip shop, and Four Square. The area also offers excellent lifestyle benefits, with local markets, yoga, tennis and squash courts, a seasonal swimming pool, the Cape Egmont Boat Club, celebrated surf breaks and proximity to Stoney River. Families are well catered for too, with preschool options nearby, Coastal Taranaki School for Years 1 to 13, and Green School and Oakura Beach approximately 20km away.

This is more than a property. It is a lifestyle designed around calm, connection and possibility. Whether you are seeking privacy, productivity or a beautiful place to slow down and live well, this extraordinary offering is one that needs to be experienced in person. This incredible property has to be seen to be appreciated so call Rebecca for a viewing today.

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