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3 Watchmans Road,
Karekare, Waitakere City
NZD 1,287,500
Property details
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Agents
Ray White Green Bay: Austar Realty Limited Licensed REAA 2008
58 Godley Road, Green Bay Waitakere City 0604
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Features
- Study
Chattels
- Stove
- Dishwasher
- Light Fittings
- Blinds
- Drapes
- Garden Shed
Te Kaka Whakaara - A place that inspires
This unique property is steeped in history and charm as one of the earliest buildings in Karekare, alongside its neighbour, the Karekare House (also known as the Barracks) and Winchelsea House. Once the only store in operation during the 1960s, a sign from the store was discovered beneath the house and now hangs proudly in the dining area.
Unscathed by Cyclone Gabrielle, the property became the hub of the community providing a place to gather.
Situated on 842 sqm of flat lawn and garden, adjacent to Karekare Beach access, this property has been owned by notable figures, including the first European settlers, Charles Murdoch (1886), Maria and Charles Farley (1900), renowned children's author Dorothy Butler, and since 2000, the current owner.
A flat, easy stroll leads to the famous Karekare Beach, surrounded by the dramatic landscapes of Auckland's west coast. Known for its natural beauty and cinematic history, Karekare was the setting for the acclaimed film "The Piano" in 1992, and has hosted notable musicians and creatives.
The character-filled, 70s-renovated, 2-level home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and multiple living areas, perfect for family or guests. Whether in summer or winter, this property will fill your heart with warmth. A private, sheltered, sunny courtyard, a one-car carport, and an unlimited water supply are just a few of the highlights. In the backyard, a workshop has been built on the foundation of the 3-tier brick pottery kiln used by hippies in the 70s, and the original chimney still remains.
Karekare is a rural coastal settlement located on Auckland's west coast, nestled between the Waitakere Ranges and a stunning black sand surf beach. With approximately 320 permanent residents, it offers a sense of wildness and tranquility, yet is only 45 minutes from Auckland's CBD.
Nearby Piha (7 km away) offers additional amenities, and full shopping facilities are available in Henderson or Titirangi Village, just 23 km away, and 37Km to Auckland's central business district. The local primary school is Lone Kauri Community School, and in zone for Oratia District School.
Explore the area
School catchments
- Laingholm School Primary Years 1-6 State 13.4km
- Henderson Valley School Primary Years 1-6 State 13.9km
- Woodlands Park School Primary Years 1-6 State 14.1km
- Titirangi Rudolf Steiner School Composite Years 1-15 Private 14.9km
- Oratia School Primary Years 1-6 State 14.9km
- Waitakere School Full primary Years 1-8 State 15.8km
- Konini School (Auckland) Primary Years 1-6 State 16.0km
- TKKM o Hoani Waititi Composite Years 1-15 State 16.1km
- Swanson School Full primary Years 1-8 State 16.1km
- TKKM o Te Kotuku Full primary Years 1-8 State 16.1km
- Te Kura ki Hikurangi (Auckland) Primary Years 1-6 State 16.3km
- Titirangi School Primary Years 1-6 State 16.4km
- Bruce McLaren Intermediate Intermediate Years 7-8 State 16.5km
- Henderson South School Primary Years 1-6 State 16.7km
- Western Heights School (Auckland) Primary Years 1-6 State 16.7km
- Henderson High School Secondary Years 9-15 State 17.4km
- Green Bay High School Secondary Years 9-15 State 18.0km
- St Dominic's Catholic College (Henderson) Secondary Years 7-15 State integrated 18.1km
- Waitakere College Secondary Years 9-15 State 18.2km
- Liston College Secondary Years 7-15 State integrated 18.4km
- Kelston Girls' College Secondary Years 9-15 State 18.6km
- North West College Secondary Years 7-15 Charter 19.0km
- ACG Sunderland Composite Years 1-15 Private 19.2km
- Kelston Boys' High School Secondary Years 9-15 State 19.3km
- Massey High School Secondary Years 9-15 State 19.3km
- Middle School West Auckland Composite Years 7-10 State 19.9km
- Iqra School Composite Years 1-15 State integrated 20.0km
- Rutherford College Secondary Years 9-15 State 21.0km
Nearest schools, measured in a straight line from the property. Provided as a guide only; check enrolment zones and eligibility with the school. School data © Ministry of Education, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
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