Hihi · Far North
4 / 303 Waiaua Road, Hihi
Listed by Alan Fox at Marr Realty
Listed 8 Oct 2024 · 761 days on market · 228% above the current Far North Coastal average days on market
Land Price
Negotiation
Land area
12.68 ha
Zone
General Coastal
Title Type
Freehold · Fee Simple
Legal Description
Lot 4 Deposited Plan 430837
Title Area
12.68 ha
Easements
None identified
Mortgage
No mortgage
Encumbrances
None
Consent Notices
None
Covenants
Yes
5 registered instruments on title
Can you build here? The 30-second read
- ZonedGeneral CoastalDistrict Plan: up to 10% site coverage, ≈12,712 m² footprint.
- YesAll three DEVPRO plans fitAgainst the coverage limit — setbacks, shape and driveway still matter.
- Check0 of 3 servicesNo council water or wastewater or stormwater found nearby — plan for a tank, and on-site wastewater.
- Check≈140 m fall across the siteFrom 1 m LiDAR — expect retaining or a split-level design.
- Check1 hazard flaggedErosion Prone Land — read the LIM before you offer.
- ReadTitle has a covenantRegistered: a covenant. Read them before you offer.
Aerial imagery
See the land from above.
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Location
What's nearby.
Nearest town
Mangōnui
≈ 5.3 km straight-line
Nearest school
Mangonui School
≈ 5.2 km straight-line
School zone
Taipa Area School (Year 9-15) · Oruaiti School (Year 7&8) · Oruaiti School (Year 1-6)
In-zone for enrolment — confirm the current scheme with the school
Distances are straight-line from the parcel, not drive time. Nearest town and school come from a curated dataset; supermarkets from OpenStreetMap. Switch the aerial above to Map to see the surrounding roads and town names.
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Can you build here?
Zoned General Coastal — up to 10% site coverage.
What you can build
District Plan zone
General Coastal
Max site coverage
10%
Max building footprint
1.27 ha of 12.71 ha
Of the total parcel area.
Which DEVPRO plans fit here?
Footprint against the coverage-limited maximum only — setbacks, shape and driveways matter too. We confirm what actually fits in a feasibility chat.
The ground
Natural hazards
Erosion Prone Land
Reticulated services · 0/3 available
Water
Not available
Wastewater
Not available
Stormwater
Not available
Computed from LINZ parcel + 1m LiDAR and Far North District Council GIS. A guide, not a guarantee — confirm zoning rules in the operative District Plan and review the LIM before you commit.
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From the listing agent
In the words of Alan Fox, Marr Realty
Set amongst hundreds of hectares of pristine native bush with rare direct access to a secluded stretch of pristine coastline, this exceptional 12.68-hectare sanctuary rises above the shimmering expanse of Doubtless Bay. From your own private ridgeline, look out across the water to the Karikari Peninsula and all the way to Cape Reinga, while the surrounding forest-alive with kiwi and native birds-wraps you in a level of privacy, beauty and natural richness seldom found, even in New Zealand.
For those drawn to the water, this north facing property offers something truly extraordinary: direct coastal access through native bush leading to private rocky outcrops perfect for fishing and a secluded pebble beach to swim from or launch a Kayak. Cast a line into deep, immaculate water and catch snapper and kingfish straight from the rocks-a privilege normally reserved for remote islands and tightly held coastal headlands. With dolphins, whales and orca often sweeping through the bay, the coastline here is alive with wonder.
Bordered by a DOC reserve and designated a Significant Natural Area, this land is home to the northernmost population of Brown Kiwi. Its thriving biodiversity the result of decades of predator control by the owner and neighbouring landholders. The Whakaangi Landcare Trust was established for this purpose in 2004 and continues to operate with on going predator control programs. The trust covers a block of about 2,501 hectares across the peninsula - roughly 25 square kilometres of ridge, gully and coastal forest. Their website, www.whakaangi.co.nz, has comprehensive information and details.
Wander through mature native forest, discover stands of majestic 300-year-old Kauri, and immerse yourself in an environment where birdsong replaces noise, and the rhythm of the sea anchors each day.
With no covenants limiting how you build, you have complete freedom to create a residence that reflects your vision and embraces the landscape. Or, park your caravan or tiny home on the cleared space and enjoy the serenity. Meanwhile, covenants protecting the bush and restricting domestic pets ensure that the area's natural beauty and flourishing birdlife will be safeguarded for future generations.
Despite its remarkable seclusion, this retreat remains conveniently close to Mangonui and the vibrant Doubtless Bay region. In the historic village you'll find boutique shops, cafés, character pubs and restaurants, along with excellent schools, golden sanded Pohutukawa lined beaches, and world-class boating and fishing-all just 20 minutes away around the sparkling Mangonui Harbour.
Located in the Winterless Far North, the temperate climate encourages outdoor living and year-round enjoyment of both land and sea. The Bay of Islands airport in Kerikeri is only a 60-minute scenic drive and provides multiple daily flights to Auckland, offering effortless access while preserving your total privacy.
Opportunities of this caliber are exceptionally rare.
For more information about securing this unparalleled coastal-and-bush lifestyle property, contact us today.
Information displayed under Trade Me's property details section may be sourced from third-party records and council data. Marr Realty and its agents do not guarantee or warrant its accuracy. Purchasers should verify all details independently and are advised to seek independent advice.
The description above is the listing agent's own wording, via Marr Realty. Devlin Property's independent read — buildability, services, hazards and total cost — is in the panels above.
Site context
What shapes the build here.
Road frontage
896 m
vehicle crossing still needs council approval
Nearest stream
38 m
Setback unlikely to bite — verify in the district plan
Nearest coast
387 m
Amenity at this distance, not a constraint
Nearest lake
329 m
Site aspect
Falls ≈ north-east
A north-facing fall suits passive-solar orientation
Distances are from the parcel centroid to Topo 1:50k features (LINZ); site aspect is approximate, from the 1m LiDAR contours. Road frontage is a proxy — centreline intersection with parcel boundary, not a legal access measure. Confirm setbacks with a district-plan check before purchase.
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