431 Arataki Road Mangakino, Taupo District

If you've been dreaming of a lifestyle that offers freedom, space, and true self-sufficiency, look no further than this 12-hectare (more or less) property in the heart of Whakamaru. Designed for those who value independence and connection to the land, it combines natural beauty with practical features that support a self-reliant way of life.

The centrepiece is a serene duck pond, landscaped to attract birdlife and create a calming focal point. Surrounding it, well-fenced paddocks provide ample grazing for stock, horses, or hobby farming ventures. There is a reliable water supply ensuring year-round security for both domestic and agricultural use.

Adding to its versatility, the property features a consented shed (sleepout), which has been converted to include three rooms. The shed also includes a kitchenette and a consented bathroom. Please note the conversion to bedrooms and the purpose-built fireplace are not consented - a comfortable space while you plan and build your dream home on the already-started house site with spectacular views across the pond and out to Pureora forest sunsets.

Self-sufficient features include:

• Productive greenhouse built from redwood paneling - to be completed
• Custom-built chicken house for fresh eggs
• Pig pen and grazing areas for stock and horses
• Established vegetable gardens and thoughtful landscaping
• Reliable water supply for stock, gardens, and household use

Supporting infrastructure includes:

• Sleepout with kitchenette, bathroom facilities and extra rooms
• New two-bay haybarn with one enclosed bay
• Two-bale milking shed for home dairying or small herd options
• Arena with room to develop stables
• Wood shed for firewood storage
• Fertiliser bin and stock yards
• 2 containers for storage

Just Finish and Flourish! This slice of self-sufficient paradise at 431 Arataki Road is prepped, perfected, and waiting for you. Independence is ready-made. The market is hot-secure this lifestyle now!

Call Kelly to view this once in a lifetime property!

To be sold by Deadline Sale - Wednesday 10 December 2025 at 12.00 noon (unless sold prior). This property is being sold via Deadline Sale or without a specified price; therefore, a price guide cannot be provided. The vendor can enter a sale contract before the Deadline Sale date or change the date at their discretion. To stay informed, register your interest with our Agency.

This property is being sold on a plus GST if any basis.

https://rwtaupo.co.nz/properties/residential-for-sale/taupo-district/mangakino-3421/lifestyle-property/3359707